NEC Corp., through its NEC Corp. India (NEC India) subsidiary, has completed the deployment of a submarine cable for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL). The submarine network links Chennai, India, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands (A&N Islands). NEC says it manufactured the cable and provided technical assistance during the turnkey implementation.
The submarine cable covers approximately 2,300 km and supports the transmission of 100-Gbps wavelengths. The undersea cable system lands in Chennai, Port Blair, and the islands of Havelock, Little Andaman (Hutbay), Car Nicobar, Kamorta, the Great Nicobar Islands, Long Island, and Rangat (see illustration above). In addition to support of broadband services provision to residents and businesses, the submarine cable is expected to aid educational institutions.
“Completion of this important project marks a major milestone in NEC's journey of partnering with the Government of India to realize their vision of a truly connected India,” commented Aalok Kumar, president and CEO of NEC India. “NEC has been steadfast in its commitment to deliver excellence in innovation in all our areas of operation and this project is a testament to our unwavering dedication. We are hopeful that the internet connectivity will open a wide range of opportunities for the people on the islands."
"I believe that our mission is to help connect people and nations all over the world, making it possible for individuals to access data and information universally," added Atsushi Kuwahara, general manager of NEC’s Submarine Network Division. "I am proud to have completed this important project in cooperation with BSNL and NEC Corporation India and look forward to seeing this cutting-edge system contribute to a brighter society and the advancement of opportunities throughout the A&N Islands."
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