Feb 27, 2026
ADB to help fund second Subsea Cable January 12, 2025 10:33 pm | Posted in Business News | Share now Twitter Facebook Local tech company Prima Limited and the Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Jun 26, 2026
In early 2024, Prima and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) signed a contract for the establishment of the first SMART subsea cable system connecting New Caledonia (landing on Lifou
Feb 21, 2026
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Simon Fletcher, Chief Executive Officer of Prima, said: “This project is a major milestone for Vanuatu. It combines improved international resilience, broader domestic fiber access, and
Oct 12, 2025
The Interchange Group is a Vanuatu-based consortium, committed to a better future for Melanesia. We are providing nation-building
Apr 05, 2026
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) assisted TAMTAM Submarine Cable Project, which involved the design, deployment, and commissioning of a 411-kilometer submarine fiber-optic cable system
Jul 14, 2026
The Tamtam cable will complement Vanuatu''s existing submarine fiber-optic cable connection with Fiji, ensuring uninterrupted telecommunications
Sep 26, 2025
PROJECT TAMTAM VANUATU''S SMART UNDERSEA CABLE TO BOOST SAFETY AND SCIENCE BY 2025 Vanuatu is set to become a leader in cutting-edge technology with Project TamTam, the country''s first SMART
Jun 11, 2026
Internet Service Providers (ISPs) Digicel Vanuatu Limited – Provides WIMAX (1 Mbit/s - 20 Mbit/s), 3G & GPRS mobile internet services. Off-island connectivity is provided via fibre optic cable. The minimum
Mar 15, 2026
Agreement had been signed by New Caledonia and Vanuatu government on this project ''Marine fibre optic cable project.
Jan 03, 2026
The Tamtam cable will complement Vanuatu''s existing submarine fiber-optic connection with Fiji, ensuring uninterrupted telecommunications during outages. Scheduled for completion in
Aug 06, 2025
The Asian Development Bank has signed a financing package with Prima Limited to support the design, build and installation of the 411-kilometre
May 22, 2026
The Interchange Cable Network is a series of subsea fiber optic cables owned by Vanuatu -based company Interchange Limited. The first cable, ICN1 (Interchange Cable Network 1) links Fiji to
Oct 14, 2025
This cable will connect Port Vila in Vanuatu to Lifou in New Caledonia. The project represents a significant advancement for Vanuatu,
Jul 16, 2025
The Tamtam Submarine Cable Project in Vanuatu, funded in part by a $6.4 million facility from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), aims to enhance the country''s digital infrastructure by
Nov 06, 2025
Conclusion Fiber blowing has transformed the landscape of fiber optic cable deployment, offering unmatched speed, efficiency, and scalability. By
Nov 21, 2025
Local tech company Prima Limited and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a debt-plus-grant mandate agreement to help fund the ''Tamtam'' cable, which will be Vanuatu''s
Mar 06, 2026
ASN and OMS have revealed that their contract with Vanuatu-based telecoms infrastructure firm Prima to build the Tamtam subsea cable has officially entered into force as of Thursday, with the system
Sep 25, 2025
In an increasingly digital world, fiber optic infrastructure is the foundation of high-speed internet, business connectivity, and digital public services. As demand grows in Vanuatu, Cetelnet stands out
Nov 01, 2025
At that time, Simon Fletcher, CEO of The Interchange Group – a Vanuatu-based consortium rolling out the nation''s internet cables – stated that Australia''s intervention in the Solomon
Nov 22, 2025
Google is currently working on a fiber-optic cable that links Taiwan, the self-ruled island claimed by China, with the Philippines and the United
Aug 31, 2025
The cable routes will ensure that Vanuatu attracts more E-commerce businesses to a region that is already a developing information and communication technology hub. Interchange''s
Nov 09, 2025
As demand for high-speed internet and digital connectivity continues to rise in Vanuatu, quality fiber optic infrastructure is becoming essential. In the capital city, Cetelnet is recognized as a leading fiber
Dec 03, 2025
The Government of New Caledonia has welcomed the official launch of the “Tamtam” submarine fibre optic cable, a 411-kilometre system connecting
May 09, 2026
The TamTam cable, expected to be fully operational by 2027, will complement existing networks, including connections to Australia, Fiji, and other islands, while strengthening national
Mar 31, 2026
Learn the fiber optic cable blowing procedure with our detailed guide, covering essential steps, equipment, and best practices for efficient installation.
Jan 16, 2026
Corning Optical Communications field trials have confirmed that a single air-assisted device can install 1500 to 2100 meters (5000 to 7000 feet) of optical fiber cable under good conditions. Longer lengths
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