The realities of subsea connectivity
For our customers, who connect continents, the expectation is simple – reliable, fast and secure connectivity. Delivering that, however, is anything but simple. Subsea cables face risks from natural forces, security threats and ever-growing bandwidth demands, making network resilience more important than ever.
The realities of subsea connectivity
For our customers, who connect continents, the expectation is simple – reliable, fast and secure connectivity. Delivering that, however, is anything but simple. Subsea cables face risks from natural forces, security threats and ever-growing bandwidth demands, making network resilience more important than ever.
The challenges
Leveraging data and AI for smarter operations
Modern subsea networks generate enormous amounts of real-time data – everything from pressure and temperature readings to early signs of equipment failure. AI and predictive analytics can help move from reactive maintenance and prevent failures before they happen, but harnessing this data requires the right infrastructure, tools and expertise – something not every operator has at scale.
Addressing workforce and skill gaps
The skills needed to run a subsea network are highly specialised. Engineers, ROV operators, cybersecurity experts and technicians all play important roles, but finding and retaining this talent isn’t easy. As networks become more digital, the demand for people with expertise in AI, automation and data analytics is growing, making it even harder to recruit the right people.
Overcoming environmental and physical risks
The ocean is one of the most challenging environments on Earth, and subsea cables are exposed to its full force. Strong currents, deep-sea pressure and extreme weather events all pose risks. Even marine life and human activities such as fishing and shipping can lead to accidental damage. It’s important to plan routes carefully and implement proactive risk management where there is potential interaction between human activity and cable systems. Having a competent system operator NOC service with integrated AIS capabilities is critical to customer peace of mind.