Bahamas Domestic Submarine Network (BDSNi)

Overview

Bahamas Domestic Submarine Network (BDSNi) is a 2,735 km regional submarine cable that connects various locations within the Bahamas as well as Port-au-Prince in Haiti. The cable was ready for service in 2006 and is operated by Bahamas Telecommunications Company.

Route and Landings

Bahamas:

• Cat Island
• Clarence Town
• Cockburn Town
• Duncan Town
• Fresh Creek
• George Town
• Governors Harbor
• Hawksbill
• Matthew Town
• Mayaguana
• Nassau
• Port Nelson
• Rock Sound
• Sandy Point

Haiti:

• Port-au-Prince

Ownership and Operators

BDSNi is operated by Bahamas Telecommunications Company.

Status and Timeline

The cable became ready for service in 2006.

Strategic Context

The connection between the Bahamas and Port-au-Prince, Haiti, through BDSNi, represents a significant development in regional telecommunications infrastructure. The Bahamas, as an archipelagic nation, heavily relies on submarine cables to maintain its communication networks. Port-au-Prince, Haiti, despite facing numerous challenges, continues to invest in its telecommunications sector. By extending BDSNi to Port-au-Prince, this connection supports broader regional integration and economic development. The strategic importance of both nations underscores the significance of such submarine cable connections in fostering communication and collaboration between Caribbean island states and mainland countries.