Cyclades A

Overview

Cyclades A is a domestic submarine cable network within Greece, connecting five coastal and island locations. The total length of the cable is 222 km, and it was ready for service in 2018.

Route and Landings

• Ermoupoli, Greece
• Lavrio, Greece
• Marlas, Greece
• Mykonos, Greece
• Naousa, Greece

Ownership and Operators

The cable is operated by Grid Telecom.

Status and Timeline

Cyclades A was ready for service in 2018. The status of the cable is unknown.

Strategic Context

By providing direct fiber-optic connections, Cyclades A enhances reliability and reduces dependency on satellite or microwave links for these communities within Greece. Grid Telecom, a subsidiary of Telefónica, operates in various Latin American countries and has been expanding its presence in the Mediterranean region to support growing data demands among Greek businesses and residents.

The cable corridor serves as an important link within the Greek archipelago, connecting several islands with mainland Greece. The strategic importance of this cable lies in its ability to support local businesses, government services, and tourism, thereby contributing to the overall economic development of these areas.

Greece, being a significant player in regional submarine infrastructure, has multiple submarine cables connecting it to other European countries and beyond. This particular cable enhances Greece’s position as a key transit market for data traffic within the Mediterranean region, complementing existing links such as those between Italy and North Africa or Turkey and Cyprus.