GlobalConnect 3 (GC3)

Overview

GlobalConnect 3 (GC3) is a regional submarine cable system with a total length of 19 km. It was ready for service in 2006 and is operated by GlobalConnect, the sole owner.

Route and Landings

Korsor, Denmark

Nybor, Denmark

Ownership and Operators

GlobalConnect

Status and Timeline

The cable entered service in 2006. Its status is unknown.

Strategic Context

GC3 connects two locations within Denmark, contributing to the country's internal telecommunications infrastructure. The cable supports dedicated submarine fiber capacity for telecommunications, internet access, and enterprise connectivity between Korsor and Nybor.

GlobalConnect, the owner of GC3, is a subsidiary of Telefónica, one of Spain's largest telecommunications companies. Telefónica has a significant presence in Europe, with operations spanning multiple countries including Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.

The corridor served by GC3 is primarily intra-European, facilitating data exchange between different parts of the continent. Denmark, as a key hub within this network, serves as an important transit point for telecommunications traffic.