5,300 km · 10 Landing Points · 2 Countries · Ready for Service: 2018
| Length | 5,300 km |
|---|---|
| Status | In Service |
| Ready for Service | 2018 |
| Landing Points | 10 |
| Countries | 2 |
| Location |
|---|
| Bali, Indonesia |
| Balikpapan, Indonesia |
| Batam, Indonesia |
| Dumai, Indonesia |
| Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Madura, Indonesia |
| Makassar, Indonesia |
| Manado, Indonesia |
| Tarakan, Indonesia |
| Tuas, Singapore |
Monitored from 2026-03-01 through 2026-07-12 - live ICMP round-trip time measurements via our monitoring probes. All values below are recomputed daily from raw probe data. ✓ No anomalies detected in the monitored period.
| Probe | Location | Samples | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1033 | control probe | 219 | 75.3 ms |
| #6410 own probe | Sao Paulo BR | 5 | 361.6 ms |
| #6427 own probe | Sydney AU | 5 | 116.1 ms |
| #6487 own probe | Singapore SG | 5 | 25.6 ms |
| #1014473 own probe | Minsk BY | 4 | 212.4 ms |
| #1014589 own probe | Almaty KZ | 4 | 247.0 ms |
| #1014597 own probe | Tbilisi GE | 4 | 231.0 ms |
| #6477 | control probe | 1 | 70.9 ms |
The Indonesia Global Gateway (IGG) System is a submarine cable designed to enhance connectivity between Indonesia and Singapore, while also providing robust domestic links across various Indonesian islands. Owned by Telin and Telkom Indonesia, the cable serves as a critical infrastructure for improving regional and international communication, supporting both consumer and enterprise data demands.
The IGG System spans a total length of 5,300 kilometers, connecting multiple landing points in Indonesia and Singapore. Its route includes:
This extensive network ensures both domestic and international connectivity, linking major urban centers and critical hubs in Indonesia to Singapore.
The IGG System was officially ready for service (RFS) in 2018. It spans 5,300 kilometers in length and is equipped with high-capacity fiber-optic technology to support modern data transmission needs. Detailed technical specifications such as the number of fiber pairs, total capacity, and supplier information are publicly not disclosed.
The IGG System plays a vital role in enhancing the connectivity of Indonesia both internally and externally. Domestically, it connects key islands and cities, creating redundancy and ensuring reliable communication across the archipelago. Internationally, its connection to Singapore provides a critical link to global internet exchanges and data centers. The cable complements existing systems such as the Trans Global Cable System (TGCS), INDIGO-West, and Thailand-Indonesia-Singapore (TIS), adding diversity to regional routes and reducing dependency on single points of failure.
What is publicly known about the IGG System includes its route, landing points, ownership, and operational timeline. However, several critical details remain undisclosed:
This lack of transparency is common in the submarine cable industry, where proprietary and security concerns often limit public disclosures.
From a risk-topology perspective, the IGG System is a valuable asset for monitoring. Its extensive route across Indonesia's islands and its international connection to Singapore make it susceptible to various risks, including natural disasters, ship anchor incidents, and geopolitical tensions. Monitoring BGP paths, latency fluctuations, and vessel behavior over the cable's route can provide insights into potential disruptions. Correlating network degradation with physical events along the cable's path could enhance predictive maintenance and risk mitigation strategies.
The Indonesia Global Gateway (IGG) System is a critical piece of infrastructure for both Indonesia and the wider region. Its role in connecting domestic hubs and linking Indonesia to Singapore underscores its importance in supporting economic growth and digital transformation. While some details remain undisclosed, its geographic reach and strategic significance make it a key cable for monitoring and analysis by GeoCables.
| Status | ✓ Normal |
|---|---|
| RTT | 24.54 ms / base 53.65 ms |
| Last checked | 2026-07-12 22:31 |
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| Min | Avg | Max | # | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 20.3 | 31.4 | 81.6 | 7 |
| 30 days | 20.3 | 51.5 | 101.2 | 44 |
| 60 days | 6.4 | 75.3 | 211.0 | 219 |
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