Indonesia Tengah Cable Systems

Overview

The Indonesia Tengah Cable Systems is a domestic submarine cable system with a total length of 2641 km. It is scheduled to be ready for service in 2027 and will connect multiple landing points within the country.

Route and Landings

Baubau, Indonesia

Kawinda Nae, Indonesia

Kendari, Indonesia

Labuhan Bajo, Indonesia

Luwuk, Indonesia

Makassar, Indonesia

Morowali, Indonesia

Sanur, Indonesia

Selayar, Indonesia

Wakatobi, Indonesia

Ownership and Operators

The cable is owned by PT Jejaring Mitra Persada and Triasmitra.

Status and Timeline

The Indonesia Tengah Cable Systems is expected to be ready for service in 2027.

Strategic Context

This cable connects various cities across central and southern Sulawesi, as well as the surrounding islands of Indonesia. The route primarily serves to enhance connectivity within the country, supporting telecommunications infrastructure in regions such as Southeast Sulawesi (Gorontalo), South Sulawesi (Makassar), and East Nusa Tenggara.

The Indonesia Tengah Cable Systems aims to improve communication networks across a significant portion of central and southern Sulawesi. PT Jejaring Mitra Persada, a company associated with the Indonesian telecommunications sector, is involved in this project alongside Triasmitra, another local operator. The corridor generally serves to strengthen regional communication infrastructure, supporting both business and social needs within Indonesia. By connecting multiple landing points, the system will facilitate faster data transfer and improved internet access in these regions, contributing to broader economic development and digital inclusion goals.