INGRID

Overview

INGRID is a regional submarine cable that spans 64 km and was ready for service in 2004. It is operated by CIEG (Cable Infrastructure & Engineering Group).

Route and Landings

France: Surville, France

Guernsey: Havelet Bay, Guernsey; Archirondel, Jersey

Jersey: Greve de Lecq, Jersey

Ownership and Operators

The cable is owned by CIEG.

Status and Timeline

INGRID was ready for service in 2004. The status of the cable is unknown.

Strategic Context

INGRID connects Jersey, Guernsey, and France, contributing to regional internet resilience by providing route diversity within this area. Jersey is an important hub for telecommunications infrastructure, serving as a key landing point for submarine cables that connect it to mainland Europe and beyond. France, being the largest country in the region, has extensive experience in managing complex submarine cable networks, which helps ensure the reliability of INGRID. The corridor that INGRID traverses is part of a broader network of submarine cables that serve the trans-Channel and intra-European markets. The presence of multiple landing points in Guernsey and Jersey ensures redundancy and enhances the overall resilience of the region's communication infrastructure. While INGRID may not be a major player in terms of capacity or technology, it plays an important role in maintaining route diversity within this strategic corridor.