Interchange Cable Network 1 (ICN1)

Overview

Interchange Cable Network 1 (ICN1) is an intercontinental submarine cable that connects Suva, Fiji, with Port Vila, Vanuatu. The cable was ready for service in 2014 and is operated by Interchange.

Route and Landings

Fiji: Suva

Vanuatu: Port Vila

Ownership and Operators

The cable is operated by Interchange.

Status and Timeline

ICN1 entered service in 2014.

Strategic Context

ICN1 connects Fiji and Vanuatu, providing a direct fiber-optic link between these two countries in the South Pacific region. This interconnectivity supports regional communications and serves as both a primary data route and a redundancy option for neighboring cable systems.

Interchange, the sole operator of ICN1, is part of the broader Interchange group, which focuses on providing high-quality telecommunications services across the Pacific Islands. The ICN1 cable is part of the broader network that supports the South Pacific region's growing demand for data services. Both Fiji and Vanuatu benefit from this direct connection, enhancing their ability to participate in global digital economies and ensuring that they remain competitive in the region.

The corridor served by ICN1 generally connects countries within the South Pacific, facilitating trade, education, and cultural exchanges among nations in the region.

Both Fiji and Vanuatu serve as significant hubs within the South Pacific telecommunications landscape. The direct connection provided by ICN1 enhances their ability to leverage these opportunities effectively.