Link 1 Phase-2

Overview

Link 1 Phase-2 is a regional submarine cable spanning 94 km within Indonesia. It connects two landing points: Sanur and Senggigi, both located on the island of Lombok.

Route and Landings

Sanur: A city near Denpasar, Bali’s capital city, known for its tourism industry and serving as a gateway to the island.

Senggigi: Another popular tourist destination and port city on Lombok.

Ownership and Operators

XLSmart is the sole owner of Link 1 Phase-2.

Status and Timeline

The cable became ready for service in 2005. Its current status is unknown.

Strategic Context

This cable connects two locations within Indonesia, contributing to the country's domestic submarine infrastructure. As one of the world’s largest archipelagos with over 17,000 islands, Indonesia heavily relies on submarine cables for telecommunications and internet access across its geographically dispersed population.

Indonesia, a major player in Southeast Asia, has been expanding its domestic cable network to support growing demand for high-speed internet services. The cable connects Sanur and Senggigi, both located on the island of Lombok, which is part of Indonesia's central region.

Sanur, situated near Denpasar, Bali’s capital city, is known for its tourism industry and serves as a gateway to the island. Senggigi, also on Lombok, is another popular tourist destination and port city. The cable links these two cities, facilitating communication between them and potentially enhancing local services.

Indonesia's strategic position in Southeast Asia makes it an important market for telecommunications infrastructure. Link 1 Phase-2, while not the largest or most advanced cable system, contributes to this broader goal of improving communication and internet access within Indonesia.