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Mjolner West

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250 km · 2 Landing Points · 2 Countries · Ready for Service: 2027

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Specifications

Length250 km
StatusPlanned
Ready for Service2027
Landing Points2
Countries2

Owners

GlobalConnect

Landing Points (2)

Location Country Position
Lokalahti, Finland FI Finland 60.6795°, 21.4462°
Östhammar, Sweden SE Sweden 60.2602°, 18.3657°

About the Mjolner West Cable System

Overview

Mjolner West is a 250 km submarine cable that connects Finland and Sweden, scheduled to be ready for service in 2027. Operated by GlobalConnect, this intercontinental link will provide a direct fiber-optic path between the two countries.

Route and Landings

Lokalahti, Finland

Östhammar, Sweden

Ownership and Operators

Mjolner West is operated by GlobalConnect.

Status and Timeline

The cable is expected to be ready for service in 2027. Its status remains unknown until that time.

Strategic Context

Mjolner West connects Finland and Sweden, providing a direct fiber-optic path between the two countries. This connection serves as both a primary data route and a redundancy option for neighboring cable systems in the region. Both Finland and Sweden play significant roles in regional submarine infrastructure, with Finland being a key transit market and Sweden serving as an important hub.

On the other hand, Sweden, with its strong presence in both domestic and international markets, hosts key players such as Telia and Telenor.

The corridor served by Mjolner West is primarily a trans-Nordic route, connecting two of Europe's most technologically advanced nations.

📡 Health

Status✓ Normal
Last checked2026-04-08 08:32

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FAQ

What is the length of the Mjolner West cable?
The Mjolner West submarine cable is 250 km long.
Which countries does Mjolner West connect?
Mjolner West connects 2 countries via 2 landing points.
Who owns the Mjolner West cable?
Mjolner West is owned by a consortium including GlobalConnect.
When was Mjolner West put into service?
The Mjolner West cable entered service in 2027.
Mjolner West
  • Length250 km
  • StatusPlanned
  • Ready for Service2027

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