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Palapa Ring East

In Service

6,300 km · 18 Landing Points · 1 Countries · Ready for Service: 2019

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Specifications

Length6,300 km
StatusIn Service
Ready for Service2019
Landing Points18
Countries1

Owners

Indonesian Government Moratelindo Telekom PT SmartFren

Landing Points (18)

Location Country Position
Agats, Indonesia ID Indonesia -5.5356°, 138.1214°
Baa, Indonesia ID Indonesia -10.7333°, 123.0353°
Kep. Aru, Indonesia ID Indonesia -6.1946°, 134.5502°
Kokar, Indonesia ID Indonesia -8.1583°, 124.4535°
Kota Mappi, Indonesia ID Indonesia -7.1025°, 139.3965°
Kupang, Indonesia ID Indonesia -10.1833°, 123.5834°
Manokwari, Indonesia ID Indonesia -0.8615°, 134.0620°
Nabire, Indonesia ID Indonesia -3.3722°, 135.5016°
Seba, Indonesia ID Indonesia -10.4578°, 121.8799°
Serwaru, Indonesia ID Indonesia -8.1581°, 127.6915°

📡 Live Performance

206
measurements
3
probes
9
days monitored
269.8
ms avg RTT
0
anomalies

Monitored from 2026-06-04 through 2026-06-13 — live ICMP round-trip time measurements via RIPE Atlas probes. All values below are recomputed daily from raw probe data. ✓ No anomalies detected in the monitored period.

Measurement sources

Probe Location Samples Avg Min–Max Last seen
#1014473 own probe Minsk BY 71 264.2 ms 223.0–293.5 2026-06-13
#1014589 own probe Almaty KZ 70 275.8 ms 268.8–328.1 2026-06-13
#1014597 own probe Tbilisi GE 65 269.3 ms 267.3–282.6 2026-06-13

About the Palapa Ring East Cable System

Overview

Palapa Ring East is a regional submarine cable spanning 6300 kilometers within Indonesian waters. The cable became operational in 2019 and is owned by a consortium consisting of the Indonesian Government, Moratelindo, and Telekom PT SmartFren.

Route and Landings

The cable lands at the following locations:

  • Agats, Indonesia
  • Baa, Indonesia
  • Kep. Aru, Indonesia
  • Kokar, Indonesia
  • Kota Mappi, Indonesia
  • Kupang, Indonesia
  • Manokwari, Indonesia
  • Nabire, Indonesia
  • Seba, Indonesia
  • Serwaru, Indonesia
  • Suemlaki, Indonesia
  • Supiori, Indonesia
  • Teluk, Indonesia
  • Tiakur, Indonesia
  • Timika, Indonesia
  • Tual, Indonesia
  • Waingapu, Indonesia
  • Yapen, Indonesia

Ownership and Operators

The cable is operated by a consortium of the Indonesian Government, Moratelindo, and Telekom PT SmartFren.

Status and Timeline

The status of the Palapa Ring East cable remains unknown. There are no explicit details regarding its current condition or any planned maintenance or decommissioning.

Strategic Context

This domestic submarine cable network connects various coastal and island locations within Indonesia, contributing to the country's telecommunications infrastructure. Moratelindo is part of the Indosat Ooredoo Group, which has operations throughout Southeast Asia, while Telekom PT SmartFren operates under the Telkomsel group, one of Indonesia's largest telecommunications companies.

The cable network serves a corridor that connects different regions within Indonesia, enhancing communication and data transfer capabilities. Moratelindo and Telekom PT SmartFren are key players in the country's telecommunications landscape, providing services to both residential and business customers across various islands.

The strategic importance of such submarine cables lies in their ability to support economic growth, improve internet access, and facilitate digital transformation in remote areas. By connecting diverse regions within Indonesia, Palapa Ring East helps bridge the gap between urban centers and more isolated coastal communities, fostering a more integrated national telecommunications network.

📡 Health

Status✓ Normal
RTT223.02 ms / base 265.95 ms
Last checked2026-06-13 23:30

Monitored using RIPE Atlas probes. Open monitoring →

📊 RTT History

Route: #1014473 → Sao Paulo Measured: 2026-06-13 23:30
223 ms
Min Avg Max #
7 days 223.0 261.3 266.4 24
30 days 223.0 264.2 293.5 71
60 days 223.0 264.2 293.5 71

Health Timeline

Mon, Apr 20
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🔗
Hop Anomaly
3ms → 14ms (4.50×)
17:00
Sun, Apr 5
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Hop Anomaly
6ms → 677ms (105.83×)
13:00

FAQ

What is the length of the Palapa Ring East cable?
The Palapa Ring East submarine cable is 6,300 km long.
Which countries does Palapa Ring East connect?
Palapa Ring East connects 1 country via 18 landing points.
Who owns the Palapa Ring East cable?
Palapa Ring East is owned by a consortium including Indonesian Government, Moratelindo, Telekom PT SmartFren.
When was Palapa Ring East put into service?
The Palapa Ring East cable entered service in 2019.
Palapa Ring East
  • Length6,300 km
  • StatusIn Service
  • Ready for Service2019

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