Pencan-8

Overview

Pencan-8 is an intercontinental submarine cable with a total length of 1400 km that connects two points within Spain, specifically landing at Candelaria on the Canary Islands and Conil de la Frontera in mainland Spain. The cable was ready for service in 2011 and is operated by Telefonica.

Route and Landings

Candelaria, Canary Islands, Spain

Conil de la Frontera, Spain

Ownership and Operators

Pencan-8 is operated by Telefonica.

Status and Timeline

The cable became ready for service in 2011. The status of the cable is unknown as no specific information about its current operational state or end-of-service date is provided.

Strategic Context

Pencan-8 connects two locations within Spain, contributing to the regional telecommunications infrastructure that supports internet access and enterprise connectivity in the country. The cable plays a role in ensuring redundancy and reliability of communication networks across the region. Spain, as a key player in European and transatlantic communications, has a significant presence in submarine cable systems. Telefonica, one of the largest telecommunications companies in Europe with operations spanning multiple countries, operates several submarine cables to support its extensive network infrastructure.

The Canary Islands, an autonomous community of Spain located off the northwestern coast of Africa, are strategically important for regional and international communications.

This location is part of a broader network that supports various telecommunications services, including internet, voice, and data transmission within the Iberian Peninsula.