940 km · 4 Landing Points · 1 Countries · Ready for Service: 2019
| Length | 940 km |
|---|---|
| Status | In Service |
| Ready for Service | 2019 |
| Landing Points | 4 |
| Countries | 1 |
| Location |
|---|
| Krabozavodskoye, Russia |
| Kurilsk, Russia |
| Okhotskoe, Russia |
| Yuzhno Kurilsk, Russia |
The Sakhalin-Kuril Islands Cable is a regional submarine cable network spanning 940 km. It was ready for service in 2019 and is operated by Rostelecom, the Russian state-owned telecommunications company.
The cable is owned by Rostelecom.
The Sakhalin-Kuril Islands Cable was ready for service in 2019. The status of the cable remains unknown.
This cable connects coastal and island locations within Russia, contributing to the country's domestic telecommunications infrastructure. The Sakhalin-Kuril Islands Cable helps enhance connectivity between these remote areas, supporting both government and private sector communications needs.
The corridor generally serves to strengthen internal communication networks within Russia, particularly in regions that are geographically isolated such as the Kuril Islands. These islands have a strategic importance for Russia due to their location in the Pacific Ocean, making them key points for defense and economic activities.
Rostelecom is one of the largest telecommunications companies in Russia, providing services across the country including fixed-line, mobile, broadband, and data center solutions.
The Russian Far East, where the cable is located, has been a focus of investment by Rostelecom. The region's development aims to improve infrastructure and support economic growth in these isolated areas.
The Kuril Islands are particularly important for their natural resources, including fisheries and tourism potential.
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