Sir Abu Nu’ayr Cable

Overview

Sir Abu Nu’ayr Cable is an 84 km submarine cable system that was ready for service in 2018. Operated by e&, it connects two locations within the United Arab Emirates: Sharjah and Sir Abu Nu'Ayr Island.

Route and Landings

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Sir Abu Nu'Ayr Island, United Arab Emirates

Ownership and Operators

The cable is operated by e&.

Status and Timeline

The Sir Abu Nu’ayr Cable was ready for service in 2018. Its status remains unknown, with no further updates available.

Strategic Context

This submarine cable connects two locations within the United Arab Emirates: Sharjah and Sir Abu Nu'Ayr Island. It supports telecommunications, internet access, and enterprise connectivity between these points. The United Arab Emirates is a significant player in regional infrastructure, serving as both a hub and transit market for various operators.

Sharjah, one of the seven emirates that make up the UAE, has been strategically positioned to facilitate regional and international communications. Sir Abu Nu’ayr Island is a smaller but significant location within the UAE. This includes investments by major operators like e& (Telefónica), which is a subsidiary of Telefónica S.A., one of Spain’s largest telecommunications companies, with operations spanning multiple countries. This is particularly relevant given the increasing demand for high-speed internet services and enterprise solutions in the region.