Trans Adriatic Express (TAE)

Overview

The Trans Adriatic Express (TAE) is a regional submarine cable connecting Seman, Albania to San Foca, Italy. With a total length of 106 km, it was ready for service in 2023.

Route and Landings

• Seman, Albania
• San Foca, Italy

Ownership and Operators

The cable is owned by EXA Infrastructure and TAP AG.

Status and Timeline

The Trans Adriatic Express (TAE) was ready for service in 2023. No specific end-of-service date or construction timeline details are provided.

Strategic Context

This cable connects Albania and Italy, contributing to the regional infrastructure that supports data transmission between these countries. It provides a direct fiber-optic path, serving as both a primary data route and a redundancy option for neighboring cable systems in the region. The corridor generally serves to enhance connectivity within the Balkan region and Southern Europe, facilitating business and consumer traffic.

EXA Infrastructure is an independent infrastructure company focused on developing and operating submarine cables. TAP AG, which stands for Trans Adriatic Pipeline AG, is a subsidiary of OMV Group, a leading European oil and gas company with operations in multiple countries across Central and Eastern Europe. Both companies are involved in various energy and infrastructure projects that support regional development.

San Foca, located on the Italian coast, is strategically positioned to connect with other European networks, making it an important landing point for international submarine cables. The TAE cable enhances Albania's position as a key player in regional connectivity.

The corridor generally serves to strengthen data transmission capabilities between the Balkans and Southern Europe, supporting economic growth and digital transformation initiatives in the region. It complements existing infrastructure such as the Bosphorus Strait cables and other submarine links that facilitate communication across the Mediterranean.