The city of Taba witnessed the laying of the high-capacity submarine cable “Coral Bridge”, marking the first direct submarine cable connecting Egypt and Jordan in over 25 years. This project represents a strategic step to enhance digital infrastructure and support international data traffic in line with the growing demand for artificial intelligence applications and data centers.

“Coral Bridge” is an important addition to the region’s submarine cable network, spanning 15 kilometers across the Gulf of Aqaba, relying on the latest fiber optic technologies. It enables seamless connectivity between Asia, Africa, and Europe, while providing alternative routes and backup communications, enhancing service continuity for major companies and cloud service providers.

Top 10 facts about the “Coral Bridge” cable:

– The first direct cable linking Egypt and Jordan in over 25 years.
– Extends 15 kilometers across the Gulf of Aqaba.
– Utilizes high-efficiency fiber optic technology.
– Connects Asia, Africa, and Europe through a single seamless route.
– Enables high-capacity international data transfer and aggregation.
– Its short length enhances data transfer speed and efficiency while reducing costs.
– The first submarine cable laid in the city of Taba in the Sinai Peninsula.
– Provides alternative routes supporting business continuity and backup communications.
– Designed according to strict technical and environmental standards considering sustainability principles.
– The result of a regional partnership reflecting joint cooperation in developing digital infrastructure.