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Sparkle and Algérie Télécom sign MoU for new subsea cable

Under the agreement, Sparkle and Algérie Télécom will build a high-capacity submarine cable between the two nations. Sparkle, the first international service provider in Italy and among the top global operators, and Algérie Télécom, the national telecommunications operator in Algeria, which offers a wide range of fixed-line, Internet, and enterprise solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of a new subsea cable linking Italy and Algeria. The agreement was announced during the sixth Italy-Algeria Business Forum held yesterday in Rome, in the presence of the President of the Council of Ministers of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, and of the President of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, Abdelmadjid Tebboune. As part of the MoU, Sparkle will realise with Algérie Télécom a submarine cable linking Italy and Algeria and provide related value-added services on cybersecurity and cloud computing, technical support for data centre development, training across key technical topics as well as a point of presence in Europe fully dedicated to Algérie Télécom, all aimed at supporting Algeria’s digital transformation. The new, dedicated submarine cable will provide a high-capacity route to Europe, delivering enhanced performance, ultra-low latency, and full redundancy compared to existing infrastructures. By doing so, it will also support the growing demand for internet services and digital content, offering an outstanding connectivity experience for both consumers and businesses. Commenting on the MoU, Enrico Bagnasco, CEO of Sparkle, said: 'This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening digital ties between Europe and North Africa. We are proud to contribute to Algeria’s digital future by delivering modern infrastructure as well as innovative and secure solutions for fast and resilient international connectivity.' Adel Bentoumi, CEO of Algérie Télécom, added: 'The strategic partnership with Sparkle confirms the long-standing relationship between our two companies and reflects our shared commitment to innovation and excellence. We believe that this project will play a key role in diversifying our international routes and in meeting the increasing needs of our customers across Algeria.' The Italy-Algeria Business Forum aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries in strategic sectors such as energy, innovation, education, agriculture and culture. It forms part of the Mattei Plan for Africa, through which Italy seeks to build balanced partnerships based on mutual respect and shared benefits.