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Zawya
14-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bahrain plugs into global data highway via 2Africa Pearls Cable
Saudi telecom group stc has announced that the 2Africa cable system - Pearls, the world's longest submarine cable, has successfully landed in Bahrain. This massive $205 million lift up in global connectivity toward Bahrain will reinforce the kingdom as a powerful ICT hub. Marking a significant milestone in global connectivity, Saudi telecom group stc has announced that the 2Africa cable system - Pearls, the world's longest submarine cable, has successfully landed in Bahrain. With a $205 million investments in 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system, this massive lift up in international connectivity toward Bahrain will reinforce the kingdom as a powerful ICT hub, speeding up digital transformation across connected countries, attracting significant international investment opportunities, creating jobs and boosting innovation across sectors. The live landing of 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system next to Seef District was witnessed by Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications and Telecommunications and Eng. Khalid Al Osaimi, Chief Executive Officer, stc Bahrain. Spanning 45,000 km with a massive 180 terabits per second design capacity, the 2Africa submarine cable will enable faster adoption of new technologies and digital solutions. It is the only cable in GCC capable of meeting the growing demands of data-heavy applications, including content streaming, cloud computing, and gaming, it stated. The landing operation, which involved connecting the on-board cable to the ground infrastructure, was completed in record time. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, said this achievement reflects the kingdom's commitment to strengthening its position as a regional and global digital hub, in line with the goals of Bahrain's Economic Vision 2030. Dr. Shaikh, expressing pride in Bahrain's advanced telecommunications infrastructure, stated that his ministry remained fully dedicated to fostering fruitful partnerships with the private sector, especially the strategic collaboration with stc Bahrain, which stands as a successful model of public-private synergy in advancing digital transformation. The landing of the 2Africa Pearls submarine cable in Bahrain represents a qualitative leap that will enhance the kingdom's global connectivity, support its digital economy, and open new horizons for innovation and investment, he added. stc Bahrain CEO Engineer Khalid Al Osaimi said: "We are thrilled to land the 2Africa Pearls submarine cable in the kingdom. This will increase Bahrain's current connectivity capacity by 10x, further scalable to accommodate future growth." "This is in line with our commitment to advancing Bahrain's position as a leading communications and digital hub for the region, directly aligning with Bahrain's Economic Vision 2030, and its goals for the ICT sector to create a diversified, knowledge-based economy," he added. With the landing of 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system, the cable's massive capacity and low latency will serve as a catalyst for innovation and growth in emerging technologies like 5G, AI, and IoT, providing the essential infrastructure needed to support data-intensive applications and services. stc said the increased connectivity will empower businesses with improved communication, access to global markets, and enhanced operational efficiency. Moreover, for consumers, this transformative project will provide reliable internet services and richer digital experience, it added. -TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( MANAMA
Zawya
20-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Texel in deal to expand aircraft MRO hangar units at Bahrain airport
Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), has signed an agreement with Texel Air, a specialist in air cargo and aircraft maintenance, for expansion of its aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) hangar capabilities at the Bahrain International Airport. Under the terms of the MoU, Texel Air's operations at the Airport will be expanded through the development of a new 7,000 sqm Code C aircraft hangar, along with an additional 10,000 sqm of apron, maneuvering and taxiway area. The new facility is designed to accommodate up to three Code C aircraft or multiple ultra long-range business jets in a climate-controlled environment, providing specialized parking and maintenance conditions tailored to high-value private and corporate aviation, said BAC in a statement. This substantial infrastructure investment will significantly elevate Bahrain International Airport's capacity and standing as a premier regional aviation hub, it added. The MoU was signed by Jeffrey Goh, Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Air Group on behalf of BAC and George Chisholm, Executive Board Member of Texel Air, at the Paris Air Show, in the presence of Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Shaikh Abdullah reaffirmed the kingdom's steadfast commitment to advancing its ambitious strategy for the development of the civil aviation sector and the enhancement of related infrastructure, in alignment with the highest international standards. He pointed out that MRO was a key pillar of this strategy, given the sector's promising investment potential and its vital role in supporting Bahrain's comprehensive aviation ecosystem. He further noted that the expansion of advanced maintenance services at Bahrain International Airport strengthens the Kingdom's ability to attract high-quality investments and contributes meaningfully to the national economic diversification agenda. Dr Shaikh Abdullah also highlighted the partnership with Texel Air as an exemplary model of public-private sector collaboration in developing aviation services - reinforcing Bahrain's position as a flexible and efficient regional logistics hub. Gulf Air Group Chairman Khalid Hussain Taqi said this MoU embodies the Group's long-term vision of creating valuable and sustainable opportunities for private sector partners and investors. "This initiative will undoubtedly contribute to supporting the national economy through strategic investment in the Kingdom's aviation infrastructure. Our partnership with Texel Air is crucial. It stands as a truly successful model of effective collaboration. As a Bahraini company with a prominent regional impact, Texel Air's growth trajectory at Bahrain International Airport perfectly aligns with the Group's vision to foster a flexible and attractive environment for air cargo and aircraft maintenance and repair activities," he stated. Goh said: "BAC is committed to supporting investors at Bahrain International Airport and enabling their commercial expansion and business growth, a core part of BAC's strategy to enhance private aviation operation. Supporting the logistics sector is an urgent necessity for diversifying airport services and solidifying the kingdom's position as a regional aviation hub." "Texel Air is a strategic partner that actively contributes to the air cargo and aviation ecosystem at Bahrain International Airport. Significantly, this expansion reflects investor confidence in the airport's capability to support various services and operations," he stated. On the deal, Chisholm said: "This investment reflects Texel Air's long-term commitment to the Kingdom of Bahrain as a strategic base for both commercial and corporate aviation. We're proud to work alongside BAC to build infrastructure that meets the evolving needs of the region." This substantial infrastructure investment will significantly elevate Bahrain International Airport's capacity and standing as a premier regional aviation hub.
