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Aqualink

In Service

-1 km · 11 Landing Points · 1 Countries · Ready for Service: 2001

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Specifications

Length-1 km
StatusIn Service
Ready for Service2001
Landing Points11
Countries1

Owners

One NZ

Landing Points (11)

Location Country Position
Auckland, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -36.8842°, 174.7704°
Christchurch, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -43.5321°, 172.6362°
Kaikoura, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -42.4027°, 173.6830°
New Plymouth, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -39.0667°, 174.0833°
Oara, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -42.5161°, 173.5061°
Paraparaumu, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -40.9191°, 174.9975°
Raglan, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -37.8014°, 174.8718°
Titahi Bay, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -41.1058°, 174.8380°
Waikanae, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -40.8628°, 175.0520°
Wellington, New Zealand NZ New Zealand -41.2805°, 174.7671°

📡 Live Performance

18
measurements
3
probes
1
days monitored
114.6
ms avg RTT
0
anomalies

Monitored from 2026-06-03 through 2026-06-03 — live ICMP round-trip time measurements via RIPE Atlas probes. All values below are recomputed daily from raw probe data. ✓ No anomalies detected in the monitored period.

Measurement sources

Probe Location Samples Avg Min–Max Last seen
#6427 own probe Sydney AU 6 247.5 ms 247.4–247.7 2026-06-03
#1014473 own probe Minsk BY 6 46.4 ms 45.7–47.7 2026-06-03
#1015932 own probe Odessa UA 6 50.0 ms 49.3–50.5 2026-06-03

About the Aqualink Cable System

Overview

Aqualink is a domestic submarine cable network within New Zealand, connecting 11 coastal and island locations. The total length of the cable is unknown.

Route and Landings

Auckland, New Zealand

New Zealand

Christchurch, New Zealand

Kaikoura, New Zealand

New Plymouth, New Zealand

Oara, New Zealand

Paraparaumu, New Zealand

Raglan, New Zealand

Titahi Bay, New Zealand

Waikanae, New Zealand

Wellington, New Zealand

Whanganui, New Zealand

Ownership and Operators

Aqualink is operated by One NZ.

Status and Timeline

The cable was ready for service (RFS) in 2001. The current status of the cable is unknown.

Strategic Context

Aqualink connects various coastal cities and islands within New Zealand, facilitating communication across the country's diverse regions.

The cable network helps to bridge the gap between these diverse regions, enhancing data exchange and supporting economic development across the nation.

📡 Health

Status✓ Normal
RTT247.35 ms / base 247.46 ms
Last checked2026-06-03 11:31

Monitored using RIPE Atlas probes. Open monitoring →

📊 RTT History

Route: #1014473 → Marseille Measured: 2026-06-03 11:31
46.7 ms
Min Avg Max #
7 days 45.7 46.4 47.7 6
30 days 45.7 46.4 47.7 6
60 days 45.7 46.4 47.7 6

Health Timeline

Mon, Apr 20
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Hop Anomaly
4ms → 18ms (4.34×)
16:30
Sun, Apr 19
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Hop Anomaly
5ms → 652ms (126.62×)
01:00
Thu, Apr 9
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Hop Anomaly
41ms → 626ms (15.36×)
17:30

FAQ

What is the length of the Aqualink cable?
The Aqualink submarine cable is -1 km long.
Which countries does Aqualink connect?
Aqualink connects 1 country via 11 landing points.
Who owns the Aqualink cable?
Aqualink is owned by a consortium including One NZ.
When was Aqualink put into service?
The Aqualink cable entered service in 2001.
Aqualink
  • Length-1 km
  • StatusIn Service
  • Ready for Service2001

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