PASELA

Overview

PASELA is a regional submarine cable that connects two landing points in Indonesia, contributing to the country's domestic infrastructure. The exact build date and current status of the cable are unknown. It connects Merauke and Tual, both within Indonesia.

Route and Landings

Merauke, Indonesia

Tual, Indonesia

Ownership and Operators

The cable is operated by Telxius, a subsidiary of Telefónica. Telxius is part of the broader Telefónica group, which has significant operations in Latin America and Spain.

Strategic Context

PASELA connects two locations within Indonesia, contributing to the country's domestic submarine cable infrastructure. Indonesia, being a large archipelagic nation with numerous islands, relies heavily on submarine cables for its communication needs. The PASELA cable system is part of the broader network that supports regional connectivity and data transfer within the Southeast Asian region.

Indonesia has been actively expanding its submarine cable infrastructure to meet the growing demand for internet services across its vast territory.

Merauke is located on the easternmost tip of Papua province, while Tual is situated on Halmahera Island in North Maluku. Both areas are part of Indonesia's extensive archipelagic landscape, where traditional terrestrial infrastructure faces significant challenges due to geographical constraints. The PASELA cable helps bridge these gaps by providing a reliable and efficient means of communication.

The country serves as a key transit point for data traffic between the Pacific and Indian Ocean regions, facilitating international connectivity.

The broader Telefónica group, through Telxius, has been investing in various telecommunications projects across Latin America and Europe. Its involvement in the PASELA project reflects the company’s global strategy of expanding its footprint in emerging markets, particularly those with significant growth potential like Indonesia.