The U.S. Trade and Development Agency recently awarded a grant to Tuvalu Telecom Corporation to fund a feasibility study for the Central Pacific Cable.
This proposed 15,900 kilometre subsea cable between Guam and American Samoa is designed to deliver new or expanded connectivity to around 400,000 people across 12 Pacific Island countries and territories. APTelecom was selected to lead the study, which will assess the project’s technical and commercial viability and develop a high level system design.
For Tuvalu, which currently relies on satellite connectivity, the project represents a significant step toward its first subsea cable connection. Improved access to secure, high speed internet is expected to support economic opportunities and improve access to essential services across the region.
The initiative reflects a broader commitment to strengthening resilient digital infrastructure in the Pacific, helping to expand connectivity and support long term development outcomes for island communities.
