Chorus, Datagrid to build 6,000km submarine cable is profiled by BTW Media because published evidence links it to internet infrastructure, governance, operational dependencies, or market visibility.
Chorus, Datagrid to build 6,000km submarine cable is tracked as a internet infrastructure institution within the internet infrastructure ecosystem.
Chorus, Datagrid to build 6,000km submarine cable has public-source relevance to network operations, governance, dependency mapping, or market structure.
Chorus, Datagrid to build 6,000km submarine cable has public-source relevance to network operations, governance, dependency mapping, or market structure.
Chorus, Datagrid to build 6,000km submarine cable is tracked as a internet infrastructure institution within the internet infrastructure ecosystem.
Public-source signals support medium-impact monitoring for infrastructure visibility and dependency analysis.
Chorus, Datagrid to build 6,000km submarine cable is profiled by BTW Media because published evidence links it to internet infrastructure, governance, operational dependencies, or market visibility.
Public-source signals support medium-impact monitoring for infrastructure visibility and dependency analysis.
| 0.90–1.00 | A | High — direct sources |
| 0.75–0.89 | A/B | Strong |
| 0.55–0.74 | B/C | Medium |
| 0.35–0.54 | C/D | Weak–medium |
| 0.10–0.34 | D | Weak signal |
| 0.00–0.09 | D | Internal monitoring |
Several public sources
- Chorus and Datagrid propose a trans-Tasman cable to enhance New Zealand’s connectivity and AI competitiveness.
- The Tasman Ring Network will link New Zealand and Australia with high-speed, resilient international transport links.
What happened:New trans-Tasman cable boosts connectivity and resilience
New Zealand telecommunications provider Chorus and digital infrastructure company Datagrid have signed an exclusive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop the Tasman Ring Network, a 6,000-km trans-Tasman submarine cable. The project aims to connect Auckland, New Plymouth, Greymouth, Invercargill, Sydney, and Melbourne via high-capacity international links, significantly boosting internet speed and resilience.
With an estimated capacity of 540 terabits per second, the Tasman Ring will be the first high-fibre-count cable between New Zealand and Australia. Scheduled for completion by Q4 2027, it will include four landing sites on New Zealand’s west coast, enhancing internet capacity, particularly for the South Island.
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Why it’s important:
This ambitious project positions New Zealand to become a hub for AI development and cloud computing. Datagrid CEO Perrine Dhalluin highlighted the cable’s role in enabling a 240MW sustainable AI training centre in Southland, which has abundant renewable energy but lacks sufficient international connectivity
Chorus executive Mike Shirley added that the project supports New Zealand’s entry into the global AI market, leveraging the increasing demand for cloud solutions and resilient data infrastructure.
The Tasman Ring Network also strengthens New Zealand’s digital resilience by diversifying international connectivity, reducing dependence on existing cables. The tender process to select a submarine cable supplier will commence after the Pacific Telecommunications Conference in January 2025.
At A Glance
- Name: Chorus, Datagrid to build 6,000km submarine cable
- Type: Internet infrastructure institution
- Base: Asia Pacific
- Profile focus: Institution
What It Does
- Public records support monitoring of its role, services, and key relationships.
Why It Matters
- Public-source signals support medium-impact monitoring for infrastructure visibility and dependency analysis.
- Operational criticality: Medium
- Time horizon: Next quarter
What To Watch
- Monitoring focuses on verified service continuity, governance changes, and relationship signals.
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Public-source signals support medium-impact monitoring for infrastructure visibility and dependency analysis.
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