Synergy-on-sea makes ideal connection
Two national telcos Omantel and UAE-based du, have announced joint plans for an express connection between both countries through the shortest route possible, a punishing 275km submarine cable run. The dream Oman Emirates Gateway (OEG) could eventually connect two international data centres – Equinix MC1 in Barka, Oman and datamena DX1 in Dubai, UAE.
The crucial partnership is breaking new ground in more ways than one. It’s not only critical to each nation but the first regional fibre optic submarine cable which connects the aforementioned two international data centres in Oman (pictured)and Dubai. As such this link will act as a major facilitator for hyperscalers, such as Amazon and Google, along with content providers like Netflix and Disney and international carriers such as BICS, all of whom are currently hosted in these datacentres. It will broaden their connectivity services and expand their capacities since they can directly link their Point of Presence (POPs) in the region, according to Talal Al Mamari, CEO of Omantel.
Connections are the currency that brings all the global players to your yard, according to Mamari. “Improved connectivity between the two data centres will also attract more global players to the region and raise the quality of connectivity which in turn will expand the customer experience,” said Mamari.
Mamari said he was glad to be able to announce a partnership with du as there is a synergy between the companies. Now their goals are in compatico too. “This direct and dedicated corridor will synergise the goals of Omantel as the global wholesale hub and of du as the regional data hub, bringing huge benefits to our Wholesale and Enterprise customers,” said Mamari, “Both companies will also be able to further expand their networks with higher efficiency and improved connectivity which will result in a significant positive impact in terms of services quality and product variety.”