Vocus and Google Launch South Pacific Connect Cable System
Vocus, a top fiber and network infrastructure provider, partnered with Google to deliver the South Pacific Connect, a new submarine cable system connecting Australia to the United States through the South Pacific. The project will strengthen digital infrastructure and improve communication resilience across the region.
Building Network Strength with Vocus Google South Pacific Connect
The Vocus Google South Pacific Connect system creates a resilient loop linking Australia, Fiji, and French Polynesia. From there, the network connects directly to the U.S. via multiple routes. This structure enhances reliability, expands capacity, and supports faster data exchange for Australia and neighboring Pacific nations.
Importantly, the design includes pre-installed branching units, allowing other Pacific countries to join the network in the future. As regional demand for digital access grows, these connections can easily be activated, promoting inclusive broadband connectivity.
Introducing the Honomoana and Tabua Cables
Two new cables—Honomoana and Tabua—will form the backbone of the system. Honomoana links the U.S. and Australia with French Polynesia, while Tabua connects them with Fiji. In addition, an interlink cable will directly connect French Polynesia and Fiji, forming a durable network loop that improves region-wide data flow and speed.
Strengthening Regional Infrastructure and Innovation
Although the cable supplier has not been officially announced, Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) has frequently collaborated with Vocus. ASN previously supplied major projects such as the 4,600-km Australia Singapore Cable (ASC) and the 4,700-km Coral Sea Cable System (CS²), both essential links in Australia’s digital growth.
Through this new collaboration, Vocus reinforces its role as a key player in expanding advanced telecommunications networks. In partnership with Google, the company continues to strengthen global connectivity while supporting greater reliability and data capacity for the entire Pacific region.