The Bahamas Internet Cable System (BICS) is a submarine cable system that provides high-speed internet connectivity to the Bahamas and the surrounding region. It is owned and operated by a consortium of major telecommunications companies, including Cable Bahamas, the Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC), and Verizon.
The BICS submarine cable system spans over 2,000 miles and connects the Bahamas to the United States, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. It consists of four fiber pairs, each capable of carrying multiple terabits of data per second, and features the latest high-speed transmission technology.
BICS is one of the primary internet gateways for the Bahamas, providing critical connectivity to businesses, homes, and government agencies across the country. It is also a key component of the broader global telecommunications infrastructure, helping to facilitate international trade, communication, and collaboration.
The BICS submarine cable system was first launched in 2011 and has undergone several upgrades and expansions since then. It is widely regarded as a state-of-the-art telecommunications network, delivering reliable and high-speed internet connectivity to users throughout the Bahamas and beyond.