The Japan-Guam-Australia South (JGA-S) submarine cable is a high-speed fiber optic cable system that spans over 7,000 kilometers and connects Japan, Guam, and Australia. The cable was jointly constructed by a consortium of telecommunications companies, including Google, AARNet, RTI-C, and NEC.
The JGA-S cable system consists of two fiber optic pairs, each with a capacity of up to 24 terabits per second. The cable system is designed to provide high-speed and low-latency connectivity between the three countries, supporting a wide range of applications such as cloud computing, video streaming, and big data analytics.
The cable system has landing stations in three locations: Minamiboso in Japan, Piti in Guam, and Sydney in Australia. The cable system provides direct connectivity between these locations and also connects to other cable systems in the region, such as the SEA-US cable system and the JGA cable system, providing enhanced connectivity options for users.
The JGA-S cable system is a key component of the digital infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region, supporting the growth of the digital economy and enabling businesses to access new markets and customers. With its high-speed and reliable connectivity, the JGA-S cable system is expected to play a critical role in the development of the digital ecosystem in the region for years to come.