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The cables will be 33mm in diameter, will be buried to an average depth of approximately 1.5 m and are expected to have an operational life of 35 years.
Amazon's Beaufort Cable System will replace a 1999 fibre optic cable that expired in 2024.
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- The new cable will be buried 1.5 meters deep and have a 35-year operational lifespan.
- Amazon avoided Saltee Islands' conservation area in the cable route to minimize habitat disturbance.
- Amazon has provided over €125,000 to 15 local projects and plans further funding discussions for 2026.
- The jointing of the cable ends offshore will take 18-24 hours and be handled onboard the vessel.
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