Sparkle and Algérie Télécom Sign a Memorandum of Understanding for New Subsea Cable Linking Italy and Algeria
Unveiled at the Italy-Algeria Business Forum, the MoU outlines a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating Algeria’s digital transformation
Sparkle, the first international service provider in Italy and among the top global operators, and Algérie Télécom, the leading national telecommunications operator in Algeria, which offers a wide range of fixed-line, Internet, and enterprise solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of a new subsea cable linking Italy and Algeria.
The agreement was announced during the 6th Italy-Algeria Business Forum held yesterday in Rome, in the presence of the President of the Council of Ministers of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, and of the President of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, Abdelmadjid Tebboune.
As part of the MoU, Sparkle will realise with Algérie Télécom a submarine cable linking Italy and Algeria and provide related value-added services on cybersecurity and cloud computing, technical support for data center development, training across key technical topics as well as a point of presence in Europe fully dedicated to Algérie Télécom, all aimed at supporting Algeria’s digital transformation.
The new, dedicated submarine cable will provide a high-capacity route to Europe, delivering enhanced performance, ultra-low latency, and full redundancy compared to existing infrastructures. By doing so, it will also support the growing demand for internet services and digital content, offering an outstanding connectivity experience for both consumers and businesses.
“This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening digital ties between Europe and North Africa,” said Enrico Bagnasco, CEO of Sparkle. “We are proud to contribute to Algeria’s digital future by delivering modern infrastructure as well as innovative and secure solutions for fast and resilient international connectivity.”
“The strategic partnership with Sparkle confirms the long-standing relationship between our two companies and reflects our shared commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Adel Bentoumi, CEO of Algérie Télécom. “We believe that this project will play a key role in diversifying our international routes and in meeting the increasing needs of our customers across Algeria.”
The Italy-Algeria Business Forum aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries in strategic sectors such as energy, innovation, education, agriculture, and culture. It forms part of the Mattei Plan for Africa, through which Italy seeks to build balanced partnerships based on mutual respect and shared benefits.
About Algérie Télécom
Algérie Télécom is the incumbent telecommunications operator in Algeria with a presence across the country. The company provides a range of services, including fixed telephony, high speed and ultra-high-speed Internet access, and advanced connectivity solutions for individuals, businesses, and institutions.
At the forefront of Algeria’s digital transformation, Algérie Télécom continually invests in modernizing its infrastructure, particularly through the development of its fiber optic network and the implementation of innovative technologies.
This commitment enables the company to provide inclusive, reliable, and high-performance connectivity, playing a strategic role in Algeria’s digital economy.
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