The company plans to expand its vessels and subsea networks by investing in robust terrestrial backhaul systems, as well as through MIST, which connects Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand and India.

Oct 17, 2024

OMS Group, a global, integrated telecommunications infrastructure service provider, has allocated USD 300 million for strategic investments in its global subsea cable systems and terrestrial infrastructure.

“As we continue our journey at OMS Group, I am proud to highlight our ongoing investments in vessels, subsea networks through MIST, and robust terrestrial backhaul systems. These initiatives form a critical backbone for the region’s digital economy and reinforce our commitment to comprehensive connectivity solutions. This expansion showcases our established capabilities, ensuring our clients can rely on our proven experience and infrastructure as we grow to meet their evolving needs,” said Datuk Lim Soon Foo, Chairman, OMS Group.

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The MIST cable system directly connects Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand and India (Mumbai & Chennai). Spanning 8,100 kilometers, MIST is designed with 12 fiber pairs for a system capacity of more than 216 terabits per second (Tbps).

MIST is part of the Malaysia-based company’s investment in expanding its submarine cable and terrestrial infrastructure in Southeast Asia. The integrated telecommunications infrastructure company has a strong track record in constructing and owning cable landing stations and terrestrial dark fiber in Southeast Asia.

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OMS Group provides end-to-end solutions across the digital value chain covering submarine cable installation, installation support and marine maintenance under the telecommunications services; while the interconnect managed services division offers cable landing stations & network backhaul-related services, and data centre connectivity.