Telecom Egypt has announced the establishment of a new Point of Presence (PoP) at the Aqaba Digital Hub (ADH) in Jordan. This strategic move aims to bolster regional connectivity and resilience by extending Telecom Egypt’s global network into one of the Middle East’s most prominent carrier-neutral Tier III data centres, which is also among the largest in the region.
The new PoP will serve as a key interconnection hub, enabling seamless data exchange and facilitating efficient regional traffic flow. This development underscores Telecom Egypt’s dedication to fostering strategic partnerships that support digital transformation initiatives across the Middle East, providing businesses and hyperscalers with high-capacity, reliable infrastructure essential for today’s digital economy.
This expansion follows the successful deployment of the Coral Bridge subsea cable, a high-capacity 15km link connecting Egypt and Jordan. Developed in partnership with NaiTel, the telecom arm of ADH, the cable links Telecom Egypt’s Taba landing point in Sinai to ADH’s open-access facility in Aqaba. The Coral Bridge system forms a critical foundation for future connectivity, complementing the new PoP and enabling robust, scalable data transit between the two nations and beyond.
Together, these initiatives position Telecom Egypt and ADH as key players in addressing the region’s growing demand for cloud services, AI applications, and international data exchange. The company continues to invest in its international infrastructure, including multiple subsea cable systems and landing points, to meet the increasing global digital traffic demands. As Mohamed Nasr, CEO of Telecom Egypt, stated, the dual deployment of the PoP and Coral Bridge represents a transformative step in strengthening the Middle East’s digital backbone, creating diverse and resilient routes that facilitate global and regional connectivity.
Eyad Abu Khorma, CEO of Aqaba Digital Hub, highlighted that the combined efforts of the new PoP and the subsea cable significantly enhance regional resilience and open new pathways for traffic aggregation, fostering greater collaboration and connectivity across continents. These developments exemplify Telecom Egypt’s commitment to driving innovation, reliability, and expansive connectivity in the evolving digital landscape.
