The race is on to lay undersea fiber optic cable across the world to meet increasing needs for faster and more reliable Internet, video and data services that must travel over very long distances to reach their destination.

Alcatel-Lucent (ALU) is leading the development of new submarine networks and has partnered closely with JDSU over the past year to supply components for three major construction projects underway around the world.

Experts claim that the increasing number of submarine fiber optic networks will not only improve the user experience, but will also lower prices and eliminate Internet downtime.

What is equally compelling is the value of providing Internet access to developing countries that extend access to health, educational and agricultural services, and attract new businesses to those regions.  JDSU is contributing to these exciting trends through its relationship with ALU.

Alcatel submarine ship