Du, Omantel Activate Oman-UAE Subsea Cable
Du and Omantel Switch on Oman Emirates Gateway Subsea Cable
By John Tanner, Developing Telecoms
July 9, 2025
Omantel and UAE-based du and announced on Tuesday that they have activated the Oman Emirates Gateway (OEG), a 275-km fibre-optic subsea cable system that will boost connectivity between the UAE and Oman.
While the UAE and Oman are already connected via subsea and terrestrial fibre cables, the OEG – the plans for which were first revealed in 2023 – creates an express route between the two countries that adds more resiliency and reliability to those routes.
It also connects three international data centres in both countries: datamena DX1 in Dubai, Equinix MC1 in Barka and Equinix SN1 in Salalah Oman. As such, du and Omantel said this will provide faster cloud access and facilitate international business growth in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Karim Benkirane, chief commercial officer at du, said the OEG boosts the operational efficiency of existing networks and systems while enhancing speed, expanding connectivity, and elevating customer experiences.
“This project will be a cornerstone for hyperscalers, content providers, and international carriers, empowering them to enhance their presence in the UAE and Oman, and optimize their operational capability to meet the growing demands of the digital era,” he said in a joint statement.
Omantel chief technology and digital officer Samy Al Ghassany added that the OEG “goes beyond mere connectivity – it propels the entire region towards innovation, growth, and global competitiveness.”
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