New I-2SEA Cable to Speed AI Data Flows Between India Singapore and Malaysia

Four major companies have announced plans to build a new submarine cable called I-2SEA.

The system will connect key cities in India with Singapore and Malaysia.

The Growing Demand for AI Infrastructure

AI training and inference tasks require fast and reliable connections across regions.

This cable targets the rising needs of hyperscalers and GPU providers in the India Southeast Asia corridor.

Lightstorm will link the new cable to its existing terrestrial network for wider reach inside India.

Future Implications for Digital Connectivity

The project aims for completion in the fourth quarter of 2029.

NEC will supply the system while ASEAN Cableship handles marine installation.

Deep burial of the cable at three metres will help ensure high uptime and protection.

Such infrastructure supports India's growing role in global AI development.

Everyday users may see better online services and lower costs over time as connectivity improves.

The cable adds capacity at a time when data demands continue to climb worldwide.