project brief
Transpacific Cable System I
category
client
Confidential
start date
December 2013
end date
January 2023
location
Transpacific - Oceania to North America
the challenge
Deploying a trans‑Pacific submarine cable presented immense technical and environmental challenges. WFN Strategies had to navigate lengthy oceanic routes characterized by variable seabed conditions, deep-sea pressures, and tectonic risk zones. The scale and complexity of the project—to bridge two continents—required thorough due diligence, precise system engineering, and diligent oversight during installation to ensure technical, environmental, and compliance standards were met throughout construction.
Additionally, evolving stakeholder structures and financing requirements demanded flexibility and responsiveness. Over multiple project phases, WFN provided repeated technical reviews to accommodate ownership changes, financial restructuring, and evolving risk assessments. Ensuring seamless integration between engineering design, installer execution, and investor confidence was essential for timely and successful deployment.
project goals
the result
The trans‑Pacific cable system achieved successful deployment and operational readiness, establishing a reliable digital link between Oceania and North America. WFN Strategies’ due diligence and implementation monitoring were instrumental in managing risks, maintaining stakeholder alignment, and upholding technical integrity through multiple project phases. The project sets a new standard for long-haul subsea connectivity and showcases WFN’s enduring excellence across complex, multi-phase global infrastructure programs.
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