Airtel expands network capacity with Blue-Raman submarine cable: What is it

Airtel’s business-to-business arm, Airtel Business, and Italy-based connectivity service provider, Sparkle, on Thursday announced a partnership to expand their data capacity on the Blue-Raman undersea cable that connects India and Italy.

Through the agreement, Airtel aims to diversify its global network across various international submarine cable systems, the company said in an exchange filing. The move will help it bridge the demand for data services in India and neighbouring regions. The two companies also plan to collaborate on developing new business opportunities and projects within India, Airtel said.