Globe has joined the Asia United Gateway East (AUG East) submarine cable system consortium to help address East Asia’s growing demand for high‑speed, high‑capacity connectivity required by artificial intelligence (AI) and other data‑intensive technologies.
Representing Philippine opportunities and investments, Globe’s participation in the project demonstrates its commitment to strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure, supporting economic growth, and AI-driven innovation.
Industry forecasts show that traffic from AI and AI‑enhanced applications will surpass conventional usage by 2031. Asia‑Pacific organizations will also continue to lead global investment in generative AI and digital infrastructure.
“This new data superhighway strengthens our nation’s digital backbone. It gives businesses the scale, speed, and reliability they need to compete globally and embrace technologies that can uplift lives and drive inclusive progress for all Filipinos,” said Carl Cruz, Globe President and CEO.
“This investment in the AUG East cable system is a cornerstone of our long-term strategy to future-proof the Philippines’ digital infrastructure,” said Raymond Policarpio, Globe Business VP and Head of Strategy Management and Business Investments. “As AI-powered applications become increasingly pervasive, the demand for resilient, high-capacity international connectivity will also experience a surge. By securing our stake in this vital digital thoroughfare, we are proactively enabling our enterprise clients to leverage cutting-edge technologies, drive innovation, and expand their global reach, ensuring the Philippines remains a competitive hub in the digital economy.”
In response, the 8,900-kilometer AUG East cable aims to deliver additional bandwidth and strengthen network diversity and reliability along a key route linking digital hubs Singapore and Japan, with landing points in the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, South Korea, and Taiwan.
To be built as a next-generation system with high optical fiber count, AUG East can deliver massive capacity for data-hungry enterprises, equivalent to streaming millions of ultra-high-definition movies simultaneously. It is set for completion by the third quarter of 2029, providing additional protection during natural disasters.
