Anatel Authorizes Installation of Fiber Optic Between Brazil and Colombia and Paves the Way for Continental Digital Integration

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Published on 12/04/2025 at 17:39

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Cable Will Be Laid in the Bed of the Içá River and Connect, for the First Time, the Terrestrial Networks of Both Countries in the Amazon

The Anatel has taken a historic step by authorizing the installation of an optical fiber cable between Brazil and Colombia, through the bed of the Içá River in the Amazon region. This measure creates the first direct connection overland between the telecommunications infrastructures of both countries.

The authorization was granted to EAF, the entity responsible for the 3.5 GHz band in Brazil, allowing for technical studies and field inspections. The operation is part of the Integrated and Sustainable Amazon (PAIS) and Connected Amazon (PAC) programs, which aim to expand internet access in the forest.

Project Approved by Anatel Will Have Geopolitical and Environmental Impact

The plan authorized by Anatel is not just a technical improvement: it represents a strategic shift for the continent. By connecting the data networks from the Atlantic to the Pacific overland, the cable opens a new route for international digital traffic, with lower latency and greater stability.

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Anatel’s Infrastructure Will Also Strengthen Environmental Protection

In addition to its digital impact, the backbone enabled by Anatel will be equipped with sensors and real-time monitoring systems. These resources could be used to detect illegal activities such as deforestation, illegal mining, and clandestine cargo transport.

The use of technology as an ally in environmental preservation is one of the priorities of the PAIS and PAC programs, which have already installed more than 10,000 km of optical fiber in critical areas of the Brazilian forest.

High Data Capacity and Stable Connection Through the Amazon Route

The new network will have the capacity to transmit data at high speeds, using cables with reinforced structure to withstand the extreme conditions of the region. With the support of Anatel, the project adopts DWDM technology (Wavelength Division Multiplexing), capable of supporting more than 100 Gbps per channel.

The connection will be integrated into the national backbone, expanding the coverage of operators and facilitating the expansion of the 5G network in remote regions. As a result, businesses, schools, and hospitals in the Amazon will be able to access digital services with the same quality as urban centers.

Anatel Authorizes Installation of Fiber Optic Between Brazil and Colombia and Paves the Way for Continental Digital Integration

Cable Will Be Laid in the Bed of the Içá River and Connect, for the First Time, the Terrestrial Networks of Both Countries in the Amazon

Project Approved by Anatel Will Have Geopolitical and Environmental Impact

Anatel’s Infrastructure Will Also Strengthen Environmental Protection

High Data Capacity and Stable Connection Through the Amazon Route

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