Cape Town, South Africa | 13–16 March 2028

Subsea Cables in a Changing World

Boundless demand, Critical infrastructure, Shared responsibility

A landmark gathering

Once every
three years.

SubOptic goes to Africa for the first time.

For more than four decades, SubOptic has been the definitive stage for the submarine cable industry. Its 13th edition brings hyperscalers, telecom operators and technology pioneers to a continent shaping the future of global connectivity.

900+

Participants

200+

Inspiring sessions

Packed days

The 2028 conversation

Building the networks our changing world demands.

AI, cloud growth and global data consumption are accelerating demand. The industry must meet it with resilient systems, sustainable thinking and stronger collaboration.

Boundless demand

Scaling technology and supply chains for extraordinary growth in global bandwidth.

Critical infrastructure

Protecting the physical and logical systems that keep our connected world moving.

Shared responsibility

Working across borders and sectors for resilient, inclusive and sustainable connectivity.

The road to Cape Town

Now

Sponsorship & exhibition

Opportunities are open now, with Platinum, Gold, Silver, exhibitor and tailored options available. Contact: adam.ball@terrapinn.com to discuss your package

January 2027

Call for Papers

Share your thinking through peer-reviewed oral and poster presentations.

June 2027

Earlybird registration

Be first to secure your place at SubOptic's first gathering on African soil.

Cape Town · March 2028

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