The deal will see the international infrastructure company offer a clutch of value-added services on top of dedicated connectivity for Algeria
Sparkle, Italy’s leading provider of international telecom infrastructure, and Algérie Télécom signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a new subsea cable linking Italy and Algeria. Algérie Télécom is the country’s largest provider of telecoms services including fixed, internet access and enterprise solutions. The subsea cable is designed to help Algeria’s digital transformation.
The plan is that in addition to connectivity, the deal will see Sparkle provide value-added services like cybersecurity and cloud computing, technical support for data centre development, training across key technical topics as well as a point of presence in Europe fully dedicated to Algérie Télécom.
“This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening digital ties between Europe and North Africa,” according to Enrico Bagnasco, CEO of Sparkle (pictured). “We are proud to contribute to Algeria’s digital future by delivering modern infrastructure as well as innovative and secure solutions for fast and resilient international connectivity.”
“The strategic partnership with Sparkle confirms the long-standing relationship between our two companies and reflects our shared commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Adel Bentoumi, CEO of Algérie Télécom. “We believe that this project will play a key role in diversifying our international routes and in meeting the increasing needs of our customers across Algeria.”
The MoU was agreed at the Algeria Business Forum held this week in Rome. The forum aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries in strategic sectors such as energy, innovation, education, agriculture and culture.
It forms part of the Mattei Plan for Africa, through which Italy seeks to build balanced partnerships based on mutual respect and shared benefits.
