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The technical director of the Lithuanian telecommunications company Telia, Andrius Semeskevicius, announced damage to the communication cable between Lithuania and Sweden, which runs in the Baltic Sea.
Source: Semeskevicius said on the TV channel LRTreports “European Truth”
Details: According to Semeskevicius, the cable between Lithuania and Sweden “was cut on Sunday morning, around 10:00.”
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“The systems immediately reported that we had lost contact. Further investigation and clarification was carried out and it turned out that it was damaged,” he said.
A spokesperson from Telia notes that the cable carries internet connections to Lithuania through three cables, meaning that internet capacity has been reduced by a third as a result of what happened. At the same time, communication was restored for users, passing the crack.
Earlier he became known about it communication cable damage The Finnish company Cinia, which runs along the bottom of the Baltic Sea and connects Finland to Germany.
The nearly 1,200 kilometer long cable is the only direct connection of its kind between Finland and Central Europe and runs alongside other important infrastructure such as gas pipelines and electricity cables.
Let’s remember that in the fall of 2023, an undersea pipeline from Finland to Estonia and a communication operator cable were damaged in the Gulf of Finland. The culprit of the problem think it’s a Chinese boatwhich they could tear with an anchor that was fiddling on the bottom. The investigation into the incident is still ongoing.
2024-11-18 19:33:00
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What role do communication cables play in enhancing connectivity and economic development in the Baltic Sea region?
1. Introduction: Start by introducing our guests, Andrius Semeskevicius, the Technical Director of Telia, and a representative from Cinia. Ask them to briefly discuss the importance of communication cables in today’s world, specifically in the context of the Baltic Sea region.
2. Background: Inquire about the circumstances surrounding the damage to the communication cable between Lithuania and Sweden. Ask Telia’s representative to explain what happened and how they first discovered the issue. Follow up with Cinia’s representative about their recent experience with cable damage and any potential connections between the two incidents.
3. Impact: Explore the immediate effects of the cable damage on internet and communication services in both countries. Ask about the possible long-term implications for the region’s connectivity, especially considering the multiple cables and critical infrastructure in the area.
4. Investigation: Discuss the ongoing processes to identify the cause of the damage and the role of various stakeholders involved, including governments and private companies. Touch on any potential security risks or implications of these incidents.
5. Prevention: Transition to discussing measures that can be taken to prevent future damage to critical communication infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. Ask the guests for their perspectives on underwater mapping, cable stability, and regulations for marine traffic in the area.
6. Conclusion: Conclude the interview by getting both guests’ thoughts on the future of undersea communication and the role of emerging technologies like 5G and fiber optics in securing these vital connections. Encourage them to offer any parting advice or insights for policymakers and industry leaders moving forward.
