Southern Cross, ASN And OMS Group Sign SX Tasman Express “SX-TX” Subsea Cable Supply Contract

Southern Cross, Alcatel Submarine Networks and OMS Group have signed the SX Tasman Express “SX-TX” subsea supply contract, connecting Sydney (Australia) to Auckland (New Zealand).

Leveraging ASN’s state-of-the-art subsea technology, the Tasman Express subsea cable system will deliver 400 terabits of additional capacity across 16 fibre pairs (FPs) for Southern Cross customers. The subsea cable system will showcase the latest in subsea technology including Open Cable System architecture that will be compatible with future generations of submarine line terminals and optimised latency to support next generation digital applications. The system design includes ASN branching unit technology to facilitate an alternate Australian landing, subject to demand and final design confirmation.

In partnership with ASN, OMS Group will lead the marine installation using its latest fleet of vessels. The project is scheduled for completion in 2028.

Laurie Miller, President and CEO of Southern Cross Cables Limited, stated, "Tasman Express marks a significant step in enhancing digital infrastructure between Australia and New Zealand. With ASN and OMS's support, this system delivers ultra-high capacity, low-latency fibre connectivity, meeting the evolving demands of AI-driven cloud regions in Sydney and Auckland."

Ronnie Lim, Group CEO of OMS Group, added "This partnership underscores our commitment to shaping the future of digital infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific. By deploying the SX-TX system, we are not only reinforcing vital links between Australia and New Zealand but also strengthening the backbone of regional connectivity. OMS Group is proud to play a central role in enabling resilient, high-capacity networks that empower communities and fuel digital economies."

Projesh Banerjea, Managing Director, Infrastructure, KKR said, “OMS Group’s collaboration with Southern Cross Cables and ASN marks a meaningful step forward in strengthening the region’s digital infrastructure. The SX-TX project brings to bear OMS Group’s ability to deliver resilient, high-capacity subsea solutions and ASN’s advanced technology to benefit Southern Cross’ customers, and underscores OMS Group’s commitment to enabling next-generation connectivity across the Asia-Pacific.”

Paul Gabla, VP Sales & Marketing, ASN said, “ASN is delighted to be working again with Southern Cross team and our strategic partner OMS Group. Combining ASN’s latest subsea technology with OMS’s regional marine expertise, this project will be a transformational infrastructure asset significantly enhancing capacity and resilience across the Tasman Sea for Australia and New Zealand.”

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