Jakarta, Indonesia – 21 October 2024 – PT Varuna Cahaya Santosa (VCS), a joint venture formed through the partnership of PT CCSI Konektivitas Digital (CCSIKD, a subsidiary of PT Communication Cable Systems Indonesia Tbk. (CCSI)), PT Pracheta Nusa Telekom (Pracheta, a subsidiary of PT NAP Info Lintas Nusa (Matrix NAP Info)), and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Mitsui), is pleased to announce that VCS has secured key approval for 13 segments of the Varuna Cable System (Varuna) for enhancing connectivity in Eastern Indonesia.
VCS has received Recommendation Letter – 1 for the following segments: Sumenep – Situbondo, Muncar – Candikusuma, Karangasem – Sengigi, Senggigi – Sumbawa Besar, Sumbawa Besar – Bima, Bima – Labuan Bajo, Labuan Bajo – Selayar, Selayar – Makassar, Polewali – Mamuju, Mamuju – Balikpapan, Balikpapan – Kelumpang Utara, Takisung – Bawean, and Bawean – Gresik.
This significant milestone marks a key step forward in the development of Varuna, a fiber optic backbone infrastructure development, which spans approximately 4,200 km of fiber optic cables. Varuna is a repeaterless cable system designed to transmit high-capacity bandwidth at an optimal rate of 12.6 Tbps per pair.
Varuna is specifically designed to meet the rapidly growing bandwidth demands from East Java to Eastern Indonesia. By deploying both submarine and terrestrial cables, Varuna aims to provide reliable fiber optic connectivity to major areas in these regions.
Mr. Peter Djatmiko, the President Director of VCS, stated, “Varuna will be instrumental in bridging the digital divide between the western and eastern parts of Indonesia, particularly between Java Island and other islands, supporting the development of the country’s digital economy. It is important to note that Varuna network is also strategically connecting the Java Island with new capital city (IKN), further supporting the government’s agenda to transform its new capital into smart city.”
As a backbone infrastructure, Varuna envisions widespread community utilization. To facilitate this, VCS are actively seeking partnerships with telecommunication service providers to extend network access from Varuna to end-users. By leveraging our robust backbone, VCS can empower these providers to deliver reliable and affordable internet services to underserved areas.
Varuna is a testament to the power of collaboration and shared vision. “As we move towards RFS in 2027, we are excited to witness the transformative impact this infrastructure will have— connecting communities, fostering businesses, and building a brighter future for all, particularly the nation’s digital growth”, said Mr. Peter Djatmiko.
For further information, press materials, or interview opportunities, please contact:
Ivans Kustanto
Chief Operating Officer of VCS
Email: ivans.k@varunacable.com or info@varunacable.comor
Giovano Matindas Sumakul
Legal and General Affair of CCSI
Email: giovano.sumakul@ccsi.co.id
About CCSI
CCSI was founded in 1995 under the name “PT Siemens Kabel Optik” and started operating in 1996, and in 2001 changed the name to PT Communication Cable Systems Indonesia, where Corning International Inc. took over Siemens’ stake in CCSI. In 2005, Corning shares were taken over by CCS International Limited. CCSI status changed from a Limited Liability Company to a Public Company through the Initial Public Offering process in 2019.
CCSI has several advantages:
- CCSI has a proven track record of 29 (twenty-nine) years. CCSI has a strong foundation instilled by Siemens and Corning, making CCSI a “Technology and Quality Leader” in the optical cable industry in Indonesia.
- CCSI products use the world’s best fiber optic raw materials from Corning. CCSI is known as a fiber optic cable manufacturer with premium quality and standards, because it uses the best raw material for optical fiber from Corning. Corning is to this day is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of optical fiber and optical cables, and the Company’s relationship with Corning continues to flourish.
- CCSI currently has a production capacity of approximately 70,000 km (seventy thousand kilometers) of optical cable, or the equivalent of 2,500,000 km (two million five hundred thousand kilometers) of optical fiber per year.
- CCSI is the first company in Indonesia capable of producing submarine optical cables and the only one with an international certificate – UQJ Certification.
- CCSI products have National and International certifications:
- TUV SUD Certification
- Telkom Indonesia Certification
- UQJ Consortium Submarine Certification
- Domestic Content Level Certificate (qualifies to be prioritized.
- High level of customer satisfaction with CCSI products. CCSI has exported submarine fiber optic cables for Telecom New Zealand, installed and stretched in Cook Strait New Zealand, which is still being used even though they are more than 15 (fifteen) years old. CCSI is also one of the suppliers of fiber optic marine cables, land cables and HDPE pipes for the East Palapa Ring Project.
Grand Slipi Tower 45th Floor,
Jl. Letnan Jendral S. Parman Kav 22-24 Palmerah
Jakarta 11480 – Indonesia
Telepon: +6221-2986-5963
Email: corsec@ccsi.co.id
Website: https://www.ccsi.co.id
Media Inquiry:
Giovano Matindas Sumakul
Legal and General Affair
Email: corsec@ccsi.co.id
About Matrix NAP Info
PT NAP Info Lintas Nusa (Matrix NAP Info) is a leading telecommunications company based in Jakarta, Indonesia and was established in 2000. Matrix NAP Info operates Matrix Cable System (MCS), Matrix Cable Internet eXchange (MCIX), Matrix Data Center, Matrix Cloud, and Matrix Internet. MCS is Indonesia’s first independent network access for submarine cable systems connecting Jakarta-Singapore since 2008. Meanwhile, MCIX has become the gateway for domestic network providers to other leading International Internet Exchanges globally. With an integrated ecosystem as a Network & Managed Service Provider, Matrix NAP Info has been committed to providing solutions for businesses in the future.
Media Inquiry:
Corporate & Marketing Communication
Phone : +62 21 3970 1788
Email : marcomm@napinfo.co.id
About Mitsui
Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Mitsui) is a global trading and investment company with a presence in more than 60 countries and a diverse business portfolio covering a wide range of industries.
The company identifies, develops, and grows its businesses in partnership with a global network of trusted partners including world leading companies, combining its geographic and cross-industry strengths to create long-term sustainable value for its stakeholders.
Mitsui has set three key strategic initiatives for its current Medium-term Management Plan: supporting industries to grow and evolve with stable supplies of resources and materials and providing infrastructure; promoting a global transition to low-carbon and renewable energy; and empowering people to lead healthy lives through the delivery of quality healthcare and access to good nutrition.
Mitsui has a long heritage in Asia, where it has established a diverse and strategic portfolio of businesses and partners that gives it a strong differentiating edge, provides exceptional access for all global partners to the world’s fastest growing region and strengthens its international portfolio.
Indonesia is one of Mitsui’s country of focus in the region, in which Mitsui has a strong track record with currently 30 main subsidiaries and projects, including infrastructure projects such as Port, etc. and consumer related business such as Food and Retail etc.
In order to contribute in the development of digital economy, industry and social environment, Mitsui is also actively developing digital infrastructure projects globally and committed to serve the needs of Indonesia.
Mitsui is also a shareholder of JVC for the JUNO Cable System (Chiba-California-Mie / around 10,000km).
