In 2020, the Sunshine Coast will deliver Australia's fastest telecommunications connection to Asia from the east coast and the second fastest to the United States.
Sunshine Coast Council is the first local government in Australia to invest in an international submarine cable which will connect to the new Maroochydore city centre and provide Queensland's first direct international data and telecommunications connection to global systems.
The opportunity to develop the region as Australia's first Digital Trade Hub will ensure the Sunshine Coast is a true Point of Presence for international and domestic digital connectivity.
The cable will also act as a catalyst for technology businesses and associated high-value jobs. With future-proof capacity, the new cable will increase data transmission speed, reduce risk and lead to a reduction in international communications costs for business and consumers.
With an international broadband submarine cable landing and superior telecommunications connectivity and data infrastructure, the region will be one of Australia’s most attractive business destinations for national and global operators alike.
More information
The Sunshine Coast International Broadband Network will transform the Sunshine Coast and open up enormous opportunities for the region and discerning investor. Download the ebook, whitepaper and case studies and view the videos below to find out how.
Industry Case Studies
- Businesses looking to expand or relocate
- International businesses looking to expand to Australia
- Major Events Industry
- Creative and Knowledge Industries
- Health and Wellbeing Industry
- Agribusiness Industry
Business Case Studies
- Ambrose Building
- Huddle Insurance
- Australian Christian Channel (ACCTV)
- Architectural Metalworks Australia
Videos
New International Broadband Cable on the Sunshine Coast
September 2018
International Submarine Cable Landing Station - Ready to Connect
September 2019
East coast's fastest data cable reaches Sunshine Coast
December 2019
Contact
If you’ve been thinking about your data needs or expanding to Queensland and you'd like to hear more about Sunshine Coast Council's free site selection or business introduction services, please don't hesitate to get in contact.
Head of Trade and Investment
Phone: +61 407 753 645
Email: invest@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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