Speaker
Sumithra Ulrika Velupillai
(Sunet/Swedish Research Council)
Description
Submarine cable systems are essential to global digital infrastructure, enabling connectivity and international collaboration. Polar Connect is a bold and transformative initiative aimed at establishing vital connectivity between Europe and East Asia, across the central Arctic Ocean. This presentation will examine the pivotal role of Research and Education Networks (RENs) and public funding in the development of complex, critical infrastructure projects. It will also address the growing need for economic security and digital autonomy for Europe and its allies. Additionally, it will highlight how Polar Connect, through cutting-edge technological innovations, will benefit RENs, the global research community, and education worldwide.
Primary author
Sumithra Ulrika Velupillai
(Sunet/Swedish Research Council)
