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Nokia powers Surge's subsea network, boosting affordable broadband for millions in Indonesia

1. Nokia's technology powers Surge's new subsea network in Indonesia. 2. The network enhances broadband access for over 40 million people. 3. Initial capacity of the network is 20.8 terabits, supporting high-speed services. 4. Surge aims to connect underserved communities with affordable, reliable internet. 5. This deployment reinforces Nokia's commitment to digital equity in the region.

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Nokia's subsea technology deployment indicates strong growth potential in emerging markets, historically boosting stock prices.

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The strategic partnership expands Nokia's market presence, potentially driving future revenue and valuation increases.

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Press ReleaseNokia powers Surge’s subsea network, boosting affordable broadband for millions in Indonesia Surge’s new subsea network will enhance regional data center interconnectivity while expanding affordable broadband access to over 40 million people across Indonesia.Leveraging Nokia’s 1830 Photonic Service Switch (PSS) platform, Surge can now deliver high-speed optical transmission between Indonesia and Singapore. 30 July 2025Jakarta, Indonesia and Espoo, Finland – Nokia today announced that PT Solusi Sinergi Digital Tbk (Surge), a leading digital infrastructure provider in Indonesia, has deployed Nokia’s subsea optical solution to connect Jakarta and Singapore. This new subsea network will boost regional data center interconnectivity and support Surge’s mission to expand affordable broadband access to underserved communities across Indonesia. The new high-capacity subsea connection is part of Surge’s broader infrastructure expansion to extend fiber-based broadband to 40 million households. It will enable Surge’s affordable internet initiatives, bringing reliable connectivity to the communities that need it most. Powered by Nokia’s 1830 PSS, the network will deliver an initial capacity of 20.8 terabits, allowing Surge to offer ultra-high-speed services of up to 800GE for Tier-1 and Tier-2 enterprise customers. Nokia’s subsea solution also enables Surge to deliver scalable, space and power efficient transmission, supporting Surge’s growth plans while maintaining operational efficiency. “This strategic deployment underscores our commitment to digital equity and building a more connected, inclusive future. With Nokia’s advanced optical transmission technology, we can efficiently scale our network to deliver reliable, high-speed, and affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities across Indonesia,” said Shannedy Ong, Director, PT Solusi Sinergi Digital Tbk. “Connecting up to 40 million people with affordable broadband access is a huge honor and responsibility. With Surge, we are building a high-performance network and providing solutions that will unlock new opportunities for growth across Indonesia,” said James Watt, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Optical Networks, Nokia. Multimedia, technical information and related newsProduct Page: 1830 Photonic Service Switch (PSS)Web Page: Nokia Optical Networks About SurgePT Solusi Sinergi Digital, Tbk (SURGE) is a leading Indonesian technology company, strategically positioned as a pioneer in digital transformation and infrastructure development across the nation. SURGE operates across multiple verticals, creating a robust ecosystem that serves the country’s growing demand for advanced connectivity and digital solutions. Its comprehensive infrastructure portfolio includes: Fiber Optic Backbone: Operating over 6,900 km of fiber optic infrastructure along railway corridors, boasting 144-core capacity and up to 64 Tbps bandwidth capacity.Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) access network covering 300,000+ fixed broadband Home Connects with 90%+ take-up rate and unique offerings, including the affordable IDR100,000 for up to 200Mbps and 250,000 for up to 500Mbps Download speeds. About NokiaAt Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs, which is celebrating 100 years of innovation. With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future. Media inquiriesNokia Press OfficeEmail: Press.Services@nokia.com Follow us on social mediaLinkedIn X Instagram Facebook YouTube

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