As global data traffic continues to accelerate, international carriers are reassessing the resilience and diversity of traditional connectivity routes.
While submarine systems remain essential, congestion, extended repair cycles, and geopolitical exposure have renewed interest in high-performance terrestrial alternatives. In this context, Iraq’s geographic position, long recognised but rarely optimised, is re-emerging as a strategic advantage for global telecom transit.
Babylon GW is a next-generation terrestrial fibre project designed specifically for international telecom traffic, establishing a secure and scalable digital corridor between the Gulf, Asia, and Europe. Built as a pure transit platform, the project focuses exclusively on wholesale requirements, offering protected routes, carrier-grade architecture, and integration with regional and global backbones.
The project is being developed by a consortium comprising Horizon Technology, Supercell, and FLAG Telecom, alongside other international Tier-1 partners, bringing together regional execution capability and global backbone expertise.