The GBS SubSea Center of Excellence
Your One-Stop-Source For SFOC Planning, Building,
Maintenance, and Repairs of Fiber Optic Cable Systems
Your One-Stop-Source For SFOC Planning, Building,
Maintenance, and Repairs of Fiber Optic Cable Systems
Global Project Management
With more than two decades of experience, GBS continues to provide detailed comprehensive project management, helping our customers to reduce error, mitigate risk, maintain budgets restrictions and meet all requirements to customers around the globe.
High Level Security
GBS systems are NIST 800-171 Compliant, in accordance with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause 252.204-7012 for protecting Unclassified Controlled Information (CUI). This means added layers of security for all of our clients. GBS is already taking steps to transition to full Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) as requirements are released.
Dedicated Program Managers
Your project is our top priority. Each project is assigned an expert to each phase through to completion. Our unique GBS experts have a range of background experience which affords our customers strategic guidance to achieve both short and long term business goals.
Pre-Negotiated Rates
We do the work for you.
GBS works with our network of equipment suppliers and service providers to negotiate the best rates on behalf of our customers. In addition, our skilled team works alongside of your team to help plan strategic financing to manage the long-term needs of your SFOC system.
Trusted Suppliers
Proactive. Managing on your behalf.
Permits. Crossing Agreements. Warranties and Maintenance requirements: the GBS SubSea team stays on top of your documentation and equipment, ensuring proper and timely management.
Mission Critical Services
Ready. Set. Refresh.
Maintain operational readiness through our SubSea Tech Refresh, ensuring the most up-to-date and secure technologies are integrated in every facet of your communications systems.
GBS SubSea: Complete Life-Cycle SFOC Services
Plan with Purpose.
PERMITS & CROSSINGS
- Application and Management Services
- Let the experts manage & negotiate your permitting requirements.
- Accurately document and store Crossing Agreements.
DESKTOP STUDIES
- Complete Feasibility Assessments
- Detailed Studies
- Planning, financing and development of business case and project strategy.
COMPLETE SFOC MANAGEMENT
- Route Engineering; RPL, SLD development
- From Financing to Equipment, our Experts Manage on Budget, Reduce Risk and Stay on Schedule.
SPECIALIZED OPTICAL EQUIPMENT
- Tech Refresh
- Uninterruptible Power Supplies
- Telecom Spares Replacement
- Acquisition of Equipped Vessels
- Specialized IT Equipment
WET PLANT/ DRY PLANT
Operations & Maintenance
- All Sustainment Services
- Planning, Equipment, Monitoring
- Regular Detailed Reporting
- Operations & Long Term Maintenance (O&M)
DISASTER PLANNING
- Full Consultation with a Planning Expert
- Risk Mitigation; Crisis Management
- Detailed Deliverable
EMERGENCY REPAIRS
- Experienced Crisis Management Team
- Network of Trusted Suppliers
- Equipment at Pre-Negotiated Rates
- Fully Equipped Vessels
NETWORK OPERATIONS CENTER (NOC)
- Helping you manage your NOC with excellence and organization
- Cloud Solutions and expert management.
GBS SubSea: Complete Life-Cycle SFOC Services
Plan with Purpose.
PERMITS & CROSSINGS
- Application and Management Services
- Let the experts manage & negotiate your permitting requirements.
- Accurately document and store Crossing Agreements.
DESKTOP STUDIES
- Complete Feasibility Assessments
- Detailed Studies
- Planning, financing and development of business case and project strategy.
COMPLETE SFOC MANAGEMENT
- Route Engineering; RPL, SLD development
- From Financing to Equipment, our Experts Manage on Budget, Reduce Risk and Stay on Schedule.
SPECIALIZED OPTICAL EQUIPMENT
- Tech Refresh
- Uninterruptible Power Supplies
- Telecom Spares Replacement
- Acquisition of Equipped Vessels
- Specialized IT Equipment
WET PLANT/ DRY PLANT
Operations & Maintenance
- All Sustainment Services
- Planning, Equipment, Monitoring
- Regular Detailed Reporting
- Operations & Long Term Maintenance (O&M)
DISASTER PLANNING
- Full Consultation with a Planning Expert
- Risk Mitigation; Crisis Management
- Detailed Deliverable
EMERGENCY REPAIRS
- Experienced Crisis Management Team
- Network of Trusted Suppliers
- Equipment at Pre-Negotiated Rates
- Fully Equipped Vessels
NETWORK OPERATIONS CENTER (NOC)
- Helping you manage your NOC with excellence and organization
- Cloud Solutions and expert management.
GBS SubSea: Complete Life-Cycle SFOC Services
Plan with Purpose.
PERMITS & CROSSINGS
- Application and Management Services
- Let the experts manage & negotiate your permitting requirements.
- Accurately document and store Crossing Agreements.
DESKTOP STUDIES
- Complete Feasibility Assessments
- Detailed Studies
- Planning, financing and development of business case and project strategy.
COMPLETE SFOC MANAGEMENT
- Route Engineering; RPL, SLD development
- From Financing to Equipment, our Experts Manage on Budget, Reduce Risk and Stay on Schedule.
SPECIALIZED OPTICAL EQUIPMENT
- Tech Refresh
- Uninterruptible Power Supplies
- Telecom Spares Replacement
- Acquisition of Equipped Vessels
- Specialized IT Equipment
WET PLANT/ DRY PLANT
Operations & Maintenance
- All Sustainment Services
- Planning, Equipment, Monitoring
- Regular Detailed Reporting
- Operations & Long Term Maintenance (O&M)
DISASTER PLANNING
- Full Consultation with a Planning Expert
- Risk Mitigation; Crisis Management
- Detailed Deliverable
EMERGENCY REPAIRS
- Experienced Crisis Management Team
- Network of Trusted Suppliers
- Equipment at Pre-Negotiated Rates
- Fully Equipped Vessels
NETWORK OPERATIONS CENTER (NOC)
- Helping you manage your NOC with excellence and organization
- Cloud Solutions and expert management.
Global Project Success
GBS was engaged to develop a Submarine Fiber Optic Cable (SFOC) system solution for the U.S. Army at the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Test Site on the Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Senior GBS consultants led the development and implementation of a 3,000 km SFOC to connect Kwajalein Atoll to Guam.
The project was an overwhelming success, delivered on time and within budget.
GBS conducted all studies and business cases leading to the $100M acquisition.
Global Project Success
GBS was engaged to develop a Submarine Fiber Optic Cable (SFOC) system solution for the U.S. Army at the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Test Site on the Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Senior GBS consultants led the development and implementation of a 3,000 km SFOC to connect Kwajalein Atoll to Guam.
The project was an overwhelming success, delivered on time and within budget.
GBS conducted all studies and business cases leading to the $100M acquisition.
GBS SubSea Services
Planning, Designing, Building, Maintaining, Repairing & Transferring Ownership of your SFOC System
DESKTOP STUDIES & MARINE ROUTE SURVEYS
GBS' Desktop Studies go beyond traditional desktop studies in the industry and include business case analysis and other value additions.
Feasibility and other specialized studies demonstrate our deep knowledge base and breadth of expertise in support of your project.
GBS has a track record of managing successful Desktop Studies and Marine Route Surveys, which are integral to the SFOC planning and route development process.
Once the studies and Marine Route Survey have been completed, GBS will manage the final route development, design and engineering to ensure a successful deployment of the SFOC system through detailed engineering, expert program management and reporting.
CABLE MAINTENANCE
SFOC Operations and Maintenance (O&M) is a specialized niche service that requires industry-specific engineering and technical experience along with industry and Government contracting expertise.
GBS has this critical experience and understanding of wet plant administration (WPA) and is a member of the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), the international submarine cable authority providing leadership and guidance on issues related to submarine cable security and reliability. Click Here for More Info
DISASTER RECOVERY & EMERGENCY REPAIR PLANNING
GBS has been the lead on Disaster Recovery preparation projects and major cable repairs, deploying expert crews and vessels, providing detailed daily status reports, quickly planning the most efficient and cost-effective plans to restore full service.
GBS provides industry leading Disaster Recovery (DR) services to address catastrophic risks including:
- Site Evaluations to Identify Risks & Mitigation Options
- Comprehensive DR Plan
- Developing a DR Database
- Identifying & Acquiring Catastrophic Spares
- Arrangements for secure storage of spares
- Developing DR MOPs
- DR Training
GBS is a Cable Maintenance Subscriber of ACMA services
Atlantic Cable Maintenance & Repair Agreement (ACMA)
GBS SubSea Services
Planning, Designing, Building, Maintaining, Repairing & Transferring Ownership of your SFOC System
DESKTOP STUDIES & MARINE ROUTE SURVEYS
GBS' Desktop Studies go beyond traditional desktop studies in the industry and include business case analysis and other value additions.
Feasibility and other specialized studies demonstrate our deep knowledge base and breadth of expertise in support of your project.
GBS has a track record of managing successful Desktop Studies and Marine Route Surveys, which are integral to the SFOC planning and route development process.
Once the studies and Marine Route Survey have been completed, GBS will manage the final route development, design and engineering to ensure a successful deployment of the SFOC system through detailed engineering, expert program management and reporting.
CABLE MAINTENANCE
SFOC Operations and Maintenance (O&M) is a specialized niche service that requires industry-specific engineering and technical experience along with industry and Government contracting expertise.
GBS has this critical experience and understanding of wet plant administration (WPA) and is a member of the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), the international submarine cable authority providing leadership and guidance on issues related to submarine cable security and reliability. Click Here for More Info
DISASTER RECOVERY & EMERGENCY REPAIR PLANNING
GBS has been the lead on Disaster Recovery preparation projects and major cable repairs, deploying expert crews and vessels, providing detailed daily status reports, quickly planning the most efficient and cost-effective plans to restore full service.
GBS provides industry leading Disaster Recovery (DR) services to address catastrophic risks including:
- Site Evaluations to Identify Risks & Mitigation Options
- Comprehensive DR Plan
- Developing a DR Database
- Identifying & Acquiring Catastrophic Spares
- Arrangements for secure storage of spares
- Developing DR MOPs
- DR Training
GBS is a Cable Maintenance Subscriber of ACMA services
Atlantic Cable Maintenance & Repair Agreement (ACMA)
Where are you storing all of your Cable Documents?
A typical 2-landing SFOC system has more than 55,000 pages of documents.
Most Cable Owners/Operators have documents spread over multiple locations,
costing valuable time and money.
SCDMS® is the first highly secure, cloud-based document management system
DESIGNED FOR undersea cable documents, organized with a CLICK.
