Subco Reports Damage to Undersea Cables Near Perth Amid Suspicious Vessel Activity
Subco, a company managing undersea cables in Australia, reported damage to two of its cables, Indigo-West and Indigo-Central, following suspicious vessel activity. The cables, crucial for internet traffic, experienced shunt faults in close succession and proximity. Bevan Slattery, Subco's CEO, highlighted the incident's timing with a vessel's presence in the area, suggesting potential sabotage. The Australian Federal Police are investigating the matter, as the cables are located in a federally protected zone. This incident raises concerns about the security of undersea infrastructure, which is vital for digital communication. 
