Myrtle Beach, October 16, 2025
DC BLOX
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News Summary
DC BLOX has announced plans to expand its Myrtle Beach Cable Landing Station by acquiring 20 acres of land in the International Technology and Aerospace Park. This significant expansion is set to enhance subsea connectivity and could accommodate up to five additional subsea cables. With the MYR1 facility already established, the new MYR2 facility will further solidify Myrtle Beach’s recognition as a vital interconnection hub, benefiting local economies and global connectivity.
Myrtle Beach – DC BLOX, a provider of connected data center and fiber network solutions, has announced its plans to expand the Myrtle Beach Cable Landing Station (MYR1) by acquiring approximately 20 acres of adjacent land within the Myrtle Beach International Technology and Aerospace Park (ITAP). This expansion will enhance subsea connectivity in the region and underscores the growing global significance of Myrtle Beach as an interconnection hub.
The planned expansion site has the potential to accommodate up to five additional subsea cables, further supporting the increasing demand for landing subsea cables in Myrtle Beach. The demand has been described as extraordinary, with a rapid addition of new carrier partners into MYR1, which opened in 2023. An additional 20MW of power can be sourced from the current on-site substation, which will further benefit the expansion.
As the largest cable landing facility of its kind on the Eastern Seaboard, MYR1 serves as a vital gateway for subsea cable access from multiple regions, including western Europe, South America, the Caribbean, and Africa. The new MYR2 facility will complement existing subsea cables already landing in Myrtle Beach, including Firmina, Anjana, and Nuvem.
DC BLOX’s expansion reflects the company’s commitment to developing new digital infrastructure across the region. Local leaders have praised this investment as a significant catalyst for economic development and international connectivity. The completed MYR2 and MYR1 facilities combined would support a total of up to ten subsea cables, significantly enhancing international connectivity for the area.
Currently, DC BLOX operates data centers in various locations: Birmingham, AL; Huntsville, AL; Chattanooga, TN; Greenville, SC; and Myrtle Beach, SC. Other current developments are in progress in multiple locations, including Conyers, GA; Douglasville, GA; North Augusta, SC; Palm Coast, FL; and Montgomery, AL.
In conclusion, the planned expansion of the Myrtle Beach Cable Landing Station signifies an important step toward fostering a robust digital infrastructure that is increasingly vital for global connectivity.
FAQ
What is DC BLOX planning to do in Myrtle Beach?
DC BLOX has announced the planned expansion of its Myrtle Beach cable landing station.
How much land has DC BLOX acquired for the expansion?
The company has acquired approximately 20 acres of adjacent land within the Myrtle Beach International Technology and Aerospace Park (ITAP).
What is the potential capacity of the expansion site?
The expansion site has the potential to accommodate up to five additional subsea cables.
What additional power can be sourced for the expansion?
An additional 20MW of power can be sourced from the current on-site substation.
When did the Myrtle Beach Cable Landing Station (MYR1) open?
MYR1 opened in 2023 and serves as a gateway for subsea cable access from various regions including western Europe, South America, the Caribbean, and Africa.
How significant is MYR1 on the Eastern Seaboard?
MYR1 is the largest cable landing facility of its kind on the Eastern Seaboard.
What will the new MYR2 facility do?
The planned MYR2 facility will complement existing subsea cables already landing in Myrtle Beach, including Firmina, Anjana, and Nuvem.
What is the significance of Myrtle Beach in terms of interconnection?
The expansion reflects the growing global significance of Myrtle Beach as an interconnection hub.
What are the future facilities and positions of DC BLOX?
The completed MYR2 and MYR1 facilities combined would support a total of up to ten subsea cables, significantly enhancing international connectivity. DC BLOX operates data centers in various locations: Birmingham, AL; Huntsville, AL; Chattanooga, TN; Greenville, SC; and Myrtle Beach, SC. Current developments are underway in multiple locations, including Conyers, GA; Douglasville, GA; North Augusta, SC; Palm Coast, FL; and Montgomery, AL.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Expansion Land Area | Approximately 20 acres |
| Potential Additional Cables | Up to five |
| Power Source | Additional 20MW from current substation |
| Opening Year of MYR1 | 2023 |
| Regions Served by MYR1 | Western Europe, South America, Caribbean, Africa |
| Cable Landing Facility Size | Largest on Eastern Seaboard |
| Supporting Cables at Myrtle Beach | Firmina, Anjana, Nuvem |
| Total Capacity Post-Expansion | Up to ten subsea cables |
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Additional Resources
- SubTel Forum: DC BLOX Set to Expand Myrtle Beach Cable Landing Station
- Wikipedia: Myrtle Beach
- Inside Towers: DC BLOX to Expand Myrtle Beach Cable Landing Station
- Google Search: DC BLOX Myrtle Beach
- Post and Courier: DC BLOX Myrtle Beach Subsea Cables Tech Hub
- Google Scholar: DC BLOX Myrtle Beach
- Bain Capital: DC BLOX Raises Additional Capital
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Subsea Cables
- Lightwave: DC BLOX Establishes Second Subsea Cable Landing Station
- Google News: Myrtle Beach Cable Landing Station
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