PCCW Global
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PCCW Global is a global telecommunications and connectivity provider that combines software fabric with private network infrastructure to deliver managed connectivity, on-demand network services, security, satellite, and media distribution solutions. The company operates a Tier 1 IP network (AS3491) spanning 738,000+ km of fibre across 145 points of presence in 50+ countries, connected via 60+ subsea and terrestrial cable routes. It also operates the Console Connect platform, a Network-as-a-Serv...
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Ideal Customer
- PCCW Global's sweet spot is mid-to-large multinational enterprises and service providers with significant international footprints, particularly those with operations in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe seeking both carrier-grade performance and cloud-like agility.
- Its Console Connect NaaS platform also appeals to cloud-native enterprises and DevOps-oriented IT teams needing on-demand, self-service provisioning of private connectivity to major cloud providers.
Key Differentiators
- PCCW Global's primary differentiator is ownership of the underlying Tier 1 global IP backbone—unlike NaaS competitors such as Megaport or Equinix Fabric who act as overlays, PCCW Global's Console Connect platform is vertically integrated with its own physical Tier 1 fiber, MPLS network, and subsea cable assets, providing end-to-end QoS guarantees and private, off-public-internet transport.
- The Console Connect platform is claimed to be the world's first global Software Defined Interconnection (SDI) platform, enabling real-time self-provisioning of private circuits via web portal or API.
Industries Served
- PCCW Global primarily serves multinational enterprises, telecommunications carriers, internet service providers, cloud and application service providers, and the media and broadcasting sector.
- Specific vertical segments include media and entertainment (broadcasters, content owners, streaming platforms, sports event rights holders), government and military (civilian government and military connectivity), and general enterprise verticals such as retail, finance, maritime, oil and gas, and general business.
Service Coverage
- PCCW Global operates as a truly global telecommunications provider with one of the most extensive international networks in the industry.
- The company's network spans more than 3,000 cities and 160 countries, supported by over 738,000 km of fiber, 67 cable systems, and more than 135 Points of Presence.
Partnerships
- PCCW Global's Console Connect platform is deeply integrated with all major public cloud hyperscalers, including AWS Direct Connect, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud, Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, Huawei Cloud, and NAVER Cloud, enabling on-demand private connectivity.
- The platform also integrates with key SaaS, security, IoT, and internet exchange partners including Cloudflare, DE-CIX, RingCentral, Anexia, and others, and has technology collaborations with NEXTDC (Australia) and DCConnect (APAC).
Company Size
- PCCW Global is the international operating division of HKT, which is itself majority-owned by PCCW Limited, a Hong Kong Stock Exchange-listed conglomerate (SEHK: 0008).
- PCCW Global itself is estimated to have approximately 1,500–2,000 employees, with its parent HKT employing over 12,500 and the broader PCCW Group approximately 14,600 as of 2025.
Ownership
- PCCW Global is a wholly-owned subsidiary of HKT Limited (SEHK: 6823), which is in turn majority-owned by PCCW Limited (SEHK: 0008), a publicly traded Hong Kong conglomerate.
- PCCW Limited is controlled by Pacific Century Group, led by Richard Li (Chairman), which owns approximately 55% of HKT.
Compliance & Certifications
- PCCW Global holds multiple international certifications across quality, security, and service management.
- It holds ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (information security management) across its IP engineering and SD-WAN operations at data center sites in the US, UK, and Philippines, as well as ISO 9001:2015 (quality management), ISO 20000-1 (IT service management), ISO 50001 (energy management), and TL9000 (telecom quality).
Compiled from public sources by VenSearch · Last researched October 14, 2026
Offerings
26 offeringsBroadband Internet Access Service
A satellite broadband internet access service using LEO, MEO, and GEO constellations integrated with PCCW Global's IP services. It is designed to provide internet connectivity to locations where terrestrial options are limited or unavailable.
Cloud WAF Service
A cloud-based web application firewall service that detects, monitors, and blocks malicious HTTP/HTTPS web requests targeting internet-facing websites and applications. It is designed to safeguard sensitive customer and corporate data and ensure regulatory compliance.
Console Connect LIVE
An internet-based live video acquisition and distribution service that simplifies live video exchange over the internet, built with multiple cloud access regions and underpinned by PCCW Global's MPLS network. It delivers secure, high-performance video transport for live media content.
Dedicated Ethernet
A managed connectivity service that delivers reliable and high-performance connectivity with multiple protocol options, including Sonet, SDH and DWDM. It is delivered via PCCW Global's privately managed network infrastructure and backed by industry-leading SLAs.
Global Internet Access
A premium dedicated internet access service providing high performance and speed delivered over PCCW Global's Tier 1 global network. It is designed to give businesses reliable, fast internet connectivity backed by comprehensive SLAs.
Global Mobility Services
Global mobility connectivity services (COTP and COTM) using Inmarsat, Thuraya, Iridium, and global LEO/GEO broadband platforms with a portable antenna solution for places where no communication link is available. These services keep mobile customers connected in remote or challenged environments worldwide.
Global TV Network (GTVN)
A Layer 1 fibre network built on industry-leading Nimbra MSR technology with nearly 50 global points of presence at major media exchange centres, satellite teleports, and broadcaster master control rooms. It offers high-performance, low-latency video delivery for broadcasters and content owners.
International Voice
A service that helps enterprises and carriers enhance and expand their international voice offering while improving customer experience. It is listed as a distinct connectivity solution within PCCW Global's portfolio.
Internet On-Demand
A premium internet access service available on-demand through the Console Connect platform, delivered across a Tier 1 global network. Customers can provision, pay, and manage the service in real time via the self-service portal or API.
Layer 1 Transmission
A managed connectivity service that provides full control over high-capacity connections to support AI and data-intensive workloads. It is delivered across PCCW Global's private network infrastructure with end-to-end management.
Layer 2 (Point-to-Point)
An on-demand Layer 2 point-to-point connectivity service available through the Console Connect platform, allowing customers to provision and manage private circuit connections via a self-service web portal or API. It is part of PCCW Global's on-demand NaaS offerings.
Layer 3 (CloudRouter®)
An on-demand Layer 3 routing service available through the Console Connect platform that enables customers to connect to multiple cloud providers and network destinations via a virtual router. It is part of PCCW Global's on-demand NaaS offerings and is provisioned through the self-service portal or API.
LEO Satellite Services
Satellite connectivity services using low-earth orbit satellites to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity to customers in remote or hard-to-reach locations. The services are integrated with PCCW Global's global fibre and IP networks and are available across more than 95 countries.
Managed Anti-DDoS Service
An always-on security service that provides protection against evolving DDoS threats, with scrubbing centres that have successfully mitigated attacks of 2Tbps. Customers can provision, pay, and manage the service through the Console Connect management portal.
Managed Firewall Service
A managed security service that keeps customer networks and sensitive data protected at all times. It is part of PCCW Global's full enterprise security portfolio and can be combined with the company's managed and on-demand connectivity services.
Managed SD-WAN
A fully managed, application-aware SD-WAN solution offering effortless control and performance across a customer's wide area network. It is part of PCCW Global's managed connectivity portfolio and can be bundled with other value-added services.
Media Processing
An integrated service for processing live media content, including format conversions, multi-viewer generation, transcoding, packaging, and origination for CDN delivery. It is fully managed and monitored 24/7 to ensure seamless content exchange and end-to-end delivery.
MPLS VPN
A managed service that connects multiple locations across a private Layer 3 mesh network, keeping data moving and secure. It is delivered over PCCW Global's private MPLS network infrastructure, which separates traffic from the public internet.
On-demand services (Console Connect)
A Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform called Console Connect that allows customers to price, provision, and manage connectivity services via an easy-to-use web portal or API in real time. It supports Layer 2 point-to-point connections, Layer 3 CloudRouter, Internet On-Demand, and a marketplace for cloud and network services.
Private Networking Service
A satellite-based service that helps customers build dedicated point-to-point and point-to-multi-point satellite connectivity networks, including equipment, licensing, installation, maintenance, satellite capacity, teleport, and terrestrial network integration. It is a fully managed solution covering end-to-end deployment and operations.
SASE
A unified secure access service edge solution that provides seamless security and high-performance connectivity across a customer's network, enabling safe access among the internet, cloud apps, corporate networks, and remote users. It can be combined with PCCW Global's managed and on-demand connectivity services.
Satellite End-to-End Management
A fully managed solution for customers hosting their own platform in PCCW Global's teleport. It provides complete operational management of the customer's satellite platform within PCCW Global's infrastructure.
Satellite TV Broadcast
A satellite-based live video distribution service utilizing a state-of-the-art teleport in Hong Kong and global teleport partners to deliver worldwide live video via satellite. It supports seamless broadcast delivery to different regions, backed by PCCW Global's media infrastructure and local partnerships.
SOC-as-a-Service
A security operations service that complements existing security measures and controls using a next-generation threat intelligence and machine-learning platform. It provides real-time threat insights to help customers respond to attacks faster and reduce risks.
Switched Ethernet
A managed Ethernet connectivity service listed within PCCW Global's managed connectivity portfolio. It is delivered via the company's privately managed global network infrastructure with end-to-end management.
Teleport Services
Fully protected, diverse, and redundant teleport facilities seamlessly integrated with PCCW Global's high-capacity subsea and terrestrial network. They serve as a foundation for satellite-based media and connectivity services delivered globally.
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