In March 2011, the cable maintenance ship Ocean Link faced an earthquake and tsunami scare while repairing a damaged undersea cable off the eastern coast of Japan. Submarine cable work is a crucial yet underappreciated job, with profound global implications if these vital systems were to fail. The story delves into the intricacies of maintaining the underwater fiber optic cables that are the backbone of modern communication and data transfer networks. As the industry faces challenges such as an aging and insufficient repair fleet, the unsung heroes in this field continue their vital work often away from their loved ones, ensuring the world stays connected without realizing their service.
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