The 38th issue of Submarine Telecoms Forum, published in May 2008, focuses on 'Regional Systems' within the submarine telecommunications industry. This edition marks a significant leap into the digital age with the introduction of a revamped website featuring interactive elements such as a discussion board and live RSS feed subscriptions, providing real-time industry updates. The magazine itself has undergone a facelift to enhance the reading experience. Key articles in this issue include John Manock's exploration of the future cable market, Robin Russell's analysis of potential industry challenges, and Brett Worrall's update on the PPC-1 system. Additionally, Iris Hong reviews the performance of Chinese telecom operators, Jim Case highlights the benefits of desktop studies, and Guy Arnos discusses design challenges for undersea systems serving offshore platforms. Jean Devos offers his insightful observations, and the popular segment on the whereabouts of cableships is also featured.
