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About Global Net Communications

Building the internet infrastructure that connects the world since 1998

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Who We Are

For over 25 years, Global Net Communications has built and operated the submarine cable systems, backbone networks, and internet exchange interconnections that form the foundation of global internet connectivity.

We serve telecom carriers, ISPs, cloud providers, and enterprises across 6 continents, delivering the reliable infrastructure the modern internet depends on.

Key Facts
CompanyGlobal Net Communications
Founded1998
CEOMarcus J. Brennan
Headquarters3001 Contant, St Thomas 00804, USVI
Operations45+ PoPs across 6 continents
ParentGNC Holdings
Mission

Bridging continents through internet infrastructure. We believe that reliable, high-performance connectivity is the foundation of the global economy. Every submarine cable we invest in, every PoP we deploy, and every IX connection we establish brings us closer to a world where distance is no longer a barrier to communication.

Marcus J. Brennan

Chief Executive Officer

Marcus J. Brennan has led Global Net Communications since its founding in 1998, guiding the company from a Pacific Rim startup into a global internet infrastructure provider operating across six continents. Under his leadership, GNC has invested in over 15 submarine cable systems and built a backbone network spanning 45+ Points of Presence worldwide.

Prior to founding GNC, Brennan spent 12 years in senior roles at major telecommunications carriers in the US and Asia-Pacific, where he developed deep expertise in backbone engineering and international network operations.

"Our mission has always been simple — build the most reliable infrastructure connecting the world's networks, and never compromise on quality."
Marcus J. Brennan — CEO

Company History

From a Pacific Rim startup to a global internet infrastructure provider spanning six continents.

Company founding
1998

Foundation

Global Net Communications established as a subsidiary of GNC Holdings, entering the internet infrastructure market with an initial focus on Pacific Rim connectivity and carrier-grade internet transit services.

Trans-Pacific submarine cables
2003

Trans-Pacific Backbone

Completed investment in trans-Pacific submarine cable consortium, opening high-capacity routes between Asia and North America. Established first overseas PoPs in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

European expansion
2008

Atlantic & European Network

Extended backbone network across the Atlantic with PoPs in London, Frankfurt, and Amsterdam. Joined 10+ internet exchange points across Europe, becoming a truly intercontinental operator.

Data center interconnection
2015

Data Center Interconnection

Launched carrier-neutral colocation and cross-connect services at 5 strategic global hubs, enabling seamless interconnection for cloud providers and content networks.

Next-gen fiber infrastructure
2020

Next-Generation Infrastructure

Invested in next-generation 400G backbone upgrades and new submarine cable systems, significantly expanding capacity across all ocean corridors to meet surging global bandwidth demand.

Global network reach
2025

Global Reach

Now operating 45+ PoPs across 6 continents, connected to 20+ internet exchanges, with 99.99% network uptime serving hundreds of carriers and enterprise clients worldwide.

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