C3ntro Telecom, a leading global telecommunications and fiber infrastructure provider, has unveiled its most ambitious project to date: the Tikva Project, a 2,500-kilometer AI-ready fiber optic network connecting Phoenix, Arizona, and Querétaro, Mexico that started construction in March 2025. Slated for completion in Q4 2026, this cross-border infrastructure marks the first major long-haul fiber initiative between the two nations in over 25 years, promising to reshape data center connectivity across North America.
The Tikva network will link Phoenix, which is one of North America’s fastest-growing data center markets, with Querétaro, Mexico’s premier data center hub. This strategic corridor aims to facilitate seamless data exchange between two of the world’s most vital regions for AI and cloud workloads, addressing surging demand from hyperscalers, cloud providers, and enterprises. Building on over 30 years of telecom expertise, C3ntro has deployed 3,000+ km of fiber across Mexico, including Querétaro’s data center ecosystem. The Tikva Project extends this success into the U.S., positioning Phoenix as a gateway for cross-border digital expansion.
Designed with hyperscale-class fiber technology, the fully underground network features redundant routing, multi-duct capacity, and a low-latency Pacific route. Its AI-driven architecture supports speeds of 100/400/800 Gbps, offering dark fiber and wavelength services tailored for next-generation applications. In addition, Tikva features 29 intermediate landing points with edge data center capabilities across major U.S. and Mexican cities, as well as a diverse cross-border connection via Nogales to enhance regional resilience. To simplify operations for multinational clients, the network offers unified SLAs managed by a single provider across both countries.
The Tikva Project arrives as AI and cloud computing demand strains existing infrastructure. By uniting two critical data center regions, C3ntro addresses a pressing need for scalable, low-latency connectivity. Its underground design minimizes environmental risks, while redundant pathways ensure reliability for mission-critical workloads. Tikva’s 2026 launch is set to coincide with projected spikes in AI-driven data traffic, and the network’s design anticipates future upgrades, ensuring compatibility with emerging technologies. As C3ntro redefines cross-border connectivity, this project sets a new standard for transnational digital infrastructure and global data center interconnectivity in the AI era.
