Glencore Shared Services

Challenge

Glencore’s existing fibre infrastructure between Shared Services, Training Centre, Main Security, and Waterval West had become unreliable due to age, repeated cable breaks, and limited bandwidth. The outdated network was unable to support the growing demands of digital systems, CCTV, and communication platforms. The challenge was to rebuild the entire backbone with minimal operational disruption and long-term reliability.

Key Challenges

Our Process

Shofar Royal Technologies began with a full network audit to assess existing fibre routes and performance limitations. The team then developed an optimized route design and a phased deployment plan to minimize operational impact. Every installation stage — from trenching to splicing — was performed under strict quality, safety, and documentation standards.

Process Highlights

The Solution

To restore and enhance network reliability, Shofar Royal Technologies executed a full rebuild of the fibre backbone interlinking all operational sites. The new infrastructure used high-grade single-mode fibre, precision splicing, and redundant routing — creating a robust, high-performance connection that could meet Glencore’s growing data needs.

Solution Features:

Project Info

Fibre Infrastructure

Client

Glencore

Industry

Mining

Services

Fibre Installation, Network Design, OTDR Testing, Route Optimization

Conclusion

The Shared Services to Waterval West upgrade redefined Glencore’s internal network stability and efficiency. With a fully modernised backbone in place, Glencore now benefits from faster communication, higher data throughput, and drastically reduced maintenance requirements.