The Manx Utilities Authority says it wants to buy a spare undersea fibreoptic cable.
Its subsidiary, the Manx Cable Company Limited, wants a one-kilometre length of cable in case the existing link fails.
It says the spare cable would be spliced to the existing cable if repairs need to be made.
The authority is now inviting suppliers and manufacturers to contact it about the optimum length of cable which could be supplied.
Overdose investigation lands woman in court
Investigations into an overdose has landed a woman in court charged with two counts of drug dealing.
Chamber of Commerce says hospitality approaching crisis point
The Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce is asking the government to take urgent action to protect the future of the Island's hospitality industry.
Tax deadline approaches for employers
There's just a fortnight left for employers and contractors to get tax returns in.
Digital innovation for business event in Douglas this week
An event welcoming people from all business sectors across the Island is taking place later this week.
How loyal are you to your bank?
A company's asking for people to take part in a survey as it gauges customer loyalty on the Island.
Has your Go card stopped?
Isle of Man Transport says IT problems this week means some Go cards haven't topped up properly.
Sustainable workplaces feature in presentation
A presentation about sustainability in the workplace takes place later this month.
College teams up with FSA
University College Isle of Man is teaming up with the Island's financial regulator to train people who want to work in business support roles.
