Conference | 18 September 2024 | Bristol | #Cables24

Cables 2024

Global Underwater Hub’s annual Cables conference, supported by RenewableUK, returns for its 2024 edition in September and will once again drive discussion on a core aspect of offshore renewable energy development and in building energy security worldwide.

Cables 2024 takes place in Bristol, bringing together key stakeholders from across the cable and energy industries.  Attend this leading UK conference and learn about the latest developments in cables and interconnectors manufacturing and protection, understand challenges around installation, inspection and maintenance, and discover more about planned projects and the size of the market opportunity.
 
Following Cables 2024, GUH and RenewableUK are running the Subsea Cable Insurance Conference & Workshop in Bristol on Thursday, 19 September.  Find out more about the event.  Two-day and single-day conference passes are available.

Key highlights
Cables 2024 will once again feature debate and discussion on the key industry talking points impacting the subsea cables market, including the opportunities and challenges around offshore energy and electricity interconnectors.

Offshore wind lifecycle
  • Development: Understand the entire subsea cables lifecycle of offshore wind projects. From design and manufacture to testing and termination, through to handling and installation, operations and maintenance.
  • Floating offshore wind dynamic cables: Discover the latest advancements and innovations in floating offshore wind technology, including dynamic cables.
  • Sustainability and efficiency: Learn about sustainable practices and efficiency improvements in offshore wind projects.
  • Workforce development: Discuss and debate the skills and knowledge challenges.
UK as a global leader
  • Strategic insights: Explore the potential for the UK to become a global leader in offshore wind subsea cables.
  • Market opportunities: Identify key opportunities for growth and investment in the burgeoning floating offshore wind sector.
Technological innovations
  • Cutting-edge technologies: Gain insights into the latest technologies revolutionising the subsea cables industry.
  • Case studies: Learn from real-world examples showing successful offshore wind and subsea cable projects.
Networking and collaboration
  • Industry connections: Connect with industry experts, peers and potential partners, building valuable relationships
  • Knowledge sharing: Engage in interactive session and discussions, sharing ideas and collaborating on future projects.

Why attend
Each year, our Cables conference brings together a wide range of stakeholders and Cables 2024 will be no different.  This event offers an excellent opportunity to meet and engage with industry colleagues, whilst learning about and discussing a range of topics associated with the subsea cables market.

The day offers an opportunity for you to:
  • Expand your knowledge: Learn about the latest market trends, new technologies and best practices in the offshore wind and subsea cables industry.
  • Gain market insights: Receive an update on planned offshore wind projects globally and where market opportunities lie.
  • Enhance your skills: Discover what challenges and opportunities are currently facing different stakeholders within the industry and participate in discussions that can help to advance current thinking.
  • Build you network: Meet and network with contacts from across the subsea cables industry and energy sector.
  • Stay competitive: Gain market insight, build knowledge and understanding, and make new connections within the offshore energy and subsea cables industries.