Cables 2026
09/09/2026, 12:00 (GMT) Add To Calendar
Energy Central Campus
Registration for this event is now closed. To speak with the events team, please email: events@theguh.co.uk
Cables 2026 will take place at the Energy Central Campus in Blyth on Wednesday, 9 September, 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.
A call for abstracts is now open, giving you the opportunity to be part of the conference programme and present within the schedule.
Abstracts of 200-300 words are invited on the following topics:
HVDC/Dynamic Cables
Operations Maintenance/Repair
Future Innovations
Open Category
Each year, our Cables conference brings together a wide range of stakeholders and Cables 2026 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.
Cables 2026 will bring together stakeholders from across the underwater industry. At last year’s event this included cable and ancillary product manufacturers, operators, renewable energy developers, government, ports, verification bodies, decommissioning specialists and engineering consultancies.
The event will allow you to meet and network with over 100 delegates including senior management, commercial managers, analysts, chief engineers and technical managers.
Upon booking your ticket and confirming your interest in attending, you will be sent a registered interest form regarding the site visits, which must be completed and returned to GUH before 3pm on Tuesday, 25 August.
Please note that places are limited, so we will notify you if you have been successful in gaining a place. Further details will then follow.
Hosted within a dedicated meeting space within the Energy Central Campus, these structured one-to-one meetings offer:
✅ Focused 10-minute meetings with leading organisations
✅ Insights into priorities, innovation needs and collaboration pathways
✅ A managed, efficient format that maximises meaningful engagement
The afternoon will include lunch and refreshments, as well as a chance to engage in open networking with other delegates and explore attending exhibitors a day before the all-day conference.
Ticket details
| GUH Member: individual ticket for Cables 2026 | £375 +VAT | |
| Non-member: individual ticket for Cables 2026 | £475 +VAT |
Booking for this event is scheduled to close on Wednesday, 2 September at 12:00noon or before if the event sells out. Please note that tickets are limited and may sell out before this date, so we encourage you to secure your place as soon as possible. Last year's conference (2025) was a sell out, therefore don’t risk missing out and get your ticket booked, today!
Please note that ticket prices on the booking page are inclusive of VAT. For details of our event terms and conditions, click here.
Sponsorship
Ready to showcase your expertise at Cables 2026? Then don’t miss this opportunity to take the spotlight. Sign up now to become a sponsor!
A range of sponsorship and exhibition options are available, allowing you to showcase your brand within this important industry event. Download the sponsorship pack HERE.
To discuss contact our events team on events@theguh.co.uk or call +44(0)1224 506600.
The Cables 2026 conference will take place at the Energy Central Campus in Blyth, situated at the mouth of the River Blyth and adjacent to the Port of Blyth. Energy Central Campus is centrally located, with convenient transport links and ample parking.
 | Energy Central Campus Quay Road Blyth Northumberland NE24 3PA |
Global Underwater Hub is the leading trade and industry development body for the UK’s underwater sectors. A member-led organisation, GUH represents the diverse range of businesses operating across the UK’s £9.4 billion underwater industry, facilitating cross-sector collaboration and growth. Find out more about becoming a member.