Subsea Springboard 2026
18/08/2026, 07:00 (GMT) Add To Calendar
Global Underwater Hub - Westhill
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Join Global Underwater Hub (GUH) for Subsea Springboard, a focused, high-impact pitching event designed to showcase innovative subsea technologies and approaches directly to oil and gas operators and senior contractor leadership. The session offers an excellent opportunity to highlight a new technology or approach to a panel of oil and gas operators and the contractor leadership community.
This exclusive session provides a unique platform to present your solutions to key industry decision-makers, alongside dedicated time to network with peers, build meaningful connections, and explore future collaboration opportunities.
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Event Overview
• Date: Tuesday 18 August 2026
• Time: 07:00 – 10:30
• Format: Private pitch session followed by networking opportunities
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Why Participate?
The UK’s subsea supply chain is globally recognised for its excellence—supporting critical skills, innovation, and economic growth. Subsea Springboard builds on this strength by creating a direct link between solution providers and end users.
By participating, you will:
• Present your innovation directly to a panel of industry operators
• Gain valuable feedback from senior decision-makers
• Raise your profile within the subsea community
• Network with industry peers and form valuable new connections
• Explore collaboration and commercial opportunities across the supply chain
This is a targeted opportunity to position your organisation at the forefront of subsea innovation.
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Pitch Themes
We are seeking abstracts that demonstrate new, emerging, evolving, or disruptive technologies and approaches, particularly in:
• Decommissioning
• Pipelines
• Late-life extension
• Subsea controls, production, and IRM (Inspection, Repair & Maintenance)
• Cross-sector transferability
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Abstract Requirements
Submissions should clearly address:
• The Challenge – What problem does your solution solve (operational, technical, cost, safety, or sustainability)?
• The Innovation – What is your approach and what makes it new or differentiated?
• Application – Where has it been applied or tested? Include evidence where possible.
• Wider Relevance – What is its broader potential, including cross-sector applicability?
Click here to apply HERE
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Selection Process
• Abstracts will be reviewed by a panel of operator representatives
• Successful applicants will be invited to present and provided with full event details
• Submission outcomes will be communicated following the review period
Key Dates:
• Submissions open: 17 June 2026
• Submissions close: 17 July 2026
• Review period: 17 July – 29 July 2026
• Applicants notified: 31 July 2026
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Event Format
• Open to both GUH Members and Non-Members to present (no charge for members)
• 8 companies selected to pitch
• Each presentation: 7 minutes
• Presentations delivered privately to the judging panel
• Slide presentations only (no audio or video)
• One presenter per company
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Booking Information
Attendance is open to both members and non-members. Following successful selection:
A member of the GUH Events Team will contact successful applicants to confirm participation and secure presentation slots.
Please note that ticket prices on the booking page are inclusive of VAT. For details of our event terms and conditions, click here.
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Venue Information
 | Global Underwater Hub 1 Abercrombie Court Prospect Road Westhill Aberdeen AB32 6FE |
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About Global Underwater Hub
Global Underwater Hub is the leading trade and industry development body for the UK’s underwater sectors, championing innovation, collaboration, and growth across the supply chain.