Global Underwater Hub and the Umbilical Manufacturers' Federation will host their annual Umbilicals Conference on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.

The one-day, in-person, conference will take place at the event studio within Global Underwater Hub’s office in Westhill, Aberdeen, once again bringing together stakeholders involved in the design, manufacture, installation and operation of subsea umbilicals.

Taking the theme Umbilicals – Shaping the Future Through Collaboration, the conference will explore a wide range of topics shaping the umbilical industry and the wider offshore energy sector.
 

As the sector evolves, with new markets, technologies and challenges emerging, this is your opportunity to join the conversation, share knowledge and experience, and help drive progress across the industry.

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Call for Abstracts

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:

• New technologies and materials

• Technical challenges and practical design solutions

• Safety insights and case studies

• Project lessons and real-world experience

• Advances in design, analysis and reliability

• Better ways of working across the sector

Click the Apply Now button below to submit your abstract.  

Deadline for submission: 3pm, Friday 29 May 2026.
 

Why attend?

The global umbilicals, risers and flowlines market is worth around $5 billion each year, with further growth driven by offshore renewables and deepwater oil and gas activity.

This conference brings the industry together to share insight, tackle challenges and improve outcomes across the full lifecycle.

• Discover new technologies and emerging applications 

• Gain insight into evolving markets and where the opportunities lie 

• Share experience and practical lessons from real projects 

• Discuss current challenges and how to address them 

• Build connections across the umbilicals sector and wider energy industry 
   

What to expect

This year’s Umbilicals Conference provides a platform to:

• Showcase new and developing technologies 

• Explore market developments and future opportunities 

• Share lessons learned to improve performance and delivery 

• Examine the role of umbilicals and the supply chain in the energy transition 

• Focus on safety, reliability and operational performance across the lifecycle

Who should attend?

The event is relevant to:

• Oil and gas operators

• Umbilical and cable manufacturers

• Polymer and materials specialists

• Systems designers and engineering consultancies

• Subsea cable protection manufacturers

• Certification and classification bodies

• Umbilical installers

• Equipment manufacturers and service providers
   

Delegates to the sold-out 2025 event enjoyed presentations from bp, JDR Cable Systems, Oceaneering, SEA Enterprises, SLB OneSubsea, Subsea7, Tubacex Group and Viper Innovations.
 

Booking
Booking for the 2026 edition of the Umbilicals Conference, organised by Global Underwater Hub and the Umbilical Manufacturers’ Federation is open, with discounts available for members of GUH and UMF.

Registration closes 12pm, Tuesday 3 November 2026 or before if the event sells out.

Last year (2025) the event sold out ahead of registration close, therefore don’t risk missing out and get your ticket booked, today!
 

Booking guidance
If you are a UMF member but not a GUH member please follow the below booking guidance:

• Under ‘Ticket Selection’ please choose 'UMF Member' option

• Under ‘GUH Member Company Name (Mandatory)*’ please choose the first option ‘** Not a Member **’

• Under ‘Company Name (if not a GUH Member)*’ please enter your company name

Networking dinner

We will be hosting an intimate networking dinner on the evening of the 10th November, after the conference, in Aberdeen.   

This will comprise of an arrival drink, 2-course meal and ½ bottle of wine per person. 

Please note: This cost is separate from your conference pass. 

Further information, including a booking link, will be provided upon receipt of booking your conference ticket.

With limited seats available, this event will close once capacity is reached. 
 

Global Underwater Hub 1 Abercrombie Court Prospect Road Westhill Aberdeenshire AB32 6FE

Sponsorship
Sponsoring the event is a high-impact way to boost brand authority and create valuable business opportunities, reaching a highly targeted audience. 

To discuss, please email events@theguh.co.uk or telephone 01224 506600.
 

About Umbilical Manufacturers' Federation
The Umbilical Manufacturer's Federation was founded in 2001 and works to promote the benefits of umbilical products for the offshore oil and gas industry, seeking to build and improve upon the established high levels of quality, reliability and safety of umbilical products.  Find out more about UMF.

About Global Underwater Hub
Global Underwater Hub is the leading trade and industry development body for the UK’s underwater sectors.  Find out more about becoming a member.