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Subsea Cable Failures

Written by TGS | Apr 2, 2025 1:39:30 PM


Episode Summary

In this episode, host Jamie Bernthal-Hooker is joined by offshore wind transmission and cable experts Rameeza Haq Duggal and Vincenzo Poidomani to discuss the increasing risks and costs of offshore cable failures. They discuss the recent failure of the Estlink 2 subsea cable between Finland and Estonia, the suspected involvement of a shadow fleet and the costly repairs now underway. The conversation also dives into broader industry risks and its estimated costs.
 
With offshore wind and interconnector projects expanding rapidly, what does the future hold for cable reliability? Tune in for expert insights on one of the sector's most pressing challenges.

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