Design, Installation & Failure Investigations of Submarine Power Cable Systems – From Engineering and Deployment to Fault Inspection in Real World Environments

By the end of this 3 days training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental principles and historical development of submarine power cables.
• Identify and analyse the diverse applications of submarine power cables in modern infrastructure.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of submarine power cable design elements and their impact on performance.
• Comprehend the intricacies of thermal, mechanical, and electrical design for high-voltage submarine cable systems.
• Familiarise themselves with essential accessories, manufacturing processes, and marine survey techniques.
• Learn about installation techniques, protection strategies, and advanced jointing methods.
• Develop an understanding of common cable damages, repair strategies, and fault detection techniques.
• Be equipped to conduct failure investigations, analyse failure modes, and apply risk assessment methodologies.

This course has been designed for professionals working in the power sector looking to further develop their careers to keep up to date on emerging technologies.

• Electrical Engineers dealing in power transmission, high-voltage systems, and grid interconnections.
• Marine Engineers managing subsea operations, marine infrastructure, and offshore installations.
• Field Engineers responsible for ongoing monitoring, diagnostics, and repair of submarine cable systems.
• Project Managers overseeing projects related to offshore wind farms, island power supply, or subsea electrification.
• Specialist working in the manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and repair of submarine cables.
• Professionals from utilities and grid operators responsible for planning, operating, or maintaining submarine cable assets.
• Scientist researching renewable energy transmission, grid resilience, or subsea technology.
• Consultants advising on energy infrastructure, marine operations, or specialised cable projects.
• Expertise from utilities and grid operators responsible for planning, operating, or maintaining submarine cable assets.
• Renewable Energy Developers in offshore wind, solar, tidal, or hybrid projects requiring subsea grid connections.

• Basic
• Intermediate

This course will provide comprehensive learning resources, including course materials for future reference. Each topic will commence with a clearly defined intended learning outcome (LO). The learning experience will be enriched through diverse activities such as quizzes, videos, and assessments, ensuring engagement and understanding. In addition to the core material, participants will have access to additional resources like articles, case studies, and tools. The course structure incorporates interactive elements, such as group discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences. Q&A sessions will provide opportunities for clarifications and deeper understanding.

Your expert instructor is a Chartered Engineer (UK) and Professional Engineer with over 17 years of international experience in electrical failure investigations, specialising in submarine power cables and high-voltage systems. He has led and participated in more than 200 root cause investigations involving complex failures across transmission, distribution, and offshore energy systems including critical incidents at offshore wind farms and interconnector submarine cables.

He formerly served at leading energy consultancy organisation in the Netherlands, where he conducted investigations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. His expertise includes analysing insulation degradation, joint failures, cable termination breakdowns, and mechanical damage due to environmental or operational stresses.

He is also an experienced technical trainer, having delivered numerous in-depth courses on power cable ageing, diagnostics, quality assurance, and forensic investigation methodologies to TSOs, utilities, and engineering professionals worldwide. His instruction style blends scientific method, real-world case studies, and hands-on experience with tools like TDR, OTDR, and RCA analysis methods.

His qualifications include certifications in forensic fire investigation, thermal imaging (ISO 18436), and Global Wind Organization (GWO), making him uniquely positioned to train engineers on the challenges and solutions specific to submarine cable systems. His experience across renewables (offshore wind, solar), utilities, and oil & gas industries ensures that course participants gain both technical depth and field-proven insight.

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To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized “One to One” coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster.
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