Protecting Critical Subsea Infrastructure in a time of increased risk
Subsea cables are among the most essential yet exposed components of modern infrastructure. They carry the world’s data, connect energy networks, and form the backbone of global digital and economic activity. As offshore development accelerates and demand for connectivity grows, the pressure on these systems is increasing.
In recent years, incidents involving accidental damage, vessel interactions and, in some regions, deliberate interference have highlighted the vulnerability of critical subsea assets. These developments underscore the need for proactive cable protection to maintain reliability, reduce downtime and ensure resilience across international networks.
A Shifting Global Risk Landscape
While traditional risks such as anchor drags, fishing activity and seabed mobility remain the most common causes of cable damage, the global operating environment is becoming more complex.
Rapid expansion of offshore wind, new interconnector routes, and busier shipping lanes all increase physical exposure. At the same time, isolated cases of sabotage and heightened geopolitical tensions have brought greater attention to the importance of protecting the infrastructure that underpins global connectivity.
As reliance on subsea systems grows, resilience is no longer only a technical requirement, it is strategic.
Practical and Proven Protection Solutions
Vault applies a practical, engineering-led approach to help operators manage both established hazards and emerging risks and our capabilities include:
Cable stabilisation
Burial, trenching and seabed intervention
Cabble protection systems
Monitoring and maintenance planning
Every project begins with a clear understanding of local conditions and operational demands to ensure protection measures are correctly matched to the environment.
Building Resilience for the Future
As subsea networks expand in scale, complexity and strategic importance, operators need confidence that their assets are protected for the long term. Vault supports this by delivering solutions that are robust, predictable and designed for real-world performance.
To explore how we can support the protection and resilience of your subsea infrastructure, get in touch or learn more about our capabilities.