Innovative Cable Monitoring Technology for Offshore Wind

This technical report outlines the development of an innovative cable monitoring technology by Proserv, aimed at addressing significant challenges in the offshore wind industry. The report details how Proserv responded to an industry challenge posed by ORE Catapult and ScottishPower Renewables in 2018, which sought new methodologies for cable monitoring. The technology provides operators with comprehensive visibility into the condition and performance of cable termination assets, addressing the issue of cable failures that disrupt operations and incur high costs. The report highlights the collaboration with industry sponsors, including Equinor, and the support received from Innovate UK's Smart Grant funding. It also discusses the strategic alliance with Synaptec, which enhanced the technology's capabilities. The report emphasizes the importance of embracing new technologies in the industry to mitigate cable failures and improve operational efficiency, calling for a broader commitment to innovation from developers and operators.