Co-creation defines the future (New)

The ROV landscape in 2026 is evolving faster than ever. Electrification, autonomy, and deeper offshore operations are reshaping how subsea missions are powered, controlled, and sustained. Behind every breakthrough stands a silent enabler: the cable. At DeRegt, we see the next generation of ROV systems not just going deeper, but getting smarter, lighter, and more efficient. We like to share these 5 trends that are driving that change.

1. The electric era has arrived

Hydraulic work-class ROVs are giving way to fully electric systems. Efficiency, precision, and uptime are rising — but so are thermal and design demands on cables. The challenge: higher heat, smaller diameters, and uncompromised reliability at extreme depths.
DeRegt’s new generation of compact, thermally stable cables powers this electric transition without sacrificing safety or endurance.

2. Hybrid and autonomous operations take over

USVs and AUVs are now working alongside ROVs in integrated, crewless missions. That means lighter, more flexible tethers, and smarter connectivity for power and data. DeRegt’s hybrid cables combine strength, signal integrity, and fatigue resistance, purpose-built for autonomy at sea.

3. Deeper. Lighter. Stronger.

The shift to deep-sea operations demands new materials. Synthetic strength members like braided Vectran are replacing steel, reducing weight while maintaining power and control over kilometers of depth. DeRegt’s ongoing testing and co-engineering ensure that lighter designs stay mission-tough in real conditions.

4. Energy transition meets energy resilience

Offshore wind, wave, and subsea power systems now define the energy frontier. ROVs are critical to install, inspect, and maintain this infrastructure. And cables are their lifeline.
DeRegt’s dynamic subsea designs, proven in challenging energy projects, show how sustainability and reliability go hand in hand.

5. Smart cables, smarter decisions

Cables are becoming intelligent systems. Monitoring strain, temperature, and motion in real time. These insights fuel predictive maintenance, extending service life and minimizing downtime. DeRegt is leading the charge toward fully data-aware cable networks that turn subsea operations into continuous intelligence.

The future is co-created

The next decade of subsea innovation will be built through collaboration, between ROV manufacturers, operators, and cable specialists who push the limits together. At DeRegt, we’re not waiting for the future of subsea, we’re engineering it right now.