The energy world is changing fast, and engineers are right in the middle of it. As global demand for clean, affordable power rises, industries that rely on stable energy supply face a new challenge: how to expand renewables while keeping the planet cool. To make that possible, governments and energy companies are investing heavily in New Energy technologies. From offshore wind to geothermal and carbon capture. And at the foundation of many of these developments lies one crucial capability: accurate marine seismic surveying.
Mapping the subsurface for a cleaner future
Before a turbine turns or a carbon storage site comes online, engineers need to know exactly what lies beneath the seabed. That’s where seismic survey providers step in. Delivering geophysical data that supports offshore windfarm planning, geothermal resource mapping, and even CO₂ storage. “Carbon capture is basically the same principle as oil & gas extraction,” explains Luka Baranic, Asset Supervisor at PGS. “But instead of pumping something out of a reservoir, you’re pumping something back in. For offshore carbon storage, we’re looking for a reservoir with a high-density, low-porosity, impermeable roof, often at similar depths as oil reservoirs.” In other words: the same expertise that once powered fossil exploration is now enabling the shift to renewables. Just in reverse.
New challenges, new cable solutions
The next generation of seismic surveys will look very different. They’ll need smarter, lighter, and more sustainable marine cables to handle new survey methods and evolving environmental standards. That’s where DeRegt’s engineers come in. With decades of experience designing high-performance subsea cables for defense, research, and energy, we’re helping seismic survey providers like PGS adapt their equipment to the demands of New Energy. From windfarm siting to offshore carbon storage. Our teams work side by side with clients to create custom, dynamic cable systems that boost data reliability, reduce downtime, and simplify offshore handling. For example, Field Service re-terminations make it possible to extend cable life and cut waste without compromising data integrity. And that's a big win for efficiency and sustainability.
A partnership that powers progress
"It’s very dynamic. We never know what’s going to happen next,” says Baranic. “Every project in New Energy is unique, which pushes everyone, from geophysicists and survey designers to cable specialists, to innovate together.” That spirit of collaboration is exactly what drives DeRegt’s approach. Every cable we design is bespoke — tuned to its mission, its environment, and its future. Because in fast-evolving markets like offshore renewables, there’s no such thing as a “standard” challenge.
Co-engineering the energy transition
As offshore windfarms expand farther into the ocean and new renewable technologies emerge, one truth remains: reliable data and robust connectivity will define the pace of the energy transition. At DeRegt, we’re proud to work with partners like TGS/PGS, turning complex subsea challenges into proven, reliable solutions for a sustainable energy future.
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