With over 25 years of transferable flex-lay expertise, PM&E capability and offshore experience, MDL understands the factors that determine a successful cable installation. By combining proven installation methodologies with practical engineering expertise, we help operators manage risk, protect product integrity and execute cable lay projects efficiently through a single point of contact.

Many offshore cable failures can be traced back to damage introduced during handling, installation or operation, making product protection a priority throughout the installation campaign.

MDL's cable lay equipment combines adjustable grip control, precise squeeze management and advanced PLC automation with proven safety features such as failsafe grip technology and a self-centring track system, helping operators maintain control and safeguard cable integrity at every stage of the installation process.

Vessel availability can be one of the biggest challenges facing a cable installation campaign. The integrated and compact design of our equipment enables rapid mobilisation worldwide and straightforward integration with a wide range of vessels, helping operators make effective use of available deck space without compromising installation capability.

From onshore spooling to offshore lay and recovery, our portable systems can be deployed on dedicated cable lay vessels, vessels from your existing fleet or vessels sourced from the spot market, delivering greater flexibility and a more efficient use of project budgets.

When a subsea cable fault occurs, every day of downtime matters. Combining portable equipment with experienced offshore personnel and in-house Project Management & Engineering expertise, MDL supports rapid mobilisation and efficient cable intervention campaigns, providing a single interface from planning and onshore handling through to offshore execution.

Product integrity depends on effective handling throughout the project lifecycle, including storage, preservation and load out activities onshore. MDL's marshalling expertise, proven handling methodologies and specialist equipment help protect the cable from project preparation, including end termination installation, through to vessel mobilisation. Activities can be supported from dedicated facilities such as our Peterhead Energy Service Base, providing a controlled environment for cable storage, preparation and load out.

To further reduce risk, our purpose-built FAT testing facility can simulate handling conditions encountered during offshore installation, enabling operators to identify and address potential issues before the cable reaches the field.

From offshore wind farms to oil and gas developments, MDL has supported cable installation, repair, replacement and recovery campaigns worldwide. Our track record spans project planning, onshore handling, transpooling, offshore installation and fault response across multiple cable types and operating environments. Browse our cable handling case studies to explore the projects, challenges and solutions behind these operations.