If you’ve ever considered the challenges of subsea engineering, you know it’s far from easy. The underwater environment presents numerous risks, like uneven rocks, shifting seabeds, and potential damage from vessel anchors or dropped objects. Protecting cables and pipelines in such conditions is crucial. That’s where Uraduct® comes in. Made from polyurethane—a highly abrasion-resistant material certified to API 17L standards—it offers exceptional protection against both abrasion and impact. With a proven track record spanning over 30 years, Uraduct® has earned a strong reputation as the industry standard for cable and flowline protection.

Let’s take a look at Uraduct®’s key applications

Offshore oil and gas pipelines - In the offshore oil and gas industry, Uraduct® plays a significant role in protecting pipelines and umbilicals that transport oil, gas, and chemicals. These assets are critical to operations, and damage could lead to environmental disasters and significant financial losses.

Uraduct® prevents damage that could occur during installation and shields against the hostile subsea environment, including threats like dropped objects. It also helps ensure the integrity of flowlines, cables and umbilicals, which are prone to abrasion from constant movement on the rough seabed.

Renewable energy: Subsea cables for offshore wind farms - With renewable energy on the rise, particularly offshore wind farms, Uraduct® has found a new and growing application. Offshore wind farms require extensive cabling to transmit the clean energy back to shore, these cables face strong currents and challenging seabed conditions.

Uraduct® ensures that these vital subsea power cables remain protected throughout installation and operation, helping to maintain uninterrupted energy flow and reducing the risk of costly maintenance or replacements.

Subsea cables and communication infrastructure - Let’s not forget about the subsea communication cables that stretch for thousands of kilometres across the ocean floor! These cables are the backbone of global communication even minor damage to these cables can lead to costly repairs or network disruptions.

Uraduct® protects these assets from wear and tear caused by the ocean floor’s rough surfaces, underwater currents, and human activities like fishing and anchoring. Uraduct® is becoming an essential player in keeping us all connected!

Marine construction and civil engineering - In marine construction, where projects like bridges, tunnels, and harbours are built, Uraduct® plays a crucial role in protecting cables and pipelines during the construction process. These projects often need power or communication links running underwater, and Uraduct® provides the essential protection needed to ensure they’re safe from any mishaps during installation or the construction of other structures nearby.

Why choose Uraduct®?

So, why is Uraduct® the top choice? Here’s what makes it stand out:

• Durability: Built to last, even in the harshest underwater environments.
• Versatility: Used across various industries, from oil and gas to renewable energy and beyond.
• Easy installation: Its modular design means it’s quick to install, keeping downtime to a minimum.
• Impact and abrasion resistance: It offers excellent resistance to impact and abrasion from seabed conditions and human activities.
• Customisable design: Tailored to fit different cable or pipeline sizes and project- specific requirements, including varying depths and environmental conditions.
• Short lead times: Thanks to increased production capacity, Uraduct® is available quickly, helping you meet tight project deadlines.

As demand for oil and gas, offshore wind and undersea communication continues to grow, Uraduct® will remain an essential tool in protecting the subsea infrastructure that keeps these industries running smoothly. Whether it’s protecting a cable in shallow waters or securing a pipeline deep beneath the ocean, Uraduct® ensures your subsea assets remain safe and operational for years to come.

Find out more about Uraduct® here or contact our team today to discuss your latest project.

By Ben Stubbens, Head of Sales at CRP Subsea.