Exploring Challenges Behind Submarine Cable Installation and Repair
Think of the toughest jobs in the world. Laying and maintaining cables deep underwater is one of them. These cables are essential lifelines of global communication, facing extreme marine conditions, complex logistics, and inevitable geopolitical hurdles. Each installation or maintenance challenge demands planning and precision. In this blog, we try to understand these obstacles and highlight the hidden efforts put in by marine engineers, cable ship crew, remotely operated vehicle (ROV) operators, and others behind our seamless digital connectivity. Obstacles Faced by Submarine Cables Installation Challenges Cables of thousands of kilometers are exposed to underwater conditions such as strong currents, rough seaband terrain, and extreme pressure. And as the depth increases, the difficulty levels also increase, sometimes exceeding 10K meters where there is immense pressure and almost freezing temperatures. Specialised ships equipped with the dynamic positioning system are used to l...