Bay of Dakar cable lay testing for Enshore Subsea

Enshore Subsea required cable lay testing for two subsea cables offshore Senegal, ensuring integrity and operational continuity during installation.

Customer challenge

Enshore Subsea was seeking a reliable partner to provide real-time cable monitoring and post-lay verification across long-distance subsea assets, so James Fisher supported them in a challenging offshore environment, with complex logistics.

Solution for our customer

James Fisher’s specialist high voltage technicians provided advanced testing equipment and fibre-splicing expertise. The team conducted optical time domain reflectometer monitoring, time domain reflectometry, insulation and resistance testing.

This project highlights the importance of robust testing and monitoring during subsea cable installation. By combining specialist expertise with advanced diagnostics, we ensure long-term asset reliability, even in challenging conditions.

Rolande Ryder, Operations Manager, James Fisher and Sons

Our impact to our customer

Enabled safe and efficient cable installation and splicing, with continuous monitoring capability
Ensured full compliance with cable testing standards throughout installation and post-lay phases
Delivered accurate, data-driven verification of cable integrity
Resolved installation challenges with expert HV oversight, maintaining performance
Integrated testing assisted project timelines within constrained contractor windows, minimising operational disruption