Organized by Global Underwater Hub (GUH), the two-day event will take place at P&J Live, with exhibition stands now on sale and an expanded program of industry engagement, networking and knowledge sharing in development.

Under the theme “Bridging the Gap”, Subsea Expo 2027 will explore how the industry can better connect its technology, capabilities and people with the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of the underwater sector.

The event will bring together operators, developers, major contractors, technology innovators and supply chain companies from across established and emerging underwater markets, creating opportunities to discuss industry challenges, develop new relationships and generate business.

A central focus of Subsea Expo 2027 will be the significant opportunities and challenges shaping the future of the global underwater industry, encompassing both energy and wider market transitions. Discussions will explore the growing importance of subsea tie-backs in driving oil and gas activity, the impact of changing UK energy policy and opportunities in international markets including Norway, Brazil and Australia. Offshore wind will also feature prominently, examining the outlook for fixed and floating developments, investment, technology innovation and the supply chain capabilities required to turn project ambitions into delivery. The increasing importance of defense and critical undersea infrastructure protection will provide a further focus, bringing defense stakeholders and industry together to explore opportunities for collaboration, innovation and growth.

New for 2027, the Subsea Connections Pass will introduce a dedicated program of focused, one-to-one business meetings, helping participating organizations engage directly with relevant operators, developers, Tier 1 companies and other industry organizations. The first organizations confirmed to participate include Boskalis, BP, CNOOC, CNR International, Copenhagen Offshore Partners, DOF Subsea, Flotation Energy, Fugro, Harbour Energy, Ithaca Energy, NEO NEXT+, Ocean Installer, Royal Navy, Serica Energy and TechnipFMC UK.

Subsea Springboard will also return, providing a platform for innovative subsea companies to present their capabilities and connect with operators, major contractors and key industry decision-makers.

Another major development for 2027 is the introduction of the Blue Horizons Theatre, a dedicated conference zone designed to encourage open discussion and debate. Accessible with the Conference Pass, delegates will be able to engage with a curated line-up of industry experts and thought leaders.

With capacity for 500 delegates, the two-day conference will bring together top speakers and perspectives from industry, government, academia and the wider supply chain.

The conference will address some of the most significant developments influencing the future of the subsea industry. These include the technical and policy landscape, operational challenges, and opportunities for subsea tie-backs and renewed oil and gas activity, through to fixed and floating offshore wind. Discussions will focus on the markets, technologies, investment and supply chain capabilities needed to deliver future energy growth. The program will also examine the increasing role of the subsea sector in defense and critical undersea infrastructure protection. Delegates will have opportunities to engage directly with industry leaders, contribute to discussions and explore how these developments could translate into commercial opportunities.

Innovation will also remain a central focus of Subsea Expo, with the return of the Technology and Innovation Zone. Located within the exhibition, this zone will host a program of short presentations across both days, giving companies and technology developers an opportunity to showcase emerging solutions, demonstrate their applications and engage with potential customers and collaborators.

A call for abstracts is currently open.

Taking place alongside Subsea Expo, the prestigious Subsea Expo Awards ceremony will be held on March 10, 2027 at P&J Live, recognizing and celebrating the industry’s best and brightest companies and individuals. More than 400 guests will enjoy an evening of entertainment, including a special guest speaker, alongside a three-course meal. Seats at the dinner are now available for booking.

Exhibition opportunities now available

With stands now on sale, companies across the underwater supply chain are being invited to secure their place at Subsea Expo 2027.

The exhibition will provide a platform for businesses of all sizes to showcase their technologies, products and services, raise their profile and engage with customers, partners and decision-makers across multiple underwater markets.

By bringing together organizations working across offshore energy, defense and the wider blue economy, the event aims to encourage new partnerships and help businesses identify opportunities beyond their traditional markets.

Attendance at the Subsea Expo exhibition will remain free, while access to the Blue Horizons Theatre conference and Subsea Connections program will require dedicated passes.

Further details of the conference program, speakers and participating organizations will be announced in the coming months.

Neil Gordon, Chief Executive at Global Underwater Hub, said: “Subsea Expo 2027 comes at an important time for our industry, with significant opportunities and challenges emerging across offshore energy, defense and international markets.

“Subsea tie-backs are becoming an increasingly important driver of global oil and gas activity, and we need to understand how changing UK energy policy will influence our ability to capture these opportunities, particularly as countries such as Norway, Brazil and Australia continue to invest in subsea developments.

“Offshore wind remains a major opportunity for our industry, but there are important questions around project delivery, investment and how we develop the UK supply chain to capitalize on both fixed and floating wind. These are discussions our industry needs to be actively involved in.

“At the same time, defense and the protection of critical undersea infrastructure are creating significant new opportunities for subsea technologies, capabilities and expertise.

“Our theme, ‘Bridging the Gap’, is about connecting the people shaping these markets with the businesses capable of delivering. Subsea Expo will provide an opportunity to hear directly from industry leaders, contribute to the debate, understand where future opportunities lie and build the relationships that turn those opportunities into business.”

To register, or for more information about Subsea Expo 2027, including exhibition stand availability and participation opportunities, visit www.subseaexpo.com or contact subseaexpo@theguh.co.uk.