C-Kore Systems Ltd is providing smart and reliable testing solutions. (Image source: C-Kore)
Africa’s offshore oil and gas sector is rapidly evolving, with operators venturing into deeper waters to tap into new reserves
While these developments present exciting opportunities, they also introduce significant technical challenges – especially with testing and commissioning of the subsea equipment. With subsea umbilicals now incorporating more fiber optic cables for high-speed data transmission and control, the ability to quickly and accurately test these fibres is more crucial than ever. To support the testing of the fibre optics in these complex projects, C-Kore Systems Ltd. is revolutionising subsea testing with its Subsea Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) – a compact, automated testing tool that simplifies operations ensuring reliable testing of the optical fibers in deepwater environments, reducing overall costs.
As offshore fields extend into deeper waters, subsea infrastructure becomes increasingly sophisticated. Umbilicals containing fiber optics play a vital role in transmitting data and maintaining communications between subsea assets and topside facilities. However, testing these critical components is far more challenging at greater depths, where conventional methods are often impractical or too costly.
Traditional cable testing relies on labour-intensive processes that require specialised technicians and extended vessel time. Manual fault-finding in deepwater conditions can cause delays, increasing operational expenses and disrupting project timelines. To ensure reliability from the outset, operators need automated, efficient solutions that streamline the testing process while reducing costs.
C-Kore’s Subsea OTDR is transforming fiber optic cable testing by bringing topside Optical Time Domain Reflectometry (OTDR) technology to subsea applications. Operators can now verify cable integrity directly on the seabed without complex setups or specialized personnel. Unlike traditional methods that require trained technicians and lengthy troubleshooting, this automated solution delivers instant, accurate results, reducing vessel time and cutting costs. By simplifying operations while ensuring reliable performance from day one, subsea OTDR is making deepwater commissioning faster, more efficient, and cost-effective.
African offshore operators are already seeing the advantages of integrating C-Kore’s Subsea OTDR. As the industry expands into deeper waters, the ability to verify fiber optic integrity quickly and accurately is becoming a key factor in maintaining efficient operations.
With Africa’s offshore industry moving into deeper waters, subsea testing is becoming more critical than ever. Traditional methods are struggling to keep pace with the increasing complexity of modern greenfield projects, making automation a necessity. More operators are turning to C-Kore’s Subsea OTDR to streamline commissioning, cut costs, and reduce vessel time, ensuring projects stay on schedule. As offshore developments continue to evolve, C-Kore Systems Ltd. is driving change—providing smart, reliable testing solutions that make subsea operations more efficient, cost-effective, and ready for the future.
For more information on C-Kore's innovative subsea testing technology, visit www.c-kore.com.
