Submarine Networks Emea 2026

WHEN: 27–28 May 2026
WHERE: London, United Kingdom

WHY: Submarine Networks EMEA 2026 brought together more than 1,250 senior leaders from across the global subsea connectivity ecosystem, including cable owners and operators, carriers, hyperscalers, investors, regulators, and technology providers. As the region’s leading annual subsea connectivity event, the conference featured expert panels, technical presentations, workshops, project updates, and networking opportunities focused on submarine cable development, network resilience, subsea security, connectivity hubs, marine operations, sustainability, policy, and the growing demand for global digital infrastructure. The event provided a valuable platform for industry stakeholders to exchange knowledge, explore new partnerships, and gain insights into the trends shaping the future of international connectivity.

Attendees take part in speed networking sessions designed to foster meaningful industry connections
Record-breaking attendance on the exhibition floor as industry leaders exchange insights and shape the future of global connectivity
An attendee listens intently during a thought-provoking keynote
Vinay Nagpal (InterGlobix) shares expert insights on the growing importance of hybrid edge data centers in an increasingly connected world
The inaugural Subsea Security Summit attracts standing-room-only audiences
Panelists Rebecca Nottingham (Bright Subsea Consulting), John Wrottesley (ESCA), Juha Ravanti (Embassy of Finland), and Christopher Case (NATO SHAPE J2) discuss the military’s role in safeguarding subsea infrastructure and resilience
Attendees engage with a world map by tracing new cable routes, visualizing global data corridors, and identifying emerging landing sites
InterGlobix Magazine on the event floor, inviting attendees to explore and engage
Delegates engage in productive discussions and unlock new opportunities during a scheduled meeting
Day 1 networking drinks see the exhibition floor buzzing as global professionals discuss the expanding digital ecosystem
A bird’s-eye view of the vibrant exhibition floor showcases the scale, diversity, and international reach of this year’s event
Davin Rice (Zayo Europe), Gavin Tully (Pioneer Consulting), Joel Ogren (ASSURED), Brenden Rawle (Equinix), and Gretchen Krantz Evans (US Trade & Development Agency) discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the subsea industry
Isabelle Paradis (HOT TELECOM) conducts an exclusive interview from the show floor to capture key insights from across the industry
Industry experts gather around a laptop to review network architecture and explore solutions to real-time deployment challenges
Delivered via headset, the Subsea Security Summit immerses delegates in technical discussions and deep-dive case studies from the exhibition floor
The main auditorium reaches capacity as delegates gather for major industry announcements, market forecasts, and strategic insights
A thought-provoking audience question highlights the event’s interactive nature
Smiles and animated conversations capture the collaborative spirit of the global subsea and digital infrastructure community
Senior executives and early-career professionals connect at the launch of Subsea Foundations