Global Cable & Submarine Cable Trade Update: What Procurement Teams Need to Know
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2025-05-30
As trade dynamics shift across the cable and submarine cable industry, here are key takeaways for procurement leaders focused on cost, compliance, and supply chain resilience:
As trade dynamics shift across the cable and submarine cable industry, here are key takeaways for procurement leaders focused on cost, compliance, and supply chain resilience:
📉EU Anti-Dumping Duties on Chinese Cables
Starting May 12, the EU imposes a 91% anti-dumping tariff on Chinese cable imports. This may significantly increase sourcing costs for European projects. Some Chinese suppliers are already shifting production through Southeast Asia to maintain pricing competitiveness.
🚢U.S. Shipping Capacity & Rate Fluctuations
Good news: trans-Pacific freight rates to the U.S. recently dropped 23%, temporarily lowering logistics costs. But volatility remains—plan ahead with backup shipping strategies.
📊Key Players & Project Trends
China’s “Big 4” subsea cable manufacturers (e.g., Dongfang Cable, Hengtong) are securing major HVDC contracts in the UK and Germany, thanks to their ±525kV technology. Europe’s offshore wind projects (like Mona & Morgan, 2GW) are driving record demand, with European orders expected to hit 30% of total in 2025.
🌏Southeast Asia Rising
Vietnam, Thailand, and others are accelerating offshore wind deployment (e.g., Bac Lieu Phase III), creating new procurement opportunities.
⚠Supply Chain & Compliance Risks Post-Baltic Sea incidents, cable security and warranty clauses are under scrutiny. CE certification is a must for Europe, while Southeast Asia now enforces stricter flame-retardant and corrosion resistance standards.
Sourcing Strategy Tips
✔Choose suppliers with proven technology & overseas capacity
✔Use futures to hedge copper cost volatility
✔Diversify regions to reduce geopolitical risk
Let’s connect if you’re in the cable industry and exploring strategic sourcing solutions in AsiaPacific.
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