Independent Technical Expertise from Feasibility to Construction
Intertek Metoc provides specialist Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) support for subsea cable landfalls, helping clients design and deliver technically robust, constructible and low‑risk crossing solutions.
We act as an independent technical advisor across the full HDD lifecycle, from early optioneering through to drilling execution.
Our HDD Services Include
- Desktop landfall feasibility and optioneering studies
- Landfall site visits and constraint assessments
- HDD concept development and drill profile definition
- Input to ground investigation scope and interpretation
- Independent review of HDD designs, calculations and method statements
- Technical support during HDD construction and interface with marine works
Client Benefits
- Reduced technical and delivery risk at critical landfall locations
- Early identification of constructability and consenting challenges
- Independent assurance of HDD design and execution approach
- Improved integration between onshore, intertidal and offshore works
Practical, independent and experience‑driven — Intertek Metoc supports HDD landfalls that are designed to work and delivered with confidence.