Offshore Cable Reels for Installation, Transportation and Mooring

PASSER has designed, fabricated and delivered more than 1,000 offshore cable reels worldwide since 2006. Our reels support subsea cable installation, long-distance cable transportation and offshore mooring applications across the wind, oil and gas, and grid interconnector markets.

Every reel is engineered to project specification at our Klaipėda fabrication facility, with DNV verification and full ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications. Standard lifting and rigging configurations are designed for safe heavy-lift transit, with sea-fastening and inspection packages available on request.

Cable Reel Types and Configurations

PASSER manufactures three core reel types, each engineered to project specification at our Klaipėda fabrication facility.

Offshore Cable Installation and Transport Reels

Used to transport and load out subsea cable, umbilicals and flexible pipe for offshore installation campaigns. Designed to integrate directly with cable lay vessels, with custom drum dimensions and payload capacities matched to the cable specification and vessel programme.

• Custom drum diameters and flange dimensions to project specification

• Engineered for repeat-use transport campaigns

• Heavy-lift load-out capability for direct vessel transfer

• Integrated lifting points and sea-fastening attachments

• Compatible with PASSER cable handling equipment

• Inspection and test plans included with every reel

• DNV verification as standard

Offshore Mooring Reels for Polyester Rope

Used for offshore mooring applications, including FPSO mooring lines and floating wind turbine mooring systems. Designed for the larger drum diameters and payloads required for polyester rope, with handling configurations matched to the deployment method on the host vessel.

• Drum and flange dimensions sized for polyester rope storage and deployment

• Compatible with offshore vessel deployment systems

• Heavy-lift load-out capability for direct vessel transfer

• DNV verification as standard

• Custom-engineered to project specification

Specifications and Engineering Standards

Every PASSER reel is engineered to project specification at our Klaipėda fabrication facility. Design, fabrication and inspection are carried out under recognised offshore standards.

• DNV verification as standard

• ISO 9001 quality management certification (DNV-GL)

• ISO 14001 environmental management certification

• ISO 45001 health and safety management certification

• EN 1090-2 EXC4 product certification for steel structures

• Custom dimensions and payload capacities to project specification

• Integrated HSE management and full inspection and test plans

Pre-assembly and test-assembly at our facilities before shipping

Manufacturing and Delivery

Reels are manufactured at the PASSER fabrication facility in Klaipėda, Lithuania. The site holds direct deep-water quay access for heavy-lift load-out to global shipping routes, supporting reel deliveries across Europe, Asia and the Americas.

Mobilisation crews and engineering support are available for projects requiring on-site assembly, commissioning or operational support. Reels can be supplied as a standalone product or combined with PASSER cable handling equipment for a complete installation spread.

Track Record

More than 1,000 PASSER reels have been delivered worldwide since 2006. Reference projects span multiple cable and offshore markets.

• Baker Hughes — Offshore cable transportation reels.

• Subsea installation contractors — Custom installation reels for cable lay campaigns across the North Sea and Asia Pacific.

• Offshore mooring projects — Mooring reels for polyester rope used in deepwater mooring applications.

• Cable manufacturers — Cable transportation reels for shipment of HVAC, HVDC, array and export cable to project sites worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Types of Cable Reels Does PASSER Manufacture?

Three core reel types. Offshore installation reels for subsea cable, umbilical and flexible pipe installation campaigns. Cable transportation reels for shipping cable between manufacturing plants, storage hubs and project sites. Mooring reels for polyester rope used in offshore mooring systems, including FPSO and floating wind applications.

Can PASSER Cable Reels be delivered with DNV Verification and Certification?

Yes. DNV verification and certification can be included in delivery for every PASSER cable reel. The Klaipėda fabrication facility holds ISO 9001 (DNV-GL), EN 1090-2 EXC4, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, with full inspection and test plans on every reel.

Where Are PASSER Cable Reels Manufactured?

At the PASSER fabrication facility in Klaipėda, Lithuania. The site holds deep-water quay access for direct heavy-lift load-out to global shipping routes, supporting projects across Europe, Asia and the Americas.

Can PASSER Reels Be Custom-Engineered for Specific Projects?

Yes. Every reel is engineered to project specification, with custom drum diameters, flange dimensions, payload capacities and rigging configurations matched to the cable, the vessel and the operation. Standard configurations are available for repeat-use transport applications, with shorter lead times.

How Long Is the Typical Lead Time for a New Reel?

Typical 4 - 8 weeks, depending on project specifications. Lead times vary with reel specification and project complexity. Standard configurations are typically available within shorter lead times than fully custom designs. Klaipėda's in-house design and fabrication capacity supports both fast turnaround for repeat orders and project-specific engineering for new specifications.