Introducing the Subsea Distribution Alliance: A Strategic Partnership of Industry Leaders

The Subsea Distribution Alliance unites three of the most experienced and trusted names in subsea technology to provide best-in-class design, manufacture and delivery capabilities for clients.

An End-to-End Partnership Delivering Unmatched Performance in Subsea Infrastructure

Bergen, Norway 10th June 2025, three of the most experienced and trusted names in subsea technology – HTS Dynamics, Connector Subsea Solutions, and TESS Subsea – are proud to announce the formation of the Subsea Distribution Alliance.

This strategic partnership brings together best-in-class manufacturing, engineering, and distribution capabilities to ensure complete control and unmatched performance across the entire subsea distribution value chain.

The Subsea Distribution Alliance aims to keep subsea infrastructure flowing from design to delivery. Furthermore, by uniting the product ownership of Connector Subsea Solutions, the manufacturing excellence of HTS Dynamics, and the distribution expertise of TESS Subsea, the alliance offers complete subsea solutions through one, streamlined partnership.

“This alliance allows us to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions to our customers while maintaining the highest standards of quality, reliability, and efficiency,” said Ivar Kjærvik Hanson, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Connector Subsea Solutions.

Knut Jølberg (TESS Subsea), Kristian Karlsen (Connector Subsea Solutions), Ronny B. Johnsen (HTS Dynamics). Photo credit: Veronika Stuksrud / Fotova

Proven Legacy of Excellence

Collectively, the members of the alliance have more than 100 years of global experience in delivering trusted solutions to the oil and gas industry: Connector Subsea Solutions has delivered over 3.500 subsea connectors, ensuring high-integrity connections in demanding offshore environments. TESS Subsea has supplied more than 2.500 flying leads, providing flexible and durable connection solutions to subsea production systems. HTS Dynamics has manufactured over 850.000 hydraulic couplers with zero failures in subsea production applications – setting the benchmark for performance and reliability.

A Unified Vision

With a shared commitment to innovation, quality, and customer success, the Subsea Distribution Alliance is ready to redefine standards in subsea infrastructure delivery.The alliance ensures full traceability, tighter integration, and consistent excellence across every stage of the supply chain. In addition, the alliance is committed to supporting a more sustainable subsea future – by optimizing resource use and promoting long-life, serviceable components.

Read the official press release, and find more information by visiting www.sd-alliance.com