Apollo's PALM Quick Connection System
Mechanical system for fast, safe connection and disconnection of floating offshore cables.
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November 5 2025
Apollo’s PALM Quick Connection System (QCS) is a plug-and-socket solution that enables fast, safe connection and disconnection of floating offshore renewable energy devices from their dynamic electrical cables. Designed for ruggedness in the marine environment, the PALM QCS removes the need for personnel transfer, duplicated pull-in equipment or the use of divers, reducing vessel time, cost and risk. Proven through offshore trials and ready for commercial deployment, PALM QCS supports efficient maintenance and tow to port operations, helping reduce cost in floating offshore renewables.
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Fast and repeatable connection. Reduces offshore time for maintenance and tow-to-port operations.
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No specialist vessels or divers. Fully mechanical system operated by standard tug equipment.
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Proven in offshore trials. Tested and validated for reliability and durability in harsh marine environments.
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Reduces cost and risk. Cuts downtime, vessel hire, and exposure to offshore operations.
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Ready for deployment. Patent-pending technology developed with UK government support and industry partners.
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Apollo is a leading engineering and energy consultancy working across the decarbonisation, marine energies, and oil and gas sectors. We provide the industry with transformational advisory, consulting and engineering projects, Technical Placements, and Digital Solutions. We employ over 180 engineers and have offices in Aberdeen, Bristol, Edinburgh, Anglesey, Pembroke and Nottingham.
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