TechUK Subsea Cables Summit

The TechUK Subsea Cables Summit, hosted at techUK in London, is a pivotal closed roundtable event designed for techUK members. This exclusive gathering, in partnership with DSIT, aims to unite security and resilience stakeholders from the UK technology sector to address the critical risks posed by potential disruptions to subsea cable infrastructure. As these cables are essential for the majority of the world's international data traffic, the summit emphasizes the need for serious planning and cross-sector collaboration to ensure resilience against operational risks.Operating under Chatham House rules, the discussions will remain confidential, allowing for open dialogue among participants. This roundtable is particularly relevant for professionals responsible for security, resilience, operational continuity, and infrastructure risk. Attendees include security and resilience leads within tech firms, Chief Risk Officers, telecom providers, cloud and data centre operators, and government affairs professionals. The summit aims to inform the government about current industry approaches and gather insights on how organizations handle severe disruption scenarios. By the conclusion of the session, attendees will gain substantive updates on DSIT's current perspectives regarding subsea risk, which will aid in enhancing tech sector resilience and preparedness planning.The event will also explore how collaborative efforts can strengthen the UK's collective resilience. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their preparedness strategies and discuss potential areas for further governmental support. The TechUK Subsea Cables Summit serves as a vital forum for industry and government leaders to engage in meaningful exchanges that contribute to the future of secure and resilient infrastructure. With over 1,100 members, primarily SMEs, techUK fosters an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration across business, government, and stakeholders, ensuring a better future as the tech landscape evolves.