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200+ delegates participated in Delhi Care4Cable workshop in 2025 at Radission Blu Plaza, Delhi .
Call For Papers
Technical papers, case studies, research findings, innovation papers and practical field experiences are invited from:
- Utilities
- Cable & Accessory Manufacturers
- Consultants & EPC Contractors
- Testing and Diagnostic Service Providers
- Research Org & Academic Institutions
- Academic Institutions
- Data Centre Operators
- Metro and Railway Organizations
- Renewable Energy Developers
- Utilities & Industry End users
Session Themes & Topics
SESSION 1 - Selection, Design And Engineering Of Insulated Cable Systems
• Selection criteria for HV, EHV, HVDC, Subsea and Specialty Cables
• Ampacity studies, thermal modelling and rating calculations
• Geo-technical, hydrology and environmental considerations
• Determination and optimization of cable routes
• Global design practices for insulated cable systems
• Cable sheath bonding, armour earthing and induced voltage management
• Data Centre cable infrastructure design
• Metro and Railway cable systems
• Renewable Energy and BESS cable systems
• Offshore and Subsea cable systems
• Planning and execution challenges
• Emerging trends in cable system design
SESSION 2 - Procurement, Specifications And Quality Assurance
• Techno-commercial evaluation and procurement practices
• Role of OEM from manufacturing to commissioning
• Quality Assurance Plans (QAP)
• Technical specifications and compliance requirements
• Type Tests, Routine Tests, Sample Tests and PQ Tests
• Factory Acceptance Tests and inspection practices
• Fire-retardant, FRLS, LSZH and specialty cable design requirements
• Fire performance testing and compliance standards
• Supply chain and project execution challenges
• International quality assurance practices
SESSION 3 - Global Practices Of Cable Laying, Installation And Commissioning
• New technology trends in cable installation
• Field Quality Plans (FQP), installation checklists and quality hold points
• Trenchless technologies and HDD applications
• Cable pulling methodologies
• Understanding and mitigating sidewall pressure
• Pull tension estimation and control
• Cable lubricants and installation best practices
• Installation in congested urban areas
• Smart Cities and Smart Grid cable projects
• Metro, Railway and Airport cable projects
• Offshore and coastal cable installation challenges
• Global case studies of cable installation
SESSION 4 - Accessories, Terminations And System Reliability
• Design and selection of cable joints and terminations
• GIS, AIS and transformer terminations
• OH line and hybrid substation cable interfaces
• Cable sealing systems and water ingress protection
• Firestop and passive fire protection systems
• Reliability of accessories and workmanship practices
• Storage, preservation and shelf-life management of joints, terminations and accessory kits
• Installation quality and performance validation
• Common failure modes and root cause analysis
• Lessons learned from field failures
SESSION 5 - Operation, Maintenance And Asset Management
• Online and offline monitoring systems
• Cable operational parameters and performance indicators
• Maintenance planning and scheduling
• Cable health monitoring and condition assessment
• Overloading, emergency loading and thermal management
• Fault location and restoration practices
• Asset management frameworks and strategies
• Cable, accessory and spare inventory management
• Storage, preservation and shelf-life management of cables, joints and terminations
• Strategic spare philosophy and emergency restoration readiness
• Reliability and resilience of cable systems
• Management of aged and obsolete cable systems
• Repair, refurbishment, replacement and life-extension strategies
• Utility experiences and case studies
• Emergency preparedness and business continuity
SESSION 6 - Advanced Diagnostic Techniques For Insulated Cable Systems
• Pre-commissioning testing
• Benchmark values, signature records and acceptance criteria for cable systems
• Best practices of dielectric testing of cable systems at site
• VLF, DAC and AC testing methodologies
• Global best practices in cable diagnostics
• Online PD monitoring of HV and EHV cable systems
• Continuous online PD monitoring for MV cable systems
• Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS)
• Fibre optic monitoring technologies
• Condition-based maintenance methodologies
• Diagnostic case studies and lessons learned
SESSION 7 - Lifetime Strategy, Digitalization And Future Networks
• Parameters and algorithms for health indexing
• Global health monitoring strategies
• Lessons learned from past failures for more accurate health indexing
• Remaining Life Assessment (RLA)
• Post-failure investigation and unlaying methodologies
• Digital twins for cable systems
• AI and Machine Learning applications
• Predictive maintenance strategies
• Smart cable networks and future grid requirements
• Sustainability and lifecycle optimization
• Circular economy, recycling and environmental stewardship
Please arrange to send your paper on or before 05-08-2026 to elsy.george@care4cable.org & dtoffice@kcluster.com
The Author attending the workshop will be provided complimentary registration. Co-authors will be subject to regular registration charges.
Mentors & Speakers Care4Cable 2025
Mr. Erik Freyser
Chief Operating Officer - President, Polywater, USA
Er. Imteyaz Siddiqui
Vice President,
Polywater APAC & GCC
Mr. Sanjay Mishra
Chairman & Managing Director,
SM Systems
Mr. Ameya Phadnis
Associate-HV CABLE - WSP
Er. S. M. Takalkar
Mentor & Thought Leader
Mr. Aditya Korde
Managing Director, Diagnostic Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
Dr. Rajaram Shinde
Director, Prayog Electricals / Datson Electronics & Vikarsh Nano Tech
Er. P. K. Pattanaik
Director (Operation), OPTCL, Odisha
Dr. Aradhana Ray
Ph. D. in Electrical Engineering Lax Energy
Mr. Selesh Gupta
CEO, JSK Industries Pvt Ltd
Mr. Uma Shanker Prasad
General Manager Technical Apar Industries Ltd
Mr. Ravindra Gawade
Head Cables, Tata Power
Mr. Mahesh Ambardekar
Senior VP at Adani Electricity
Mr. A. H. Pophale
Group Head - Cable Tata Power
Mr. Ashweni Jain
Associate Vice President, Adani Electricity
Mr. Amol Sandhanshiv
Director, LeakXpert
Mentors
Mr S K Negi
Mentor & Thought Leader
COO K P Green Energy
Dr. K. Rajamani
Mentor & Thought Leader
Er. S. M. Takalkar
Mentor & Thought Leader
Er. Yogesh V Joshi
Convenor - Care4Cable
Distinguished Member CIGRE
Former Head of Engg GETCO
Former President ERDA
Director Technical - Knowledge Cluster
Mr. Ajay Joshi
Mentor & Director
Knowledge Cluster
Jagdish Sandhanshiv
(Director - Business Development)
Conference Overview
The global power industry is witnessing unprecedented investment in cable infrastructure driven by urbanization, renewable energy integration, data centres, transportation electrification, smart grids, utility modernization and energy transition initiatives.
Insulated cable systems have become critical assets for ensuring reliable, resilient and sustainable delivery of electrical energy across utilities, industries, transportation systems, commercial infrastructure and mission-critical facilities.
Care4Cable International Conference 2026 provides a unique platform for utilities, cable manufacturers, accessory suppliers, EPC contractors, consultants, testing specialists, researchers and end users to exchange knowledge, share practical experiences, discuss emerging technologies and explore future trends shaping the cable industry.
The conference focuses on the complete lifecycle of insulated cable systems covering design, manufacturing, installation, operation, diagnostics, reliability, asset management and life extension strategies.
Themes
- Selection, Design And Engineering of Underground Cable Systems
- Key Aspects of Procurement And Quality Assurance
- Global Practices Of Laying, Installation & Testing of EHV Cable Systems
- Compatibility Of Cable End Terminations With Selected Cable System
- Operation & Maintenance Challenges And Remedies
- Advanced Diagnostic Techniques For Cable Systems
- Lifetime Strategy Of Cable System
Moments of Care4Cable 2024
Who Should Attend / Application Areas
Ideal for professionals involved in the design, specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, operation,
maintenance, testing, diagnostics, reliability, asset management and digitalization of cable systems from
Transmission Utilities
Distribution Utilities
Data Centres
Metro and Railway Systems
Renewable Energy and BESS Projects
Industrial and Process Plants
Commercial & Residential Developments
Smart Cities and Utility Tunnels
Offshore and Subsea Projects
Why Participate
Join. Share. Collaborate. Drive the Future of Cable Systems.
Care4Cable welcomes Delegates, Speakers and Sponsors to be part of a knowledge platform driving innovation, best practices and sustainable growth in the cable industry.
Delegates
Learn, connect and grow by engaging with industry leaders and exploring the latest trends and technologies.
Expand Knowledge
Gain insights into global best practices and emerging technologies
Build Valuable Connections
Network with utilities, manufacturers, EPC contractors, consultants and experts
Solve Real Challenges
Discuss with subject matter experts and learn practical solutions
Stay Ahead
Explore future trends shaping the cable industry
Be part of the knowledge community. Register as a Delegate!
Speakers
Share your expertise, showcase your work
and inspire the industry.
Share Your Expertise
Present technical papers, case studies and innovative ideas
Influence Industry Dialogue
Engage with a focused audience of decision makers and professionals
Enhance Your Visibility
Position yourself and your organization as thought leaders
Contribute to Progress
Help shape the future of cable systems through knowledge sharing
Share your knowledge. Inspire change. Apply to be a Speaker!
Sponsors
Partner with us to showcase your brand, connect with key stakeholders and drive business growth.
Increase Brand Visibility
Showcase your products, services and innovations
Access Key Stakeholders
Connect with utilities, EPCs, consultants, manufacturers and asset owners
Generate Quality Leads
Build relationships and create new business opportunities
Demonstrate Leadership
Align your brand with knowledge, innovation and industry excellence
Partner. Promote. Lead. Explore Sponsorship Opportunities!
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About Care4Cable
Care4Cable is an industry-led knowledge platform dedicated to improving the reliability, safety, performance and lifecycle management of insulated cable systems. The initiative brings together utilities, consultants, manufacturers, EPC contractors, testing specialists, researchers and end users to exchange knowledge, practical experiences, innovations and lessons learned across the complete lifecycle of cable systems.
Over the years, Care4Cable has evolved into one of India’s most recognized platforms for underground cable systems through workshops, webinars, field studies, technical discussions and expert-led knowledge-sharing initiatives.
The platform covers EHV, HV, MV, LV, HVDC and specialty cable systems with a strong focus on practical field challenges, reliability improvement and global best practices.
Care4cable At A Glance
• More than 1500 engineers trained
• Participation from utilities, industries, OEMs and EPC contractors
• Technical experts from India and abroad
• Focus on practical challenges and real-life case studies
• Strong emphasis on reliability, diagnostics and asset management
• Gyansabha – interactive problem-solving sessions with industry experts
• Platform for innovation, technology transfer and continuous learning
Care4Cable Objectives
- Create a niche platform of professionals handling EHV, HV, MV & LV Cable infrastructure. Gyansabha is theme based session for discussing actual field working problems, experience sharing, analyse, getting solutions and learning on the Cable related topics that creates mastermind to avoid future problems.
- Development of Cable System Design in India – Do it right first time
- Survey, Research and Create awareness about best practices in Cable System Design, Supply, Installation, Testing, Maintenance and Asset Management in Cables from global experiences.
- Sensitizing stakeholders about avoiding mess of cables & ensure safety under Swachh Cable Abhiyan
- To conduct Roundtable meetings, Workshop, Conference, Awards and Expo to promote continuous improvement in work practices, materials, design, technology & innovations.