Hydro Group picked up the Business of the Year award at this year's Northern Star Business Awards, and were presented the title by sponsors RBS.
Hydro Group, founded over 40 years ago and based in Aberdeen, is a global leader in subsea connectivity solutions. Specialising in the design, manufacture and testing of electrical and optical interconnect packages, Hydro Group serves industries such as oil and gas, marine renewables and defence.
Offering a comprehensive service from prototype design to project management, the company delivers custom-made cables, connectors and assemblies tailored to withstand the harshest environmental conditions.
With a team of 113 experienced staff and a state-of-the-art 59,200 sq ft facility, Hydro Group supports a wide range of high-profile global clients.
Business of the Year NSBA2025 Hydro Group with sponsor RBS
In the past year, Hydro Group has introduced pioneering products like the 36Kv dry mate connector for floating wind and tidal energy applications and a fibre optic penetrator, improving data transfer for manned systems. The company also expanded its product range to support defence applications.
Despite global supply chain challenges, Hydro Group has continued to excel, leveraging strong forecasting and strategic planning to maintain customer satisfaction and minimise price disruptions.
What truly sets Hydro Group apart is its ability to provide tailored, full-system solutions, not just individual components. The company’s focus on innovation, combined with its extensive R&D capabilities and ISO 9001 certification, ensures it stays ahead of industry trends.
Hydro Group is also dedicated to the future workforce, having expanded its Apprenticeship Programme and welcomed two placement students from Robert Gordon University.
With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, Hydro Group is a trusted partner for some of the world’s most demanding subsea projects, positioning them for continued success in the years ahead.