1912
Goldsmith J.F. de Regt Sr. launches business, pivots to dental laboratory.
About us
About us
When you reach out, progress draws closer
At DeRegt Cables, we’ve been crafting the connections that power progress since 1912. What began as a small workshop in Rotterdam has evolved into a global partner for advanced, mission-critical cable solutions. Built for the depths of the ocean, the skies above, and everything in between.
Today, our foundations haven’t changed: quality, craftsmanship, and innovation. But what truly defines us is how we work: shoulder-to-shoulder with engineers, designers, and pioneers who dare to push boundaries. Because we believe the best solutions aren’t simply built; they’re co-created.
Our Present
From our Dutch headquarters, we deliver future-proof cable solutions that meet the highest technical and operational standards — and the unique challenges of every client we serve. Our experts combine decades of hands-on experience with an open, curious mindset. Whether it’s a subsea umbilical for deep-sea exploration or a dynamic power cable for renewable energy, every project is engineered with precision, tested in-house, and supported all the way through deployment. We don’t just supply cables. We build trust through performance. One project, one partnership, one challenge at a time.
Our Future
The world is changing fast, and so are we. We continue to stretch our ambitions, designing lighter, smarter, more sustainable cable systems that enable new possibilities for offshore energy, defense, science, and exploration. At DeRegt, we see every customer relationship as a shared journey. You tell us where you want to go: deeper, higher, or further. And we’ll help you get there. Together, we rethink what’s possible. Together, we move progress forward.
Our Journey So Far
1945
J.F. de Regt & Zn. officially founded after surviving two world wars.
1950
Medical equipment production begins. The technical foundation is laid.
1952
First seismic cables delivered, entering the energy exploration game.
1955
Production moves to Hoogstraat 32, Rotterdam. Cable manufacturing takes off.
1956
Name changes to De Regt Elektrische Kabels N.V. Growth accelerates.
1960
Expands to Hoogstraat 34 for cable assembly and terminations.
1962
New facility opens at Sint Janshof: room to innovate and scale!
1968
Rebrands as De Regt Special Cable B.V. (DRSC). Specialization begins.
1969
Foundation laid for Capelle production facility by J. de Regt Jr.
1970
First product catalog launched. The story goes public.
1970
New production facility opens in Capelle aan den IJssel.
1971
Board of commissioners expanded, to add strategic guidance and oversight.
1972
International offices established. Going global starts here.
1975
Ireland facility opens for seismic land cable production.
1977
Assembly companies launched in US, Singapore, and Australia.
1978
Capelle facility expansion inaugurated by former Prime Minister P. de Jong.
1982
Second Capelle expansion opened by State Secretary Mrs. N. Ginjaar.
1989
VERTO N.V. acquires De Regt Special Cable companies.
1991
Verto bankruptcy leads to suspension. DRSC sold to MOP.
1995
Bromsgrove Industries acquires company. De Regt merges with Jacques Cable. The merger creates JDR Cable Systems. New chapter begins.
1996
JDR goes online. Entering the digital era!
1998
NatWest Equity Partners acquires JDR. Private equity fuels growth.
2000
Houston production facility opens. American Oil & Gas market secured.
2000
New service facility opens in Capelle aan den IJssel.
2001
C2C program launches: Concept to Cable design innovation.
2001
Oil crisis closes Houston factory. Sales and service office reopens.
2002
Defense sector business booms during market downturn. Resilience wins.
2004
UK umbilical facility opens near Cambridge, as offshore demand accelerates.
2004
JDR Smart Solutions branding debuts, emphasizing technology partnership.
2006
JDR Cable Systems NL becomes JDR Smart Solutions officially.
2006
Thailand production facility opens under JDR Umbilical Systems.
2006
Tianjin, China service center launches, expanding our Asian presence.
2006
New corporate identity and website roll out globally.
2007
JDR Smart Solutions moves to Krimpen, doubling production space to 10,000m².
2008
Rebrand to JDR Marine Cables highlights core expertise.
2011
Fugro N.V. acquires Dutch JDR. Returns to De Regt name.
2013
CGG acquires Fugro's Geoscience division. De Regt joins Sercel family.
2013
Beethoven Marine Systems project ends following Fugro transition.
2013
De Regt Germany GmbH launches in Dortmund. RiFleR development begins.
2013
Claude Pelzer becomes Managing Director after Han van Veen's 18-year tenure.
2014
Outdoor space expands by 5,000 sqm. Room to grow!
2015
Oil & Gas crisis forces industry-wide cuts. De Regt restructures to survive.
2016
De Regt Germany closes. Strategic focus returns to Netherlands operations.
2017
Jacob Olie takes over as Managing Director from Claude Pelzer.
2018
New corporate identity launches: DeRegt Cables. Fresh look, same legacy.
2018
Jacob Olie departs. Phil Roscoe interim MD, Daniël Ruiter takes charge December 1st.
2019
Building ownership transfers from Harvest/Orcom to new owner.
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DeRegt's custom cable solutions meet your unique requirements. Whether you need cables for short or long distances, standard or custom designs, our experts are here to help you every step of the way.
- We partner with you to engineer solutions for your exact specifications
- Technical challenges become opportunities through collaborative problem-solving
- Your requirements drive our innovation, together we build what works
