Most of the newest oil discoveries are found offshore – in ever deeper waters. Current technologies in Top Tensioned Risers, Steel Catenary Risers, Flexibles and Hybrids are approaching their technical limit. Some developments push these limits with current technology, increasing the cost to unprecedented levels. Airborne Composite Tubulars, MCS Advanced Subsea Engineering and OTM Consulting are running a Joint Industry Programme in response to a call for proposal issued by the ITF in Aberdeen, UK. This programme is sponsored by 6 leading oil companies and a leading contractor and has high potential for further industrial support.