An apparatus for substantially horizontal connection of a conduit to a
subsea structure: A frame connectable to and supportable by the subsea
structure, the frame has a docking device operable to allow a horizontal
connection device, including one of a remotely operated vehicle and a
toolskid, to dock with the frame such that the frame is capable of
bearing at least part of an operational load associated with the
horizontal connection of the conduit to the subsea structure.