Deepwater Operations 2013

The Deepwater Operations Conference and Exhibition is celebrating its 11th anniversary this year. Coming off of record attendance in 2012, the event will continue the tradition of excellence in addressing operational challenges involved in developing deepwater resources. We will return to the Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center on November 5 – 7, 2013 in Galveston, Texas.

Challenges in deepwater production are complex and command our attention to develop solutions that are economical and long-term. The Deepwater Operations Conference and Exhibition provides a unique experience for attendees and exhibitors to share, learn and connect in a forum dedicated to addressing these challenges.

Who attends Deepwater Operations?
By Job Function:
- Field Professional (Superintendent, Foreman, Assistant Foreman, Toolpusher)
- Engineering
- Management (Production Manager, Engineering Manager, Exploration Manager)
- Executive Management (CEO, President, Owner, VP, Managing Director, etc.)
- Purchasing (Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Manager)
- Consulting

By Organizational Type
- Oil & Gas Operator
- Service Company
- Consulting Company Engaged in Projects or Providing Services to Oil and/or Gas Companies
- Supply Company
- Equipment Manufacturing Company
- Marine Support Services
- Subcontractor
- Educational Institution/Government Agency/Research Laboratory
- Seismic Company
- EPC (Engineering/Procurement/Construction) Main Contractor
- Drilling/Drilling Contractor
- Pipeline/Installation Contractor
- Ship/Fabrication Yard

CLICK HERE to view the 2012 post show report.

Stay tuned for more information on the conference and exhibition!

Book your exhibit space now for the best selection of exhibit locations!

CLICK HERE to view the 2013 exhibit hall floor plan.

Deepwater Operations is the industry’s leading platform for information exchange, networking opportunities and new business development. Companies are choosing Deepwater Operations as the industry’s premier platform for connecting with key decision-makers worldwide. Make plans now to participate as an exhibitor and make critical connections in this expanding market!

Why Exhibit?
Exhibiting at Deepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition 2013 will:

• Bring qualified prospects directly to you
• Allow you to meet your market, answer questions and overcome objections
• Further your marketing goals
• Raise your company profile
• Increase brand awareness
• Launch new products and services
• Stay ahead of your competition

Who Attends?
Our visitors are serious decision-makers and include individuals with the following job functions:

• Engineers
• Management personnel
• Field Supervisors 
• Operations Planning Personnel
• Service and Equipment suppliers 
• Consulting Companies

Benefits of Exhibiting:
As an exhibitor, your company receives the following: 

• Complimentary floor passes to distribute to your customers and prospective clients
• One full conference registration for a member of your staff per each 100 sq. ft. of booth space
• Two booth staff personnel passes per each 100 sq. ft. of booth space
• Company and booth listing on the Deepwater Operations website
• 35-word listing in the Deepwater Operations show guide
• Increased visibility with Enhanced Exhibitor Listings on the Deepwater Operations DirectEventConnect Community
• Extensive event advertising in industry-leading magazines including Oil & Gas Journal and Offshore magazines
• Booth backdrop, side dividers and company identification sign

Cost to Exhibit:
Early booking discount! The space rate is US$34.25 per square foot (min. 10’ x 10’) if agreement is received by December 10, 2012. After this date, space rate is US$36.00 per square foot. The space rate for sponsors isUS$32.00 per square foot.

For more information about exhibiting, please contact:

Sara Lowery Ng
United States
Phone: +1 713 963 6277
Cell: +1 713 725 8536
Fax: +1 713 963 6212
Email: saran@pennwell.com

Peter Cantu
United States
Phone: +1 713 963 6213
Cell: +1 713 503 2451
Fax: +1 713 963 6212
Email: peterc@pennwell.com

Tony B. Moyo
Europe, Middle East & Africa
Phone: +44 1992 656 658
Cell: +44 798 522 9324
Email: tonybm@pennwell.com

The 11th annual Deepwater Operations Conference and Exhibition will continue the tradition of excellence in exploring the challenges involved in deepwater production. This conference connects operations staff, engineers and management personnel to innovative ideas, trends and technology in the industry.

The Deepwater Operations Conference allows the free and open exchange of ideas, as proceedings will not be published and press is not allowed to attend the sessions. This format allows for the open and frank exchange of ideas, best practices and lessons learned that impact global deepwater development.

The advisory board will solicit presentations from industry leaders who address trends, issues and developments in deepwater production. attendees can expect to learn and discuss the real-life issues and solutions relevant to deepwater operations today.

Deepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition Attracts Record Number Of Attendees

Houston, Texas, Nov. 16, 2012 – Deepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition celebrated its 10th anniversary in Galveston, Texas at the Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center November 6 – 8, 2012. The event, hosted by Shell, attracted a record number of attendees, exhibitors and sponsors. The first event in 2003 had just 23 exhibitors and four sponsors, compared with 76 exhibitors and 18 sponsors at this year’s event.

“Deepwater Operations Conference and Exhibition proved to be a great way to kick off the Offshore exhibition and conference season, which also includes Subsea Tieback Forum (March 5 to 7, 2013, San Antonio) and Topsides, Platforms & Hulls (February 5-7, 2013, Moody Gardens, Galveston),” said Mark Peters, Vice-President/Group Publisher, Offshore magazine. “The energy demands of the world continue to grow and all expectations are that deepwater will help to supply increasing amounts of this necessary resource.”

CLICK HERE to view the entire press release.

CLICK HERE to view the 2012 post show report.

Press Releases

Deepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition Attracts Record Number Of Attendees

Houston, Texas, Nov. 16, 2012 – Deepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition celebrated its 10th anniversary in Galveston, Texas at the Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center November 6 – 8, 2012. The event, hosted by Shell, attracted a record number of attendees, exhibitors and sponsors. The first event in 2003 had just 23 exhibitors and four sponsors, compared with 76 exhibitors and 18 sponsors at this year’s event.

“Deepwater Operations Conference and Exhibition proved to be a great way to kick off the Offshore exhibition and conference season, which also includes Subsea Tieback Forum (March 5 to 7, 2013, San Antonio) and Topsides, Platforms & Hulls (February 5-7, 2013, Moody Gardens, Galveston),” said Mark Peters, Vice-President/Group Publisher, Offshore magazine. “The energy demands of the world continue to grow and all expectations are that deepwater will help to supply increasing amounts of this necessary resource.”

CLICK HERE to view the press release in its entirety..


Deepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition Seeing Strong Operator Support

Houston, Tex., May 3, 2012 – Deepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition will celebrate its 10th anniversary in Galveston, TX at the Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center November 6 – 8, 2012. A lot has changed in the last ten years. The first event in 2003 had just 23 exhibitors and four sponsors. The 2012 event will attract over 800 attendees and host over 60 exhibitors. Today, with the event more than six months away, we are already seeing strong support from deepwater operators in the Gulf of Mexico. Shell is the 2012 host of Deepwater Operations, as well as the Coffee Break Sponsor. In addition to Shell’s support, other operators supporting Deepwater Operations with sponsorships are Chevron, Gold Sponsor, Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, Silver Sponsor, and Murphy Exploration & Production Co., Networking Breakfast Sponsor.

CLICK HERE to view the press release in its entirety.

Industry Professionals Receive Top Awards at Deepwater Operations Conference

Galveston, Tex., - Nov. 14, 2011 - Two offshore oil and gas industry professionals received top
awards for their technical presentations at the Deepwater Operations Conference &
Exhibition held at the Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center in Galveston recently.
The awards are given for the best presenter and best presentation among all of the speakers at the conference, held November 1 - 3, 2011.

The award for Best Presenter went to Mike Stark, Director, Offshore Pipelines, for Enterprise
Products Partners. His presentation, “Anaconda Pipeline Extension Project,” covered the newly
installed Anaconda Pipeline Extension, providing an overview of the solution and operations
undertaken over 2 ½ years to reestablish and extend the deepwater Anaconda Gas Export System
after hurricane Ike’s damage to shelf platform infrastructure.

The award for Best Presentation went to Tony Owen, of Helix Energy Solutions, for his presentation on “Emerging Technical Developments in Deepwater Operations.” The presentation
discussed the techniques executed in the four major elements of the Helix Producer 1 Project
Development -- subsea, DTS, dynamic positioning, and production systems. It outlined the
constructability and integration features of each and the operational aspects as they apply to a
marginal deepwater field development.

CLICK HERE to view the press release in its entirety.

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