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Conference Preview The 2009 Offshore Technology Conference Sakhalin Energy Investment Company for the contributions to the offshore industry.
(OTC) on 4–7 May at Reliant Park, Houston, Sakhalin II Phase 2 Project, which implemented The accomplishments recognised through
Texas is the prime show for offshore complex integrated project facilities in a the OTC awards programme represent
development. Strong exhibitor interest has sold technically challenging and environmentally breakthroughs, innovation and technology
out the interior exhibition space as OTC marks sensitive Arctic environment. OTC will also enhancement by individuals and by companies
its 40th anniversary. present a Heritage Award to Wolfgang E or organisations.
Schollnberger, retired Vice President of
“The strong interest in exhibiting at OTC Technology for BP, for his outstanding service Distinguished
shows that companies see the value of to the industry. Achievement
having a presence at the world’s largest Award for
offshore event to present their technology to For the first time, the US Minerals Management Individuals –
an international audience and to introduce Service (MMS) will present the national SAFE Peter G Noble,
new products. We also expect to have very awards at an OTC luncheon on Thursday 7 May, Naval Architect
good attendance in 2009 because in one recognising outstanding safety and pollution and Marine
place, offshore professionals can see the prevention performance by the offshore oil and Engineer, SNAME
latest advances in offshore technology and gas industry. Fellow, and Chief
learn about the real-world solutions to Naval Architect, ConocoPhillips
technical problems that they can take home The OTC Spotlight on New Technology Awards For his contributions to innovative marine
and apply immediately,” said Don Vardeman, are being presented to companies for innovative vehicle and floating offshore systems design and
OTC 2009 Chairman. technology that is new, innovative, proven and engineering, including liquefied natural gas
of broad interest and has a significant impact. (LNG) vessel design, Arctic engineering and
The 2009 technical conference offers four full The awards ceremony is at 4pm on Monday 4 icebreaker technology, and for his dedication to
days of programming, plus more than 2,500 May in the Rotunda. encouraging and mentoring students and
exhibitors showcasing the latest technology in young professionals.
Reliant Center, Reliant Stadium and a pavilion “OTC has been a successful conference for 40
built on-site, as well as an outdoor exhibition years because the 12 sponsoring societies Distinguished Achievement Award
area, with a total area of more than 557,000 represent every aspect of the offshore industry for Companies, Organisations and
square feet. and are dedicated to making the event Institutions – Sakhalin Energy
relevant and high-quality. OTC is known for Investment Company
“OTC has extended the programme to four full openness in sharing lessons learned from For the Sakhalin II Phase 2 Project, which
days because we have so many critical topics to projects around the world, and for being a implemented complex integrated project
discuss, including several sessions on Arctic great place for making industry contacts. OTC facilities in a technically challenging and
offshore development. We are offering four has been a showcase for both the proven and environmentally sensitive Arctic environment,
general session panels where industry leaders the new, in both the exhibits and the technical and for demonstrating significant achievements
will address important industry issues, sessions. One of the most notable changes in technical excellence, project execution
compared with two in previous years. And we in recent years is the incredible growth in effectiveness and health, safety and
will be celebrating OTC’s 40th anniversary in international attendance and the number environment (HSE) performance.
2009 with special commemorations throughout of international companies represented in the
the event,” said Vardeman. exhibition. In 2008, OTC had exhibiting Heritage Award –
companies from more than 30 countries and Wolfgang E
OTC will present its Distinguished attendees from 127 international countries,” Schollnberger,
Achievement Awards Luncheon on Tuesday 5 said Vardeman. Retired Vice
May. The keynote speaker will be Thierry President,
Pilenko, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer OTC will include more than 300 presentations, Technology, BP
of Technip. Peter G Noble, ConocoPhillips’ including a special focus on Arctic offshore For his outstanding
Chief Naval Architect, will receive the OTC projects. Leading industry experts offer unique humanitarian and
Distinguished Achievement Award for perspectives in panel discussions, three industry community service, as
Individuals for his contributions to innovative breakfast sessions and 10 topical luncheons. well as his service to the industry, through
marine vehicle and floating offshore systems his advocacy of new technology and his
design and engineering. The Distinguished Distinguished Achievement Awards leadership of professional society activities,
Achievement Award for Companies, Each year, OTC recognises individuals and including serving as Chairperson of the OTC
Organisations and Institutions recognises companies that have made outstanding Board of Directors.
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