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Exhibitor Prospectus

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ABOUT THE CONFERENCEDuring four dynamic days on the OTC exhibition floor, your company can showcase its products and services to the world’s leading experts and decision-makers in the offshore and oil and gas energy industries.

About OTCThe Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters. OTC is the largest event in the world for the oil and gas industry featuring more than 2,400 exhibitors and up to 90,000 attendees from 120 countries.

Founded in 1969, OTC’s flagship conference is held annually in Houston. OTC has expanded and globally with the Arctic Technology Conference, OTC Brasil, OTC Asia, and d5.

OTC is sponsored by 13 nonprofit organizations in the energy industry, who work cooperatively to develop the technical program. Revenue from OTC directly benefits the membership of these societies.

What Attendees and Exhibitors Think About OTC*• More than seven out of ten attendees rate their

networking experience as “Very Good” or “Excellent.”• Almost eight in 10 attendees rate the exhibition as

“Very Good” or “Excellent.”• Nearly two-thirds of attendees view OTC as a more

valuable event than other conferences attended in the past year

• More than three-fourths of exhibitors said they definitely plan to exhibit in 2016

* Results from OTC 2015 attendee and exhibitor surveys

The World Comes to OTCOTC is considered by many in the global energy industry to be ‘the place’ to hear about global developments and activities.

From CEOs to royalty to U.S. governors and secretaries, the world comes to OTC to make critical decisions and share ideas to meet the world’s energy demands. OTC attracts the biggest names in energy.

The result is the opportunity for companies to develop business relationships and tap into emerging regions that are vital to offshore development. Even those who are new to the marketplace have seen that by participating in OTC, they obtain recognition necessary for their growth and visibility to thousands of industry professionals

Did you know? The art featured on the front cover is a nautilus shell. It’s from a species that has survived and persevered for millions of years. OTC will continue to stand with the industry, our exhibitors and our attendees as we navigate this difficult time. We hope you will stand with us.

GEOGRAPHIC BREAKDOWN**

TOP INTERNATIONAL COUNTRIES (OVER 500 ATTENDEES)

China Nigeria United Kingdom

Mexico Canada Norway

Brazil Netherlands Korea Italy United Arab Emirates

Germany

PRIMARY BUSINESS**

JOB CLASSIFICATION**

Equipment/Supplies25%

Service15%

Other12%

Engineering/Construction20%

Operating Company13%

Consulting Company8%

Contractor3%

Financial2%

Government/Library/Education2%

Manager30%

Other18%

Consultant10%

Executive19%

Staff Engineer/Scientist15%

University Student3%

Supervisor/Foreman2%

Geologist1%

Geophysicist1%

Professor/Academician1%

UNITED STATESATTENDANCE

80%

INTERNATIONALATTENDANCE

20%

**Based on OTC 2015 attendee and exhibitor registration data.

Corporate Advantage ProgramWith an array of unique promotional opportunities before, during and after OTC, we can help you design the perfect program to enhance your company’s OTC experience. The OTC Corporate Advantage Program exposes attendees and businesses to your company and promotes your presence to the offshore community. This program includes a variety of promotional campaigns, sponsorship venues, and high-impact advertising opportunities.

For complete details, please review the included information or contact the OTC Sales Department at +1.972.952.9494.

ADVERTISINGConference Maps

• Drive traffic to your booth• Create massive exposure for your

company • 35,000 fold-out conference maps

distributed to attendees on-site

Conference Program• Approximately 35,000 conference

programs distributed on-site to conference attendees

• Containing detailed information on the technical sessions, special events, and exhibition

• Participants often keep the programs to use as a reference tool

• Full-, half-, and quarter-page ads are available

Conference Program–Belly Band• The first information conference

attendees will see when picking up their program

• An exclusive opportunity to tell OTC attendees where your booth is located and what you have to offer

Conference Program–Exhibitor Listing Banners• Your company’s name, web address,

and booth number on a one-inch color strip down the side of every page of the exhibitor listing in the OTC conference program

• New in 2017 are enhanced exhibitor listings: add more information and logos to your listing to make your company stand out

Conference Program - Full Page Ad with Adhesive Tabs• Attendees can peel off adhesive tabs from

your full page ad to mark pages that are important to them.

• Your logo or message printed on each of 11 tabs and/or the imprint area underneath the tabs.

• You also receive another full page ad on the back side of the page. This ad will be printed by 3M, an industry leader in adhesive products.

OTC Mobile App• Promote your company year-round on the

OTC mobile app • For iPhone, iPad, and Android. • All exhibitors receive the Green Package

at no charge• Enhance your visibility with a Splash ad,

alerts, banner ads, and several other unique opportunities.

OTC Show Daily Newspaper• Exclusive distribution points in

NRG Center, NRG Arena, OTC Parkway and Pavilion, official hotels, and the Hart booth.

• Ensure your message reaches OTC attendees

• Space is limited and sells out quickly!

Web Banner Ads• Available on OTC conference website

before, during, and after the event.• More than 160,000 impressions in April

alone• Attendees will be anticipating your

company’s presence even before the conference.

• Limited locations–reserve your spot today

Exhibit Floor–OTC 2015



OTC Transforms Your SuccessBe a part of the offshore energy industry’s most influential conference. Complete the Online Exhibit Space Agreement and submit it today.

How to ExhibitOnce your company has elected to participate in this prestigious event, follow these three easy steps:

1. Review all exhibit information carefully.2. Select five preferred booth locations. (New companies will

be assigned in NRG Arena and Outdoor OTC Parkway only.)3. Complete and submit the online Exhibit Space

Agreement. A 25% deposit will be due 1 July 2016 to maintain your exhibit space.

Exhibit Space Assignment• OTC conducts space assignments based on the OTC Priority

Number System and then on a first-come, first-served basis.

• New exhibitors may submit an online Exhibit Space Agreement. Exhibit space will be assigned on a first-come, first served, space available basis beginning June 2016.

• Exhibit space is assigned for the 2017 Offshore Technology Conference only.

EXHIBIT AT OTC

Important Dates7 December 2016 Deadline for conference preview advertising insertion orders

14 December 2016 Deadline for conference preview advertising materials

14 December 2016 Deadline for Spotlight on New Technology application

13 January 2017 Deadline for balance due

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NRG Center USD 36 per sq ft

NRG Arena 32 per sq ft

Outdoor Pavilion (<75lbs psf) USD 36 per sq ft

Outdoor Cement (>75 psf) USD 22 per sq ft

Outdoor Asphalt (<75 psf) USD 15 per sq ft

Outdoor Covered - Asphalt (10x10) USD 19 per sq ft

Outdoor Covererd – Cement (10x10) USD 26 per sq ft

Outdoor OTC Parkway4-day Hospitality Lounges

20x20 Hospitality Lounge USD 22,200




Please refer to the online Exhibit Space Agreement and inserted floor plan.

The following exhibit information is for companies that have not exhibited at OTC 2015 or 2016.

Exhibit Floor–OTC 2015



Attention OTC Priority ExhibitorsOTC companies with a priority rank of 1–639 will have the opportunity to participate in the advanced or onsite exhibit space selection process. This process allows you to select and reserve your exhibit space for OTC 2017 before or while at OTC 2016.

Advanced Priority Exhibit Space Selection WHO: Exhibitors with a Priority Rank of 1–350 WHEN: 28 March 2016Exhibitors with a priority rank of 1-350 must submit an Exhibit Space Agreement no later than 18 March 2016 to participate in the advanced exhibit space selection process.

On 28 March 2016, OTC Show Management will begin calling exhibitors, in priority order, to pre-assign those with a priority rank of 1–350. This pre-assignment will help with companies whose

space selection sometimes require redrawing of the floor plan during the selection process.

Please refer to the enclosed preliminary floor plan (subject to change). Once the selection process begins, the OTC 2017 floor plan will be updated in real-time and will be available at 2017.otcnet.org.

On-Site Priority Exhibit Space Selection WHO: Exhibitors with a Priority Rank of 351–639 WHEN: 2–5 May 2016Exhibitors with a priority rank of 351-639 should submit an online Exhibit Space Agreement as soon as possible but no later than 15 April 2016.

Approximately two weeks prior to OTC 2016, the onsite space selection schedule will be posted on the OTC website at 2017.otcnet.org. The schedule will also be distributed to your booth at OTC 2016. Please review the online floor

plan before your appointment and be prepared with alternate selections if your choices are already taken.

Exhibit space selections will take place Monday, 2 May–Tuesday, 3 May in NRG Center, room 200; and Wednesday, 4 May–Thursday, 5 May, in NRG Arena, Stockman’s Club.

Post Show Priority Exhibit Space SelectionWHO: Exhibitors with a Priority Rank of 640 and Higher WHEN: 23 May–17 June 2016Exhibitors with a priority rank of 640 and higher should submit an online Exhibit Space Agreement as soon as possible but not later than 13 May 2016. DO NOT MAKE YOUR SELECTIONS FROM NRG CENTER. Please review the online floor plan before 23 May and be prepared with alternate selections if your choices are already taken.

Space will be assigned in priority order, and then by date of receipt of agreement for exhibitors with the same priority ranking. OTC Management will attempt to contact exhibitors whose selections are not available. If the attempt is unsuccessful, the best available exhibit space will be assigned.

Exhibitor Benefits and Support from OTCPre-Show• Unique promotional and advertising

opportunities to help increase your company’s exposure and return on investment.

• Regular exhibitor newsletter keeping you informed of important deadlines and developments related to the event.

• A comprehensive Exhibitor Services Manual providing the tools you need for a successful exhibiting experience.

• An exceptional guest invite program offering personalized invitations to distribute to your clients and business associates.

• Targeted global marketing campaigns featuring highlights of the exhibition.

• Exhibitor Roundtable for all exhibitors to hear from show management, vendors and trade show experts. At the Roundtable, exhibitors receive updates on discounts and are eligible for valuable prize drawings.

On-Site• Drayage, a complimentary service for

OTC exhibitors which includes delivery of exhibit materials from dock to booth, empty crate storage and return after the event, and delivery of exhibit materials back to dock for carrier. This is a unique benefit of OTC participation.

• Five complimentary exhibitor registrations per 100 square feet of booth space with discounted exhibitor registration rates beyond the complimentary allotment.

• Up to 90,000 attendees, the largest attended offshore event in the world.

• Standard booth equipment: 8-ft.-high draped back wall, 3-ft.-high draped side rails, 7 x 44-in. company ID sign.

• Company listing in the conference program and the exhibition map available to all attendees.

Post-Show• Access to the post-conference audience

survey results and findings.



SPONSORSHIPSCompanies who spend USD 25,000 or more in sponsorships and/or advertising, if confirmed prior to deadlines, are recognized in the website, Preview, Program, Proceedings, and onsite signage. The prior year’s sponsors will have the first opportunity to renew that particular

sponsorship. Should a company not renew, the sponsorship will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. All artwork must be approved by OTC prior to implementation.

OTC Distinguished Achievement Awards Luncheon

• This occasion brings greater recognition to our industry colleagues who have made outstanding achievements to the offshore energy industry

• Raises funds for a worthy cause

• Sponsorships offered at multiple levels

Aisle Signs• Simple and cost-effective

• Broaden your company’s exposure across the exhibit halls

• Hung on every exhibition aisle in NRG Center and NRG Arena

• Purchase a section near your booth, or multiple sections for maximum exposure

Carpet Logos• Attendees do a lot of walking at OTC

• Good way to promote your company

• Can be placed throughout NRG Center and NRG Arena except the main aisle

Cell Phone Charging Stations• Reach attendees while they charge their

mobile devices

• 37" LCD screen and 24 charging tips

• Two advertising components: an LCD screen for slide shows and video, and an exterior vinyl wrap for branding

Coffee Cup Sleeves• Reach a large audience

• Creative way to get your name out

• Thousands stand in line for their coffee

• Keep their hands cool with your logo and messaging

Conference Bags• Promote your company to thousands of

attendees each day of the conference

• Valuable commodity

• Essential resource for the attendee experience

• Distributed at various registration counters to the first 8,000 attendees

Conference Preview• Excellent way to get your message out to a

global audience prior to OTC

• Mailed to approximately 35,000 past attendees and OTC sponsoring organizations’ members in North America

• Sponsor receives a full page ad and their logo on the cover artwork of the mailer

Escalator Runners• OTC activities take place on both levels

of NRG Center, so four sets of escalators provide participants with access to the technical sessions on the second floor

• Your company receives recurring ads every 4 to 6 feet (depending on artwork) for approximately 80 feet of escalator space

Exhibits Entrances • At NRG Center, five entrances

lead attendees from the lobby into the exhibition

• At NRG Arena, two entrances lead attendees from the lobby into the exhibition

• Ideal opportunity to promote your company on and off the exhibit floor

• Provides landmark recognition

• Your company receives three, four-sided column wraps and one 6'x10' lobby banner

Exhibit Locators• Reach attendees as they plan their

way around the OTC exhibits

• The interactive floor plan loads quickly offering a searchable exhibitor database on various criteria with bookmark capability

• Allows attendees to print maps of the booths they have bookmarked ahead of time; print-outs include your logo

Gobos in NRG Center Lobby• Visual, motion-activated displays of

a company’s logo

• Projected on the walls of NRG Center

• Exact locations to be determined

Indoor and Outdoor Banners• Inform attendees where your booth is

located and what you are promoting before they arrive on the exhibit floor

• Various sizes and locations available

• Put your company first in mind as attendees begin their OTC experience

International Mailer• An excellent way to get your message

out to a global audience prior to OTC

• Mailed to 35,000 international past attendees and OTC sponsoring organizations’ members

• Sponsor receives a full page ad and their logo on the cover artwork of the mailer

Internet Stations• Unique area on the first level of NRG Center

that allows conference participants to stay connected while attending OTC

• Your company website is set as the default home page and screensaver

• Exhibiting company provides the screensaver and URL

Lanyards• Put your company’s name around the

necks of thousands of attendees

• OTC coordinates the onsite distribution of lanyards

• Your company receives distribution of 10,000 lanyards with your company logo

Registration• Your company has the opportunity

to have an insert in the badge mailing

• Branding on various registration locations

• Advertising in the program

• Your logo on the registration confirmation emails

Rest and Relaxation Station• Give attendees a welcome rest

• Contain a mobile device charging station that includes your company’s logo, as well as a 10-second commercial on the video screen

The Next Wave Program• The Next Wave program is the perfect

opportunity for your company to make its presence known to future leaders in the energy industry

• Program is designed for E&P professionals under the age of 35 who are looking to expand and grow their role within the industry

• Your company can choose to sponsor The Next Wave luncheon, The Next Wave reception, or become the exclusive sponsor by sponsoring The Next Wave program.

• Show your company’s commitment to the success of the future leaders of the energy industry

Topical Breakfasts and Luncheons• OTC’s topical breakfasts and luncheons

offers top executives from major IOCs, NOCs and independent operators

• Presentations cover a wide variety of management, implementation, research, and technology-related issues

• Select a breakfast or luncheon and reach an average of 200 dedicated professionals within your target market

• Your company will receive your logo displayed on signage, 1 reserved table (seats 10), 40 guest card registrations, company logo tent card displayed at each table, and an area to display your promotional materials

• Many breakfasts and luncheons take place each day of the conference

Wi-Fi• OTC offers its attendees the

opportunity to connect to the internet with their own computers by purchasing daily or hourly Wi-Fi access in the common areas of NRG Park

• Your marketing profile and URL link will be displayed on four web pages while

attendees and other event participants go through the process of setting up and/or using a wireless account in the facility

• When your marketing profile is clicked, your website will open up a window to allow attendees to visit your site and view all content hosted on that server, even if they have not purchased wireless service

ENDLESSINNOVATION2016 Offshore Technology Conference | 2–5 May | NRG Park | Houston, Texas, USA

CONFERENCE PREVIEW SPONSORED BY CHEVRON

P.O. Box 833868Richardson, Texas 75083-3868USA

Schedule at a Glance Schedule as of 20 January 2016

SATURDAY, 30 APRIL–SUNDAY, 1 MAY0700–1500 OTC Training Courses (George R. Brown Convention Center)

MONDAY, 2 MAY0700–1700 Registration 0730–0900 Topical Breakfasts0800–1630 The Next Wave Program0900–1700 University R&D Showcase 0900–1730 Exhibition 0930–1200 Technical Sessions 1215–1345 Topical Luncheons 1330 - 1700 Rice Alliance Start Up Round Up1400–1630 Technical Sessions 1600–1700 Spotlight on New Technology Presentation1600–1800 Networking Event

TUESDAY, 3 MAY0730–1700 Registration0730–0900 Topical/Industry Breakfasts0900–1700 University R&D Showcase0900–1730 Exhibition 0930–1200 Technical Sessions1200–1400 Distinguished Achievement Awards Luncheon1215–1345 Topical Luncheons1400–1630 Technical Sessions1600–1800 Networking Event1905 OTC Night at the Ballpark (Houston Astros game)

WEDNESDAY, 4 MAY0730–1700 Registration0730–0900 Topical/Industry/Ethics Breakfasts0900–1700 University R&D Showcase 0900–1730 Exhibition 0930–1200 Technical Sessions1215–1345 Topical Luncheons1400–1630 Technical Sessions1600–1800 Networking Event

THURSDAY, 5 MAY0730–1400 Registration 0730–0900 Topical/Industry Breakfasts0900–1400 Exhibition0900–1400 University R&D Showcase 0930–1200 Technical Sessions1215–1345 Topical Luncheons1400–1630 Technical Sessions1600–1700 OTC Closing Reception

FRIDAY, 6 MAY0830–1600 d5: The Next Big Thing (University of Houston)

All events in conjunction with OTC 2016 will be held at NRG Park in Houston, Texas, USA, with the exception of the OTC Training Courses, OTC Night at the Ballpark, and d5. For up-to-date information, please visit 2016.otcnet.org.

PLAN NOW TO ATTEND OTC 2016!Visit 2016.otcnet.org

ENDLESSINNOVATIONOffshore Technology Conference

2–5 May 2016 \\ NRG Park \\ Houston, Texas, USA2016.otcnet.org

INTERNATIONAL MAILER SPONSORED BY CHE VRON

Also ask us about coffee breaks in NRG Arena, and coffee table toppers through out NRG Park.

Also available indoors: elevator door and column wraps. Available outdoors: windjammers.



OTC Exhibit Sales Department

222 Palisades Creek DriveRichardson, Texas 75080 USA

10777 Westheimer Road, Suite 1075Houston, Texas 77042 USA

T: +1.972.952.9494F: +1.972.952.9397e: [email protected]

OTC Sales Contacts

Companies A–Fl Companies Fm–O Companies P–Z

Jennifer Palladina Jason Plotkin Kirk Colligan+1.713.457.6827 +1.713.457.6877 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Assistant Director of Sales and Exhibits

Craig W. Moritz

[email protected]

Sponsoring Organizations

®

American Association of Petroleum Geologists

American Institute of Chemical Engineers

American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum

Engineers

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers,

Oceanic Engineering Society

Marine Technology Society Society of Exploration Geophysicists

Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration

The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers

Society of Petroleum Engineers The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society

Supporting Organizations

American Association of Drilling Engineers American Petroleum Institute Association of Energy Service Companies

ASTM International Center for Offshore Safety

Independent Petroleum Association of America

Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology

International Marine Contractors Association

International Society of Automation National Ocean Industries Association

Research Partnership to Secure Energy for America

Regional Sponsoring Organization

Brazilian Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Institute

Endorsing Organizations

International Association of Drilling Contractors

Petroleum Equipment & Services Association

OTC Organizations

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