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7 Alberta to the rescue: Province has intervened to rein in con-

struction costs in the oil sands sector, non-union labor can be used

9 EnCana pulling out: Alaska joins Gulf, UK on the chopping blockas the Calgary independent puts its North Slope properties up for sale

15China grabs oil sands spotlight: Enbridge hopes for formal

contracts with Chinese refiners, Canadian producers by mid-2005

Governor offers help to Agrium

Alaska Gov. Frank Murkowski said he is concerned about the pos-sible closure of the Agrium fertilizer plant on the Kenai Peninsulaand has offered state help in forming a working group to assessthe natural gas supply problem and other options. Alternatives thegovernor expects the group to look at include exploration in theKenai National Wildlife Refuge and the possibility of replacing nat-ural gas generation with coal generation from the Healy CleanCoal facility. See story and sidebar on page A14.

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Trusts: explore or expireExperts predict that Canada’s energy trust sector faces round of consolidationto counter shrinking reserves, production, consensus is exploration needed

By GARY PARKPetroleum News Calgary Correspondent

ommodity prices, interest rates and the value ofthe Canadian dollar could all be factors in thefuture direction for Canada’s energy trusts.

But those unknowns aside, there is a growingconsensus that trusts can no longer simply buy assetsto sustain production at their current combined level ofabout 750,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, theymust also explore.

For those who resist that pressure, consolidationmay be their only option.

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RTP pitched as ‘Holy Grail’for developing heavy oilIvanhoe Energy agrees to take Ensyn Petroleum in $85 million cash, stock deal

By RAY TYSON Petroleum News Houston Correspdent

apid Thermal Processing, RTP, heralded by oneadvocate as the “Holy Grail” of heavy oil devel-opment, was at the center of an otherwise unre-markable merger announced Dec. 13 between

Ivanhoe Energy, a small exploration and productionindependent based in Canada, and RTP patent holderEnsyn Group of Boston, Mass.

RTP supporters say the technology, alreadyemployed by Ensyn to convert wood residues into liq-

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A step closerArmstrong files plan, permits for first North Slope production by independent

By KAY CASHMANPetroleum News Publisher & Managing Editor

key member of Armstrong Alaska’s team was inAnchorage in mid-December filing a plan ofproduction operations

with the state for what will like-ly be the North Slope’s firstfield to be produced by an inde-pendent oil company.

Stu Gustafson, Armstrong’svice president of operations,and Bob Britch, an Anchorage-based consultant who worksclosely on permitting with Armstrong, have submittedboth a plan of operations and all the necessary state,federal and borough permits associated with produc-

ing the company’s Two Bits prospect, which is just offthe western edge of the ConocoPhillips-operatedKuparuk River unit.

If this winter’s confirmation drilling is successfulat Two Bits, Armstrong antici-pates beginning production bylate 2005 from its own stand-alone facilities. Initial produc-tion is expected to be approxi-mately 15,000 barrels per day.According to the plan of opera-tions, as many as 20 wells mayeventually be drilled as part ofthe proposed development.

“We’ll drill two exploratorywells over this winter. It’s two prospects,” Gustafsontold the Alaska Support Industry Alliance this past

Bonavista ventures intoNE British Columbia

Natural gas assets in northeastern BritishColumbia have lured Bonavista Energy Trust tomake its largest acquisition yet — a C$414 mil-lion deal that will fatten its proved and probablereserves by 37 percent.

The properties, concentrated within a 60 mileradius northwest of Fort St. John, currently pro-duce 44 million cubic feet per day of natural gas

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Ensyn’s 1,000-barrel per day RTP commercial demon-stration plant, located in the Belridge heavy oil fieldnear Bakersfield, Calif

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Anadarko challenges proposedTAPS tariff hike, existing rate

Anadarko Petroleum filed a protest with the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission Dec. 16 challenging the 2005 tariffincreases proposed by the five owners of the trans-Alaska oilpipeline system. The company also filed a complaint with FERCprotesting the existing tariffs, calling them unjust and unreason-able.

Anadarko asked the commission to “suspend the 2005 tariffs,declare those rates subject to refund, initiate hearing procedures,establish just and reasonable TAPS rates … and grant Anadarkorefunds, reparation, damages (with interest) and other appropriaterelief, including attorney fees.”

This will be the first time FERC has been asked to review thereasonableness of the tariff on North Slope oil being shipped

First Calgary can’tget no respect;Sempra working onAlaska LNG project

FIRST CALGARY PETROLEUMSannounced a natural gas find in Algeriaon Dec. 8 and got shunted to the insidepages of Canada’s business sections.

The same day Shell Canadaannounced a gas discovery in west-cen-tral Alberta and, in the words of one Canadian newspapercolumnist, it was “as if the company had found an image ofJesus on a rock structure 5,000 meters below the surface.”

First Calgary, once a penny stock and now trading at overC$18 a share, said the flow rate from its well in Algeria was

see ANADARKO page A19

see INSIDER page A19

A2 PETROLEUM NEWS • WEEK OF DECEMBER 19, 2004RIG REPORT

Rig Owner/Rig Type Rig No. Rig Location/Activity Operator or Status

Alaska Rig StatusNorth Slope - Onshore

Doyon DrillingDreco 1250 UE 14 (SCR/TD) Kuparuk H-Pad IH-05a ConocoPhillipsSky Top Brewster NE-12 15 (SCR/TD) Deadhorse yard, expected start 2005 ConocoPhillipsDreco 1000 UE 16 (SCR) S-pad. S-213 multilateral BPDreco D2000 UEBD 19 (SCR/TD) Alpine, drilling CD1-20 ConocoPhillipsOIME 2000 141 (SCR/TD) Infield Kuparuk, drilling 1E-102

multilateral ConocoPhillips

Nabors Alaska DrillingTrans-ocean rig CDR-1 (CT) Stacked, Prudhoe Bay AvailableDreco 1000 UE 2-ES (SCR) Prudhoe Bay, Y-03A BPMid-Continent U36A 3-S Stacked, Deadhorse AvailableOilwell 700 E 4-ES (SCR) Milne Point, MPC-01 BPDreco 1000 UE 7-ES (SCR/TD) Prudhoe Bay, Z-31 BPDreco 1000 UE 9-ES (SCR/TD) Prudhoe Bay, L-02 BPOilwell 2000 Hercules 14-E (SCR) Stacked, Deadhorse AvailableOilwell 2000 Hercules 16-E (SCR/TD) Stacked, Prudhoe Bay AvailableOilwell 2000 17-E (SCR/TD) Stacked, Point McIntyre AvailableEmsco Electro-hoist -2 18-E (SCR) Stacked, Deadhorse AvailableOIME 1000 19-E (SCR) Stacked, Deadhorse AvailableEmsco Electro-hoist Varco TDS3 22-E (SCR/TD) Stacked, Milne Point AvailableEmsco Electro-hoist 28-E (SCR) Stacked, Deadhorse AvailableOIME 2000 245-E Stacked, Kuparuk Available

Nordic Calista ServicesSuperior 700 UE 1 (SCR/CTD) Kuparuk, Drillsite 11, Well 6 BPSuperior 700 UE 2 (SCR/CTD) Lisburne, L-5-17 BPIdeco 900 3 (SCR/TD) Kuparuk, stacked at 1-Q ConocoPhillips

North Slope - OffshoreNabors Alaska DrillingOilwell 2000 33-E (SCR/TD) Stacked, NorthStar BPEmsco Electro-hoist Canrig 1050E 27-E (SCR/TD) Stacked at 12-acre pad Kerr-McGee

Cook Inlet Basin – OnshoreAurora Well ServiceFranks 300 Srs. Explorer III AWS 1 Stacked in Nikiski Available

Pioneer (Evergreen)Wilson Super 38 96-19 Stacked in Wasilla yard Pioneer (Evergreen)

Inlet Drilling Alaska/Cooper ConstructionKremco 750 CC-1 Stacked, Kenai Available

Kuukpik 5 Moving to Osprey for workover Forest Oil

Marathon Oil Co.(Inlet Drilling Alaska labor contractor)Taylor Glacier 1 Working on Susan Dionne #4 Marathon

Nabors Alaska DrillingRigmasters 850 129 Three Mile Creek #1, west of Beluga AuroraNational 110 UE 160 (SCR) Stacked, Kenai AvailableContinental Emsco E3000 273 Stacked, Kenai Available

51 Steelhead platform, done 12-1-03 UnocalFranks 26 Swanson River, Well 312-09 UnocalIDECO 2100 E 429E (SCR) Stacked, removed from Osprey platform Available

Water Resources InternationalIdeco H-35 KD Drilling Beluga 1 well Pelican Hill

Cook Inlet Basin – Offshore

Cudd Pressure Control 340K Stacked Available

Unocal (Nabors Alaska Drilling labor contractor)Not Available

XTO Energy (Inlet Drilling Alaska labor contract)National 1320 A Preparing to run slotted liner,

will move to C41-26LN XTONational 110 C (TD) Drilling well C22A-26LN XTO

Mackenzie Rig StatusMackenzie Delta-Onshore

AKITA EqutakDreco 1250 UE 62 (SCR/TD) Unloading barges and moving rig to Burnt Lake EnCanaDreco 1250 UE 63 (SCR/TD) Rigging up Oliver H-1 Chevron TexacoNational 370 64 Stacked, Inuvik, NT EnCana

Central Mackenzie ValleyAKITA/SAHTUOilwell 500 51 Stacked, Fort Good Hope, NT Apache Canada

Nabors Canada62 Racked Available

Yukon Territories Rig StatusYukon

AKITA/KaskaNational 80UE 58 Kotaneelee, drilling L-38 Devon Canada

Alaska - Mackenzie Rig ReportThe Alaska - Mackenzie Rig Report as of December 16, 2004.

Active drilling companies only listed.

TD = rigs equipped with top drive units WO = workover operations CT = coiled tubing operation SCR = electric rig

This rig report was prepared by Wadeen Hepworth

Baker Hughes North America rotary rig counts*

December 10 December 3 Year AgoUS 1,250 1,245 1,109Canada 500 459 485Gulf 101 98 101

Highest/LowestUS/Highest 4530 December 1981US/Lowest 488 April 1999Canada/Highest 558 January 2000Canada/Lowest 29 April 1992

*Issued by Baker Hughes since 1944

The Alaska - Mackenzie Rig Report is sponsored by:

Rig start-ups expected in next 6 monthsRig Owner/No. Rig Location/Activity Operator

Akita Equtak62 Umiak No. 5 camp and construction

equipment are on barges at staging siteat Mason Bay. EnCana

Akita Equtak63 West Ellice rig camp and construction

equipment are on barges at staging siteat Ellice Island. Chevron Canada

Akita/Sahtu Drilling51 Will be drilling in the Colville Lake area Apache Canada

Akita/Sahtu Drilling40 Will be drilling in the Summit Creek

area, west of Tulita NT. Northrock Resources

64 Will move in early February to completeUmiak N-16 well drilled last winter EnCana

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ALASKAAurora plans first Kenai Peninsula wells

Aurora Gas LLC, which has been drilling exclusively on the west side of CookInlet, is now adding Kenai Peninsula prospects to its drilling schedule.

The company has filed for an oil discharge prevention and contingency planwith the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation for wells to be drilledduring the 2004-05 winter season on both sides of the inlet.

Aurora has four prospect locations on the west side of Cook Inlet ranging fromfour to 10 miles west-northwest of Tyonek.

There are two prospect locations on the east or Kenai Peninsula side of theinlet, approximately 15 miles from the city of Kenai near Forest Lake.

And there is one prospect location on the east or Kenai Peninsula side approx-imately three miles east of Anchor Point and 15 miles northwest of Homer.

USGS estimates 5.5 tcf of gas, 173 millionbarrels of oil in Yukon Flats region

The U.S. Geological Survey said today that it has completed a new assessmentof undiscovered oil and gas resources in the Yukon Flats region of east-centralAlaska, and estimates 5.5 trillion cubic feet of undiscovered, but technicallyrecoverable, natural gas, 173 million barrels of undiscovered, but technicallyrecoverable, oil, and 127 million barrels of natural gas liquids in conventionalaccumulations.

Technically recoverable resources are the amount that may be recovered usingcurrent technology.

Yukon Flats, some 100 miles northeast of Fairbanks and east of the trans-Alaska pipeline, is some 13,500 square miles in which the major landowners arethe federal government, the state of Alaska and Native corporations and villages.

The USGS said its assessment is based on available geological, geophysical

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Cheniere gets FERC approval for Sabine Pass LNG terminalDecision closely followed ChevronTexaco finalizing Sabine Pass capacity agreement

By ALLEN BAKERPetroleum News Contributing Writer

heniere Energy Inc. got good news ontwo fronts as the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission gave itsapproval to the Sabine Pass LNG ter-

minal and ChevronTexaco’s global gas sub-sidiary approved a 20-year contract for liq-uefaction capacity there.

FERC approval came Dec. 15, just acouple days after ChevronTexaco finalizedits agreement for Sabine Pass capacity. TheLouisiana terminal, with a capacity of 2.6billion cubic feet daily, is the largest FERC

has ever approved. Construction is expectedto begin early next year, with first ship-ments in 2008.

With major commitments from Total aswell as ChevronTexaco, tiny Cheniereappears to be on pretty firm ground. TheDec. 13 deal calls for Cheniere to regasify700 million cubic feet daily for the SanRamon, Calif., energy giant, which willprovide the LNG and then buy it back afterit’s put into the pipeline system. Options inthe contract allow adjustments up or downin that total, to as little as 500 million cubicfeet or as much as a billion.

Cheniere stockholders got a jolt less thana week earlier as ChevronTexacoannounced it would not take an equity inter-est in the terminal. That was part of the pre-liminary agreement in November betweenthe two companies.

The announcement on the equity dealfalling through was twinned with theissuance Dec. 9 of 5 million new Cheniereshares at $60 each. The stock dove below

$50 for a period before recovering. It wastrading around $63 a share on Dec. 15,when the FERC approval came.

Just how the equity deal fell through isn’tclear, but there were rumors thatChevronTexaco wanted a bigger chunk thanHouston-based Cheniere was willing toyield, especially with the additional $300million from the new stock issuance. Butthe capacity deal wasn’t torpedoed, as itturned out.

Cheniere recently announced a secondterminal project about 20 miles from SabinePass. Both will cost about $750 million,both are in sparsely-populated CameronParish, just across the border from PortArthur, Texas, and both are 100 percentCheniere owned. Cheniere also has interestsin Texas terminal projects near CorpusChristi and Freeport. The Freeport terminalgot FERC approval in June, and the CorpusChristi terminal got a favorable draft envi-ronmental statement from the agency inNovember. ●

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and geochemical evidence, “includingnew information obtained by recentUSGS field and laboratory studies.

“This work found strong evidence forthe existence of potential source rocks

and reservoirs of oil and gas in YukonFlats,” the agency said. The USGS saidthe one exploration well drilled in thearea found small quantities of natural gas,but no petroleum production has occurredfrom the Yukon Flats region.

Editor’s note: See story in Dec. 26issue of Petroleum News.

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ALASKABen Stevens takesanother hot seat

As if balancing Alaska’s strainedfinances wasn’t enough, Alaska Senatemajority leader Ben Stevens has joinedthe board of Semco Energy Inc., parentof Enstar in Alaska and a similar gas dis-tribution business in Michigan. He’sbeen on an Enstar advisory panel since2001.Semco has been skating danger-ously close to bankruptcy after buyingseveral construction companies that didunderground utility work. But thosecompanies didn’t win enough contractsto be profitable and Semco later sold theconstruction businesses, suffering a lossof roughly $50 million.

It had to eliminate its dividend andmay have to find additional equity tostay afloat, further diluting the interestsof current stockholders who are alreadysaddled with half a billion in debt and alawsuit over sale of part of Enstar’spipeline network. Management has beenchanged since most of the disasters.Stevens is replacing John Hinton, theformer company chairman who left theboard in October.

ALASKAGovernor: producers submit unifiedresponse to state’s pipeline equity offer

Alaska Gov. Frank Murkowski said Dec. 16 that the North Slope producers’ grouphas responded to the state’s proposal to take an equity interest in the Alaska gas pipeline.

“Yesterday, Santa Claus came early,” the governor said. In October, the governor said, the state put a major proposal before the North Slope

producers for the state to take an equity position in a gas pipeline project “in return fora trade of the severance and royalties, and on Dec. 15 … the producers came back witha comprehensive joint response to the state’s proposal.”

This response, he said, “represents a unified position of all the three producers.”What the state received is a “comprehensive proposal” to the state from BP,ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil.

“I want to make it very, very clear to the people of Alaska that for the first time ever,ever, ever … the producers have made a proposal to build a natural gas pipeline. …What we have here, in my opinion, is very significant, because it’s the first time we’veever had a specific submission to build this project and clearly it comes from those whohold the gas leases.”

With other proposals, he said, there is always the issue of getting the gas. “We finally have a concrete proposal,” the governor said, “from producers that hold

the gas leases...” The governor said the state will now negotiate the Dec. 15 proposalwith the producers. Once agreement is reached, a final proposal will go to theLegislature for approval. The state is also negotiating with TransCanada under thestranded gas act, the governor said, “and we intend to proceed with that.”

The state will also, he said, proceed with discussions it is having outside the strand-ed gas act with the Alaska Gasline Port Authority, Sempra, Calpine, the Alaska NaturalGas Development Authority and MidAmerican.

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ConocoPhillips OKs$6.9 billion 2005capex budgetCapital and exploration spending in Canada will be up$300 million; Alaska North Slope increase is $100 million

By KAY CASHMANPetroleum News Publisher & Managing Editor

onocoPhillips board of directors saidDec. 10 that it has approved 2005 cashcapital expenditures of approximately$6.9 billion. This total excludes

approximately $300 million in capitalizedinterest and $200 mil-lion in minority inter-est.

“Two-thirds of our2005 capital programis focused on payoutprojects, those thatwill build on ourstrengths and advan-taged positions in cer-tain areas of the worldto even furtherimprove returns to ourshareholders,” said Jim Mulva, chairmanand chief executive officer.

75% of capex to E&P projects, midstream

The company will allocate approximate-ly 75 percent of its 2005 capital budget to itsexploration and production and midstreamsegments. Refining and marketing willreceive about 22 percent of the budget. Theremaining budget will be allocated toemerging businesses and corporate.

E&P’s 2005 capital budget is approxi-mately $5.1 billion, excluding capitalizedinterest and minority interest related to theBayu-Undan project in the Timor Sea.Approximately $500 million budgeted forworldwide exploration activities is includedin the regional totals that follow.

Approximately $1.4 billion of the E&Pbudget is allocated toward projects in theNorth Sea and West Africa.

ConocoPhillips said E&P anticipatesspending approximately $900 million in thedevelopment of projects in the Asia Pacificregion. The majority of these funds will gotoward continued development of the Bayu-Undan project in the Timor Sea, oil and gasreserves in the offshore Block B and

onshore South Sumatra blocks in Indonesia,and the second phase of Bohai Bay in China.

The company has allocated roughly $900million of the E&P budget to developmentsin the U.S. Lower 48 and Latin America. Thefocus in these areas will be on ongoingdevelopment programs in Lobo and SanJuan in the Lower 48, as well as the devel-opment of the offshore Corocoro field andthe Plataforma Deltana project, both inVenezuela.

Alpine satellites not sanctioned — yetThe company intends to spend approxi-

mately $700 million of the E&P budget forits Alaska operations – up $100 million from2004. (A total of $1.6 billion will be spent inAlaska in 2005, including $900 million inoperations.)

Alaska E&P projects include the devel-opment of the Alpine satellites and the WestSak heavy oil field, but ConocoPhillipsAlaska spokeswoman Dawn Patience toldPetroleum News Dec. 10 that the companyis still reviewing the U.S. Army Corps ofEngineers record of decision on the Alpinesatellites received Dec. 6 and will not besanctioning satellite work until that review iscomplete. She also said ConocoPhillips willbe drilling four exploration wells on theNorth Slope this winter – two wildcat wellsand two appraisal wells.

Focus on western Canada, MackenzieIn Canada, E&P capital expenditures are

expected to be about $700 million – up $300million from 2004 – “with a focus on ongo-ing development programs in WesternCanada, Syncrude expansion, Surmontheavy oil development, and continued workon the Mackenzie Delta gas pipeline,” thecompany said. ConocoPhillips allocatedroughly $400 million for projects in theRussia and Caspian region, primarily forcontinued development of the Kashaganfield in the Caspian Sea and for the Timan-Pechora joint venture in northern Russia.

E&P estimates it will spend approxi-mately $100 million in the Middle East andNorth Africa. ●

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Soaring loonie trims Canadian economySales of Alberta oil and natural gas in the United States could be worth more

than C$45 billion this year.But the net return to the Alberta government treasury could be C$800 million

less than it would have been two years ago. It’s all because the Canadian dollar (known as the loonie because of the bird

depicted on one side of the $1 coin) has taken flight at the same time the U.S.greenback has gone into a precipitous dive.

Regardless of a recent strengthening in the U.S. currency, the more robustCanadian dollar — once disparagingly referred to as the Northern Peso — is like-ly to shrink Alberta’s budget surplus for 2003-04 to C$4.1 billion from whatwould have been close to C$5 billion two years earlier.

For every cent the loonie gains, Alberta’s finances take a C$118 million hitbecause of the impact on resource exports, said a spokesman for Alberta Finance.

However, a spokesman for Premier Ralph Klein said the province can do noth-ing but take the currency shifts into account in making budget projections. Therise in the loonie is also taking a bite out of Canada’s job market.

With Canada’s manufactured exports now more expensive in the United States,the sector has lost 52,000 jobs since July, with more than 25,000 full-time jobs cutacross the entire economy in November, pushing national unemployment to 7.1percent.

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Louisiana: No share, no drilling licensesLouisiana Gov. Kathleen Babineaux Blanco, a Democrat who took office in January,

plans to ask the federal government to share the $5 billion-plus it gets annually from oiland gas companies operating in the Gulf of Mexico with the adjacent gulf states.According to a recent report in the Los Angeles Times, the state would use the money tohelp fuel programs that could rescue the disappearing Louisiana coast.

Blanco’s campaign – the first of several from the state of Louisiana over the years —would likely send more than half a billion dollars each year to gulf states.

If Blanco’s proposal falls on deaf ears in Washington — she hopes to discuss it withPresident Bush in February — her aides told the Times the state is prepared to beginrejecting new requests for drilling licenses and go as far as suing the federal government.

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SOUTHCENTRAL ALASKAState releases coalbed methaneenforceable standards

The state of Alaska has released its enforceable standards forcoalbed methane development on state-owned acreage in theMatanuska-Susitna Borough.

“When these standards are viewed in conjunction with HB 531,passed by the Legislature last session, the state of Alaska has put inplace a comprehensive set of measures to keep the quality of lifeenjoyed by the residents of the Mat-Su Borough, while allowing forreasonable exploration and possible development of coalbedmethane resources,” Commissioner of Natural Resources Tom Irwinsaid Dec. 13.

Irwin said the measures “will protect residents’drinking water, sig-nificantly reduce any potential noise impacts, require careful planningfor any new roads or pipelines and maintain real property values.”

The department has also released responses to comments on thepublic review draft.

Both documents can be viewed at www.dog.dnr.state.ak.us/oil.—PETROLEUM NEWS

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Oil sands costs: Albertagovernment to the rescueProvince invokes rarely used labor code section to open way to ‘blanket’contract in oil sands; non-union labor can be used, unions uneasy

By GARY PARK Petroleum News Calgary Correspondent

he Alberta government has intervened to rein ingalloping construction costs in the oil sands sec-tor.

For only the fourth time since changes to theAlberta labor relations code almost 30 years ago, thegovernment has granted special status to a majorindustrial project.

The designation will allow Canadian NaturalResources (known by its stock symbol CNQ) to nego-tiate an agreement with one union that would apply toall trades involved in the C$10.5 billion Horizon proj-ect.

Human Resources Minister Mike Cardinal toldreporters the cabinet order is justified because of theconstruction jobs and economic benefits Horizon willgenerate.

The project, which has yet to receive final approvalfrom the CNQ board, is expected to have a peak work-force of 6,500 in 2006 and 2007 and hire 2,500 full-time employees once the bitumen mine and upgradingfacilities are operating.

Horizon is targeting eventual output of 232,000barrels per day.

A spokeswoman for Cardinal said the blanket laboragreement is intended to last for the duration of theproject, through 2012.

Non-union labor will be used CNQ said the designation will allow it to use non-

union labor on the project, although it does not expectthe provision will actually lower labor costs.

Real Doucet, CNQ’s senior vice president, oilsands, said the objective is to “bring stability and long-term forward planning to the process.

“It also ensures we can forecast what happens. Weare not interested in doing constant negotiations foreach contract,” he told the Calgary Herald.

Doucet said that making sure “everybody works

under the same kinds of conditions” will give CNQaccess to all workers.

CNQ has indicated it might seek federal permis-sion to import foreign workers, flying them to a land-ing strip capable of handling Boeing 737s near theHorizon site.

But Doucet denied rumors that foreign workers arealready being recruited.

Labor demand exceeds what area can provide Mike Glennon, executive director of the Athabasca

Regional Issues Working Group, said oil sands devel-opers have little choice but to look far beyond Albertafor the skilled labor needed.

“With so many massive projects under construc-tion concurrently, the demand is going to far outstripwhat this area can provide,” he said.

If the C$7 billion Mackenzie Gas Project movesforward that will add to pressures on the labor marketand is likely to result in similar project designations.

CNQ has already had a taste of the soaring coststhat have bedeviled other oil sands ventures. Risingsteel prices have seen original estimates climb byC$2.1 billion.

An Alberta Federation of Labor spokesman saidthere would be no objection if the master agreementwas signed with a responsible union.

That mood would change if the sole purpose wasto sign “sweetheart deals with contractors who agree

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An Alberta Federation of Laborspokesman said there would be no

objection if the master agreement wassigned with a responsible union. Thatmood would change if the sole purpose

was to sign “sweetheart deals withcontractors who agree never to strike and

things like that,” he said.

Part of governor’s roads plan willserve gasline construction needs

Among Anchorage-area road projects proposed by AlaskaGov. Frank Murkowski Dec. 14 are two that would benefit a pro-posed natural gas pipeline project.

The governor said in a statement that “by investing in projectsin east Anchorage that clear up the signif-icant traffic congestion problems we havethere, we can also create a major truckroute through Anchorage that will serveconstruction of the natural gas pipeline.”

The Dowling Road east extension,pegged at $19 million, would create atruck bypass route that supports the gaspipeline construction. The projectincludes reconstructing 2,100 feet ofDowling Road between Lake Otis Parkwayand Norm Street to five lanes and a 3,200-foot extension of Dowling to the new Abbott Loop Road (BragawStreet); this portion would be four lanes.

On the other side of Anchorage, the $30 million proposed forconstruction of the Glenn Highway-Bragaw Street interchangewould “resolve one of the most severe traffic bottlenecks inSouthcentral,” the state said. This is a major truck route betweenthe Port of Anchorage and points north and east, and “will also

Alaska Gov. FrankMurkowski

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wners of the trans-Alaska oilpipeline system are seeking sub-stantially higher tariffs for crudebeing shipped outside the state in

2005, according to recent regulatory fil-ings.

In documents filed Dec. 1 with theFederal Energy Regulatory Commission,the TAPS owners will ask shippers to payup to 28 percent higher interstate trans-portation rates in 2005 for oil moved onthe 800-mile trans-Alaska oil pipeline.

Unlike most oil pipelines, which basetheir tariffs on the producer price index,TAPS charges shipping rates calculatedusing a cost-based model approved by theowners, the state of Alaska and FERC ina 1985 settlement.

Each of the five owners will seek high-er tariffs in 2005, ranging from $3.52 to$3.98 per barrel. The new transportationrates will apply to all crude types shippeddestinations outside the state from theNorth Slope, according to filings madewith FERC by the five owner companies.

BP Pipelines (Alaska) Inc., whichowns slightly more than a 50 percentinterest in TAPS, is asking $3.86 per bar-rel, up 28 percent from $3.01 per barrelthis year.

“The new rate was reached under the(TAPS Settlement Methodology) formu-la, which takes into consideration operat-ing costs, depreciation, taxes and othercomponents,” BP spokesman DarenBeaudo told Petroleum News Dec. 9.

ConocoPhillips Transportation AlaskaInc., which holds more than a 26 percentstake in TAPS, will ask $3.52 per barrel,up nearly 9 percent from $3.23 per barrelin 2004. ExxonMobil Pipeline Co., whichowns the third-largest share of TAPS, willseek $3.60, up 17.6 percent from $3.06,while minority owner Koch AlaskaPipeline Co. LLC wants $3.97 per barrel,or 7 percent more than the $3.71 per bar-rel that Williams Alaska sought in 2004for the 3 percent interest in TAPS that itlater sold to Koch. Unocal Pipeline Co.,another minority owner, aims to charge$3.98 per barrel for 2005, compared withthe $3.55- per-barrel tariff it sought forthis year.

Assistant Attorney General WilsonCondon told Petroleum News that Alaskahas until Dec. 16 to protest the tariffhikes. Condon supervises the oil, gas andmining section of the Alaska Departmentof Law.

The state of Alaska has filed protestsof some aspects of TAPS tariffs in thepast, but is precluded from protestingother aspects of the shipping rates underprovisions of the earlier TAPS settlement,Condon added. ●

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never to strike and things like that,” he said.Given that increase before construction

has even started, a spokesman for theAlberta Building Trades Council said hisorganization understands CNQ’s businesscase and the need to contain costs.

But he said the council is concerned thecompany “now has the means to sign a low-ball, blanket deal that would impact all theconstruction trades. We hope that is not theirintention.”

Nexen discloses cost increase On the same day the special status for

Horizon was announced, OPTI Canada andNexen disclosed a C$98 million increase incosts for their 50-50 Long Lake oil sandsproject, although the hike will add less than3 percent to the C$3.4 billion budget.

OPTI President Sid Dykstra said the

extra money is needed to cover the cost ofdrilling additional wells to ensure LongLake can sustain production at 72,000 bpdwhen it comes on stream in mid-2007.

He said the drilling would eventuallyhave been needed, but the partners decidedto swallow the cost now to provide insuranceagainst output losses.

OPTI, which is 35 percent owned byIsraeli power technology company OrmatIndustries, warned there will “continue to bepressure on labor costs and availability ofskilled labor which will be monitored close-ly as field construction ramps up in 2005.”

Long Lake plans to expand to about140,000 bpd, although no timetable has beenset. ●

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market and is likely to result insimilar project designations.

serve in the ramp-up for construction ofthe natural gas pipeline.”

The Glenn Highway would be builtwith six lanes at a lower elevation thantoday and Bragaw Street would bridgeover the highway. This intersection work

is a high priority for federal statewidetransportation improvement programfunds, but recent shortage of federalfunds has delayed the project. “The use ofstate funds would shorten the develop-ment timeline and accelerate the con-struction date such that the project isready for the gas pipeline,” the state said.

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TAPS owners seek higher tariffs for 2005

OUnlike most oil pipelines, whichbase their tariffs on the producer

price index, TAPS chargesshipping rates calculated using acost-based model approved by theowners, the state of Alaska and

FERC in a 1985 settlement.

State protests pipeline price hike The state of Alaska has filed a protest with FERC against the 2005 rate increases

proposed by the five owners of the trans-Alaska oil pipeline system, calling the increas-es excessive.

According to a Dec. 16 story in the Anchorage Daily News, state officials say theydisagree with the proposed rates before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commissionbecause of the big difference in the rates for shipping oil for use within the state versusoil that is destined for the Lower 48 via tankers. State officials say this constitutes “dis-crimination” forbidden under both a 1985 TAPS rate settlement between the state andthe pipeline owners, as well as under federal interstate commerce law.

Currently the tariff for oil being purchased for in-state use (for example, by refiner-ies at Valdez) is about $1.96 per barrel as compared to $3.01 per barrel for oil headedoutside the state. The largest hike being proposed from TAPS owners is the 28 percenthike BP has requested which would take the out-of-state rate from $3.01 to $3.86 perbarrel.

The main reason for the significant difference between the current out-of-state tar-iff set by FERC and the in-state tariff set by the Regulatory Commission of Alaska isthe 1985 TAPS rate settlement agreement that governs how tariffs are determined. Thatsettlement was set aside by RCA following a successful protest by shippers. Those ship-pers are currently battling TAPS owners in Alaska Superior Court.

State: high tariff could discourage explorationBut Alaska Attorney General Gregg Renkes told the Anchorage Daily News Dec.

15 that the state is also concerned about the impact the higher rates will have on staterevenues. According to the Renkes’ office, each extra dollar in pipeline transportationcosts means about $60 million less in annual oil revenue for the state.

Renkes is also concerned that higher pipeline tariffs will discourage oil companiesthat don’t own a share of the pipeline from exploring for new oil on the North Slope.

Tariff negotiations failedThe state and the pipeline owners have been trying to negotiate a new pipeline rate

agreement to either replace or succeed the 1985 settlement.“Unfortunately, we were not able to do that,” Renkes said. “We worked hard, no

one’s really at fault, but it’s a very difficult subject.”BP and Conoco, which together own about 75 percent of the pipeline, told the

Anchorage Daily News that the out-of-state shipping rates they are proposing for nextyear are fair and proper.

Conoco spokeswoman Dawn Patience said her company’s proposed tariff reflects,in part, a lower than expected flow of oil down the pipeline recently, raising costs perbarrel shipped.

BP spokesman Daren Beaudo said some years his company’s tariff has dropped, notrisen. He said next year’s proposed tariff was calculated precisely under the 1985 agree-ment to cover the company’s pipeline operating costs plus provide a profit.

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GULF OF MEXICOSequoia dry hole casts doubton Unocal’s Mirage prospect

Unocal said its Sequoia exploration well, designed to test thedeeper intervals of the company’s 1999 Mirage discovery in the Gulfof Mexico came up dry and that means the prospect is likely notcommercial.

“The development of the Mirage discovery is now unlikely giventhe results of the Sequoia well,” Unocal said Dec. 15.

Located on Mississippi Canyon block 941, Sequoia was drilled toa total depth of 29,100 feet. The Mirage drilling program included aninitial well drilled to 16,600 feet and a sidetrack that reached a depthof 22,400 feet.

“Unocal had hoped that a successful test of the deeper intervalswith the Sequoia well would lead to development, but the hydrocar-bons encountered in the deeper interval were deemed to be noncom-mercial,” the company said.

Unocal said it expects to take a $29 million pre-tax write-down inthe 2004 fourth quarter to cover its share of costs associated with theSequoia well and the earlier Mirage exploration well.

Unocal estimated that its total fourth quarter dry hole expensewill be between $75 million and $85 million versus $50 million to$75 million announced in October.

Unocal operated the well. Other working interest holders includeTotal E&P USA, Marathon Oil and Spinnaker Exploration.

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NORTH AMERICANorth American rig countjumps by 46 to 1,750

The number of rotary rigs operating in North America duringthe week ending Dec. 10 stood at 1,750, an increase of 46 rigscompared to the previous week and an increase of 156 rigs vs. thesame period last year, according to rig monitor Baker Hughes.

Canada accounted for most of the increase in rigs during therecent week, rising by 41 rigs from the prior week to total 500.Canada’s rig count also was up by 15 compared to the year-agoperiod.

The number of rigs operating in the United States during therecent week increased by five to 1,250 compared to the previousweek and increased by 141 compared to the same period lastyear. Compared to the previous week alone, offshore rigsincreased by three to 108, while land rigs increased by one to1,122 and inland water rigs increased by one to 20.

Of the total number of rigs operating in the United States dur-ing the recent week, 1,070 were drilling for natural gas and 178for oil, while two were being used for miscellaneous purposes.Of the total, 799 were vertical wells, 324 directional wells and127 horizontal wells.

Among the leading producing U.S. states, Oklahoma pickedup six rigs during the recent week to total 147, while Wyoming

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BP’s Holstein up, runningEyton says Gulf oil field start-upmarks period of rapid technologicaladvancement in deepwater

By RAY TYSONPetroleum News Houston Correspondent

il and natural gas production has been launchedfrom the new Holstein field in the deepwaterGulf of Mexico, operator BP said Dec. 13. Thefield is owned 50-50 by BP and Shell.

Production from Holstein, on Green Canyon block645 about 100 miles south of Grand Isle, La., beganDec. 9 and will increase over the next year as addi-tional wells are completed and brought online, BPsaid. At peak production, Holstein is expected to pro-duce more than 100,000 barrels of oil and 90 millioncubic feet of gas per day.

Located in about 4,300 feet of water, the Holsteinproduction spar is the largest of its kind in the world.The development consists of a truss spar, equipped

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EnCana pulling out of AlaskaAlaska joins Gulf of Mexico, Ecuador and UK on the chopping block asindependent prepares to put its North Slope oil and gas properties up for sale

By KAY CASHMANPetroleum News Publisher & Managing Editor

n a move that EnCana ChiefExecutive Officer Gwyn Morganrecently referred to as going “back toour roots” the Calgary independent

has added its Alaska properties to the listof worldwide conventional oil and gasassets it’s selling in order to focus atten-tion on what Morgan says EnCana doesbest – develop and produce unconven-tional oil and gas assets in NorthAmerica.

EnCana, which first entered Alaska in2000 as Alberta Energy, is just beginning theprocess of preparing for the sale of its Alaskaacreage, Paul Myers told Petroleum News in mid-December.

Myers, who is EnCana’s vice presi-dent for the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska,was interviewed by PN in late Octoberwhen the company dropped its leases inthe National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska.At that time Myers said there was “onearea” in Alaska that EnCana was “mostinterested in,” and the NPR-A leasesweren’t in it, he said, declining to identi-fy the area.

On Dec. 13 Myers said the “OCS hasbeen our main focus in Alaska. It’s thearea we picked and have been workingon evaluating prospects from G&G to getthem drilled. … The majority of our

technical work has been in the OCS.” The U.S. Minerals Management Service said

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picked up six rigs to total 77. Louisiana’srig count increased by five to 173,California’s increased by two to 27 rigs

and Alaska’s increased by one to 10 rigs.New Mexico was unchanged with 73 rigs.Texas’ rig count plummeted by 13 to 533.

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with facilities for simultaneous productionand drilling operations

“Holstein start-up marks a period ofrapid technological advance in the deepwa-ter, for BP and for the industry,” said DavidEyton, vice president of BP’s deepwaterbusiness unit for the U.S. Gulf.

Oil from Holstein will be transported viathe Mardi Gras Transportation System toShip Shoal block 332B, where it will inter-connect with the Cameron Highway Oil

Pipeline System. Holstein gas will beexported to Ship Shoal block 332A, whereit will interconnect with Manta RayGathering System, and from there to theNautilus Gas Transportation System intoLouisiana.

Holstein was discovered by BP in 1999,using the Ocean America mobile offshoredrilling unit. Construction of the spar com-ponents and topsides commenced during2001 in Pori, Finland and Morgan City, La.

Holstein is one of several BP deepwaterdevelopments scheduled for start-up in theGulf over the next two years. The others areMad Dog, Thunder Horse and Atlantis.●

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EnCana has 24 leases on Alaska’s OuterContinental Shelf, encompassing some52,265 acres in the Beaufort Sea.

“We also have a significant presencein the (Brooks Range) Foothills. … Wewere sitting and waiting on gas line issuesto be resolved,” Myers said, the biggestissue being timing and the second accessfor explorers.

However, Myers said the North Slopenatural gas pipeline issues had nothing todo with EnCana’s decision to pull out ofAlaska.

“We were quite keen on the OCS. It’sjust that EnCana’s focus is not going to beon that type of play,” he said.

In a Dec. 10 inter-view Tom Homza, ageologist and man-ager of EnCana’sAlaska office, saidthe companybelieves Alaska hashuge conventionaloil and gas resourcepotential. “Weappreciate all thatthe state and MMSand other companieshave done for uswhile we have beenhere.”

As a result of itsstrategic focusing EnCana has sold its UKassets and announced similar intentions forEcuador and the Gulf of Mexico. ●

Tom Homza saidEnCana believesAlaska has hugeconventional oil andgas resource poten-tial, but company isfocusing on oil sandsand unconventionalgas assets.

Want to know more?If you’d like to read more about EnCana (formerly Alberta Energy – i.e. AEC Oil &Gas and AEC Marketing) in Alaska go to Petroleum News web site and search thearchives. Following are just a few of the articles that you will find. (Note: Youmust be a paid subscriber to Petroleum News to access the archives.)

Web site: http://www.PetroleumNews.com

2004● Nov. 21 EnCana looks to rein in growth● Nov. 7 EnCana gets a makeover● Oct. 31 EnCana surrenders its five NPR-A leases

2003● Nov. 30 Alaska key area for EnCana● Sept. 28 MMS sale draws $10M● Aug. 17 ‘Tis the season for drilling● June 15 McCovey unit set to expire● May 18 North Slope winter work completed● May 11 Picking up pieces● May 4 EnCana, Lynx Enterprises receive MMS awards● March 16 It’s a bust: ConocoPhillips takes dry hole costs for McCovey● March 2 Alaska remains EnCana priority● Feb. 16 EnCana plugs, abandons McCovey● Jan. 26 EnCana to file second season exploration plan for McCovey

2002● Dec. 15 EnCana spud McCovey, MMS says● Nov. 3 Bidders appear to be filling in around the edges at Oct. 24 state leasesales● Oct. 27 State takes in $2.7 million at North Slope, Beaufort Sea lease sales● Sept. 1 Phillips, EnCana take opposite sides on gas pipeline issues● Aug. 25 Winter work to include new pads for Phillips, infield drilling for BP● Aug. 4 The SDC makes 600 mile journey to McCovey prospect in 12 days● June 16 NPR-A lease sale allows exploration momentum to continue westward● June 9 Bidding to win● May 26 Foothills gets thumbs up● May 5 North Slope Foothills bidders set record for acres leased in state sale● March 3 AEC investing $32M in Alaska in 2002● Feb. 24 Alberta Energy boss refuses to play winners and losers in EnCana deal

GULF OF MEXICOTechnip lands contract for Gulf tiebacks

French engineering and construction firm Technip has been awarded a contract byDominion for the Triton and Goldfinger fields sub-sea tiebacks in the deepwater Gulfof Mexico, Technip said Dec. 8.

The fields, in 5,600 feet of water on Mississippi Canyon blocks 728 and 772/771,will be tied back to the Devils Tower spar platform, the host processing facility.

The overall project will be carried out by Technip’s engineering office in Houston,which will provide project management, engineering, fabrication and installation serv-ices for riser, pipe-in-pipe flowline, end manifolds, insulation systems and spar inter-faces.

First oil is expected by late 2005. Dominion Exploration & Production, a subsidiary of Dominion, is operator and

owns a 75 percent working interest in the Devils Tower platform, Triton andGoldfinger fields. Pioneer Natural Resources owns the remaining 25 percent interestin the project area.

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Results are in: East coastal area openAlaska drafts new criteria for opening North Slope tundra for winter work based on 2003-’04 study; more snow needed in Foothills

By KRISTEN NELSON Petroleum News Editor-in-Chief

he Alaska Department of Natural Resources hasreleased results of its study of equipment impactson tundra at varying depths of snow and groundhardness, and has changed its criteria for when the

North Slope will be opened for winter travel, settingground-hardness measurementstandards for the coastal area andfor the foothills and increasing theamount of snow required for open-ing the foothills.

Commissioner of NaturalResources Tom Irwin said “this is areal scientific approach and that’sthe way we ought to be doing busi-ness.” Irwin, speaking at a Dec. 10press briefing on the study results,said as a result of the study the east coastal area of theNorth Slope was being opened for oil and gas explo-ration. “This opening is the earliest since 1995 and it’sfrankly two weeks earlier than last year for this area,” hesaid.

When the tundra is opened is a cost issue for theindustry, and impacts the amount of exploration workthat can be done, Irwin said, noting that if you can drillthree exploration wellsfrom one ice road “thecost of that road is divid-ed over three wells. Ifyour time is so limitedyou build a road and canonly drill one well,” thatwell has to bear theentire cost of the iceroad.

The cost relates tohow early the state opensthe tundra to travel sothat seismic work canbegin and ice roads andice pads can be built forexploration.

Irwin said the statedoesn’t expect to seemore money spent on exploration.

“Actually what I think we’ll see is the same amount ofmoney will be spent, but you’ll get more footage ofexploration drilling instead of dollars spent on access.”

Irwin said he wanted to make sure that “everyoneinvolved in Alaska” receives “the message that this isdone correctly. We’re not taking any shortcuts; we’re not

sacrificing the environment at all.”

Testing on coastal plain and in foothills The state tested the effects of equipment on the tundra

at plots south of Deadhorse on the coastal plain and atplots in the foothills.Different types ofequipment used onthe tundra were driv-en over the plots atintervals from lateOctober to lateJanuary, and theresults were meas-ured at the test plotsover the summer.Data was then runthrough a modeldeveloped for theprogram, and it isthose results thathave just becomeavailable.

Bob Loeffler,director of the Department of Natural Resources’Division of Mining, Land and Water, said the oil explo-ration season on the North Slope “has been shortened byhalf ” since the 1970s, shrinking from 208 days in theearly 1970s to just more than 100 days. The goal of thestudy, he said, was to see if there was a way to increase

winter on-tundra work time, “with-out consequences to the environ-ment. I am very pleased that I thinkthat we’ve found a way to do that,”Loeffler said.

The study that the division did,he said, involved driving a range ofequipment over plots “from essen-tially Halloween, when we knewthe ground to be soft, to the … lat-ter part of January, when we knewthe ground to be very hard.”

The expectation, he said, was that impacts would bemuch greater in the fall than in the winter. What the divi-sion found, Loeffler said, “was far less impact than wesuspected at any of the treatment dates.” There wereessentially no ruts, even from the October tests, he said,a result the division is attributing to snow cover inOctober.

State partnered with DOE, Yale The study was a collaborative effort, said Harry

Bader, northern region land manager for the Division ofMining, Land and Water, who headed up the study. TheU.S. Department of Energy provided a quarter of a mil-lion dollars toward the project, he said, and the YaleUniversity School of Forestry “gave unstinting time interms of their faculty and their research facilities in NewHaven, Connecticut.”

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The Alaska Support Industry Allianceand the Alaska Oil and Gas Associationalso contributed support, as did theUniversity of Alaska Fairbanks. “Our studywas carried out on the back of graduatestudents and interns,” Bader said.

Bader said the division learned a num-ber of things from the study, first “thatsnow depth, the density and the hardnessof the snow — which we call snow slab —and ground hardness, all interact to createa resistance on the part of the tundra” tothe types of activities associated with win-ter oil and gas exploration.

Among those variables, he said, snow isvery important, and “not just snow, but thecharacter of the snow.”

The model the division used is drivenmore by “snow slabthickness, the hard-ness of the slablayer,” than by “anyother one variable,”Bader said. “We alsofound that groundhardness, which is animportant contribu-tor to tundra resistance to damage, actuallyreaches a certain level after which it nolonger contributes to greater resistance todamage.”

And, “in every case, as Bob (Loeffler)said, the damage was less than we antici-pated. And in part that was because we hadsufficient snow: snow protects,” he said.

“So what are the implications of this?Simply we can increase the winter workseason without increasing environmentaldamage.”

New criteria The new criteria, Bader said, require

more snow cover (nine inches rather thansix inches) in the foothills, a woody tus-sock tundra environment. The groundhardness for foothills opening has beendefined as 25 drops of the drop hammer,“which is something that the North Slopeteam invented, which is a very effectivetool for measuring hardness,” he said.

On the coastal plain, which has awet/moist sedge tundra environment, moreresistant to damage, he said: “We’re keep-ing the old six-inch snow standard and

we’re setting theeffectiveness at 75drops of the slidehammer.”

The hammerdrives a probe intothe frozen earth, andthe number of dropsis a measure of

ground harness. Bader said the division is “going to con-

tinue to monitor, verify and improve.” Division staff will accompany seismic

crews into the field this winter, he said, “tosee if the level of environmental distur-bance that we anticipate from our model,the study, actually materializes out on thetundra.”

And the division will monitor theresearch plots “to see if there is any lag-time effect of a disturbance that we did notsee after one season, to see if it material-izes after two seasons.”

Approach has been cautionary Irwin said that based on the study results,

the department is “still on the conservativeside” of when to open the tundra. “We couldbe criticized for not opening soon enough inthe past years,” he said.

But Bader argued that in the past thedepartment “has appropriately adopted aprecautionary principle, and that is, we openthe tundra in the most conservative fashionpossible, because there wasn’t sufficientinformation that was available to our staff.So our staff adopted precisely the correctpolicy, which is in the absence of informa-tion you always adopt the precautionaryprinciple, and that is, you become conserva-tive.”

The department said in its project report(available online athttp://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/tundra/) thatit began reforming the way it did tundratravel management in 2002, first by stan-dardizing measurement techniques.

The department “created 30 permanentmeasurement stations in 2002,” to serve asthe locations for measuring snow depth andground hardness. Ten of the measurementstations are along the Dalton Highway atabout 10-mile intervals from Deadhorse toSlope Mountain and the other 20 are distrib-uted within the North Slope oil field com-plex spanning approximately 40 milesacross the slope.

The department also divided the NorthSlope into four geographic tundra openingareas (upper foothills, lower foothills, eastcoastal and west coastal).

The slide hammer probe, used to meas-ure ground hardness, was also redesigned toremove variability in measurement fromoperator to operator. “It is now a true ‘drop’hammer with standard drop weight and dropdistance, employing no assistance from theoperator,” the department said. This newdrop hammer was tested in the field inJanuary 2003 “and calibrated to assist withcomparison to prior data sets.” ●

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BLM has opened NPR-A to tundra travel The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management opened the

National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska for winter tundra travel at noon Dec. 11. BLM Alaska Region spokeswoman Jody Weil told Petroleum News Dec. 14

that this is one day earlier than BLM opened NPR-A last winter. The opening wasbased on six inches of snow cover and a frost depth of 12 inches, she said.

The state of Alaska opened the eastern portion of its coastal plain for tundratravel Dec. 10, two weeks earlier than in 2004.

Weil said ConocoPhillips plans to build 55 miles of ice road to its Kokodaprospect some 30 miles south of Teshekpuk Lake, where it plans to drill two win-ter exploration wells.

BLM said in a statement that the opening signaled the agency’s “determinationthat the tundra would not be damaged by the use of off-road vehicles or equipmentused to construct temporary ice roads.”

Data from automated weather stations in the NPR-A indicated sufficient frostdepth the week of Dec. 6, the agency said, and its personnel then spent severaldays on the ground testing snow depth and tundra hardness before announcing theopening.

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dollars spent on access.” —Commissioner Tom Irwin, Alaska Department

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The department also divided theNorth Slope into four geographic

tundra opening areas (upperfoothills, lower foothills, east

coastal and west coastal).

State opens western North Slope Dec. 16 The Alaska Department of Natural Resources opened the western coastal area

of the North Slope for winter cross country tundra vehicle travel effective 8 a.m.Dec. 16.

“This opening is over three weeks earlier than lastyear,” said Bob Loeffler, director of the Division ofMining, Land and Water.

Loeffler attributed the earlier opening to results of the state’s tundra travel mod-eling study. The eastern coastal area opened Dec. 10.

Sampling in the week of Dec. 13 showed the western coastal area had both suf-ficient snow and ground hardness for opening.

Both the upper and lower foothills have sufficient ground hardness but do nothave sufficient snow.

● NEWS FLASH

By KRISTEN NELSONPetroleum News Editor-in-Chief

he Agrium-Unocal dispute over gassupplies to the Nikiski fertilizer planthas been settled.

Under a new gas sales agreement,Unocal will provide a total of 34 billioncubic feet to the plant through the end ofOctober.

At that time, Agrium said in a Dec. 14statement, the facility will close unless it canfind alternate economic gas supplies.

Unocal said in its Dec. 14 statement thatit has reached a final settlement withAgrium of all claims arising from litigationregarding natural gas sales to Agrium’sNikiski fertilizer plant and the original saleof that plant to Agrium by Unocal, andunder the settlement, all litigation betweenthe companies will be dismissed with preju-dice.

As part of the settlement, Unocal andAgrium have entered into a new gas salesagreement, effective Dec. 1, with definedmonthly gas delivery obligations that termi-nate Oct. 31, 2005.

Under the settlement agreement, Unocalsaid it will pay Agrium $25 million for earlytermination of the existing gas sales agree-ment, which originally ran until June 2009,full release of Unocal from all environmen-tal claims, and resolution of all other issues,including certain contingent payment dueUnocal under the 2000 purchase and salesagreement for the fertilizer plant. The settle-ment payment is in addition to remainingliquidated damages due under the existingsales agreement, and Unocal said it expectsto take a $15 million after-tax special-itemcharge to earnings in the fourth quarter 2004as a result of the settlement.

Unocal: settlement provides clarity “This settlement provides clarity and cer-

tainty to the two parties,” Kevin Tabler, landand government relations manager forUnocal Alaska, told Petroleum News. “Weare glad to see these issues resolved so thatwe can get back to the business of exploringfor and producing oil and gas,” Tabler said.

Agrium said the settlement “establishes adefinitive gas supply obligation fromUnocal to the Kenai facility” until Oct. 31,2005, and said Unocal is obligated to supplya total of 34 billion cubic feet through Oct.31, “on the same price basis as the currentgas supply agreement.” Agrium said the newgas supply agreement will allow it to operate“at an average rate of 66 percent” throughthe end of October. “This rate could be fur-ther augmented with third party gas pur-chases during 2005,” Agrium said.

Mike Wilson, president and CEO ofAgrium, said in the company’s statement:“The new gas supply agreement will enableus to continue to meet our ongoing customerrequirements for nitrogen from Kenai for2005, while we explore alternative gas sup-

ply agreements” beyond the end of October. “While Agrium remains committed to

working with local gas suppliers to developalternatives, the facility will close inNovember of 2005 unless alternate econom-ic gas supplies are obtained,” he said.

Wilson told a Dec. 15 analysts’ call that“it became clear to us that getting long-termgas from Unocal either through litigation ornegotiation was not possible.” The plant willbe shut down Nov. 1, he said, if additionalgas supplies cannot be found.

Agrium: not enough drilling Richard Downey, investor/media rela-

tions with Agrium in Calgary, toldPetroleum News Dec. 14 that Agriumbelieves “there’s still a lot of gas in theregion,” but that “there just hasn’t beenenough drilling and enough finds” toreplace the gas that has been produced. It“will take time and money to develop” addi-tional Cook Inlet gas, he said.

Downey said Agrium hasn’t totally givenup hope, “but it does look likely the plantwill have to be closed” due to the “very tight

gas supply” in the Cook Inlet basin. Henoted that the new gas supply contract does-n’t specify a source for the gas Unocal willsupply to the plant, just the volume, so thegas can come from whatever reservesUnocal has. This settles the litigation case inCalifornia, he said. Even if Agrium hadgone ahead with that case, he said, “Wewouldn’t have necessarily gotten any moregas.”

Ron Wilkinson, senior vice president,North America wholesale for Agrium, saidon the conference call that Agrium haslooked at moving the plant, but the compa-ny’s “analysis shows that given the age of theplant and cost of dismantling and shippingto another location,” the cost is very close tothat of building a new plant, so it is unlikelythat Agrium would move the plant.

Wilson said on the analysts’ call thatAgrium would decide closer to October howto close the plant, “take it down hard or takeit down in a mothball state.”

“Given what we know today, on the gas

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Governor offers help to keep plant openAlaska Gov. Frank Murkowski said Dec. 14 that he is concerned about potential clo-

sure of the Agrium fertilizer plant and has offered state help in assessing natural gassupply options.

“We can’t afford to have that plant shut down,” the governor said in a statement. “Itis a tough time of year for Agrium’s employees to learn this news. We’re committed todoing what we can to keep the plant operating — and we needthe support of the community in those efforts.”

The governor initiated a teleconference with KenaiPeninsula community leaders after he learned from Agriumofficials that an agreement reached between Unocal andAgrium in a long-standing dispute will provide a gas supply tothe plant only through October 2005. The governor said Agriumindicated the plant could be in jeopardy of closing in November2005 if the company cannot secure future gas supplies.

The governor has proposed forming a working group ofstate officials, Agrium representatives and community repre-sentatives to assess alternatives and try to find ways to keep theplant open. The group is expected to begin work in early January. Staff from the gover-nor’s office, the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, the Alaska Department ofCommunity and Economic Development and the Alaska Industrial Development andExport Authority will participate from the state.

Alternatives the governor expects the group to address include additional natural gasexploration including on the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and the possibility ofreplacing natural gas generation with coal generation from the Healy Clean Coal facil-ity.

The governor said he is concerned about the impact the closure of the Agrium plantwould have on the Kenai Peninsula, especially Kenai and Soldotna. Agrium has 230direct employees and 50 contractors working at the Kenai Peninsula facility.

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MONGOLIAStorm Cat to drill in Mongolia

Canada’s Storm Cat Energy Corp. has a deal to drill at least threecoalbed methane wells near Mongolia’s capital, the Calgary-basedcompany said Dec. 14, and may be doing someother exploration work as well on a tract thatstretches over 5.5 million acres.

The contract with the Petroleum Authorityof Mongolia calls for Storm Cat to spendUS$300,000 on exploration by the end of nextyear. The wells are expected to be no more thanabout 600 feet deep. If gas is found, there’s aready market in nearby Ulaanbaatar, capital ofMongolia and home to about half of its people.

The company already has a project in theSouth Gobi Desert in Mongolia.

Storm Cat recently obtained leases in Alaska. Its president is ScottZimmerman, formerly with Evergreen Resources Inc.

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Hungry China marketgrabs oil sands spotlightEnbridge hopes for formal contracts for synthetic crude with one ortwo Chinese refiners and Western Canadian producers by mid-2005

By GARY PARK Petroleum News Calgary Correspondent

ormal contracts could be in place by mid-2005 toopen up the voracious Chinese market to syn-thetic crude from the Alberta oil sands, officialson both sides of the Pacific have indicated this

month. Enbridge President and Chief Executive Officer

Pat Daniel said memorandums of understanding couldbe signed early in 2005, fol-lowed by formal contractsinvolving Enbridge, WesternCanadian producers and possi-bly two of China’s four largestrefiners.

For three years, Calgary-based Enbridge has been shop-ping its plans for the C$2.5 bil-lion Gateway pipeline thatwould ship 400,000 barrels perday from the oil sands to adeepwater port at Prince Rupert or Kitimat.

Daniel said 75 to 80 percent of the volumes wouldbe carried by tanker to Asia, with the balance going tosouthern California. An in-service date of 2009 isbeing targeted.

His disclosure gave added weight to remarks byQiu Xianghua, vice president of Sinopec that the statepetroleum and chemical company wants to invest inthe oil sands.

Hopes for diversifying oil sands markets With almost uncharacteristic speed, given the

Chinese reputation for long and painstaking negotia-tions, these prospects have raised hopes that Albertacan achieve its goal of diversifying oil sands marketsbeyond North America.

Daniel told the Vancouver Board of Trade Dec. 10that Asian interest in the oil sands has “been our most

pleasant surprise … to date.” He said China, Japan and South Korea have all

indicated a desire to participate in the Gatewaypipeline “particularly China, where their boomingeconomy requires energy to fuel continued growth.

“Potential Asian and Pacific customers are lookingvery seriously at investment, not only in the pipelinebut also in the upstream production of heavy oil tomove into China,” he said.

Although the focus is on opening doors to Asianmarkets, Enbridge is negotiating with prospective cus-tomers in California who could take 80,000-100,000bpd from gateway to offset declining volumes fromAlaska.

But Enbridge spokesman Jim Rennie toldPetroleum News Dec. 13 that the Californians wouldprefer to see the Asian contracts resolved first.

He said the memorandums of understanding wouldfirm up the base volumes needed to move ahead withGateway and an open season would provide a chanceto fill out the pipeline’s capacity.

Xianghua said in Toronto Dec. 6 that the oil sandsare “remarkable resources and we are currently inves-tigating them. China needs oil resources and has a bigmarket. Canada needs markets.”

While suggesting investment would be “mutuallybeneficial and complementary to both countries,” hedid not say whether Sinopec favored an upstreamstake, equity ownership of a pipeline or just a supplycontract.

SCOTT ZIMMERMAN

AUSTRALIABHP pushes LNG deal

BHP Billiton plans to get moving on developing a major fieldoffshore Australia and a big LNG plant in the northwest eventhough 50-50 partner ExxonMobil doesn’t consider it a high priori-ty. Phil Aiken, BHP’s group president for energy, told analysts inearly December the Scarborough project offshore westernAustralia is expected to provide liquefied natural gas for the com-pany’s proposed Cabrillo LNG terminal in California. A decisionby regulators on the offshore terminal is expected by the middle ofnext year. The LNG plant would produce about 6 million tonnesannually from Scarborough, which lies about 175 miles off theAustralian coast. It could also supply the building Chinese market.

Aiken didn’t mince words about ExxonMobil’s position,according to reports of the analyst meeting in the Australian press.

“They do not want to fast-track it. We do want to fast-track itand therefore we are going ahead,” Aiken was quoted as saying. “Ifthey eventually want to get out of Scarborough, I’m sure there areplenty of companies that would want to take their place.”

ExxonMobil didn’t respond to Aiken’s comments. BHP is still just working on a prefeasibility study for the LNG

terminal, with construction to begin no earlier than 2006 if thecompany decides to go ahead. The plant would be at Pilbara, about3 miles southwest of Onslow in northwestern Australia.

ExxonMobil is operator of Scarborough, which has proven andprobable reserves of 8 trillion cubic feet of gas, with little in theway of associated liquids.

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… the oil sands are “remarkableresources and we are currently

investigating them. China needs oilresources and has a big market. Canada

needs markets.” —Qiu Xianghua, vice president of Sinopec

‘Anchor tenant’ for Gatewaymost likely from China

Daniel said Gateway’s “anchor tenant”would likely be from China, althoughEnbridge would build and maintain major-ity ownership of the 720-mile pipeline,while offering minority interests to Chineserefiners or Canadian producers.

Industry sources believe Husky Energyis a strong contender to participate in thepipeline, given its extensive interests in theoil sands and heavy oil region.

It expects to complete its 35,000 bpdTucker project within two years and couldstart work on a 200,000 bpd Sunrise projectin 2008. As well, it owns a heavy oilupgrader that will soon have capacity of82,000 bpd.

Although Sinopec recently denied that itwas negotiating a possible takeover ofHusky, which is controlled 70.7 percent byHong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing, the state-owned firm’s admission that it is eying arole in the oil sands has kept that specula-tion alive.

Daniel said last month that there is“urgency” to open up oil sands marketsoutside North America.

But until talks with producers, refinersand downstream markets are concluded,Enbridge is not setting a date for an openseason for firm shipper contracts.

Enbridge has laid out case for new markets

However, the company has publicly laidout its own case for accessing new markets.

It has noted that the tanker route fromPrince Rupert to Japan covers only 3,840nautical miles compared with 6,340 milesfrom the Persian Gulf and 8,600 miles fromVenezuela, the world’s other major source ofheavy oil.

Enbridge has also projected that long-term pipeline tolls from Alberta to PrinceRupert or Kitimat would be US$1.75 perbarrel, with another US$1.30 per barrel forthe tanker rate.

That would make it competitive withrival Terasen, which Enbridge estimates hasan existing pipeline toll to Vancouver ofUS$1.75 and could race a tanker cost ofUS$3 per barrel from Vancouver to Asia.

Meanwhile, Terasen sent documents tocurrent and prospective customers askingfor a show of interest in the proposed expan-sion of the TransMountain Pipeline Systemfrom Alberta to Vancouver.

Based on the responses, an open seasonis likely by mid-2005 for plans to raiseTerasen’s shipping capacity to the BritishColumbia coast to as much as 850,000 bpd.

An initial Anchor Loop would costC$570 million and raise volumes by300,000 bpd by 2008. TransMountain is cur-rently operating at capacity of 225,000 bpd.

If expansions are approved beyond theAnchor Loop phase, there are two optionscosting C$1.7 billion and C$2 billion. ●

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Big China deal secures Australian LNG supplyAsian powerhouse continues drive to purchase energy from sources around the worldBy ALLEN BAKER

Petroleum News Contributing Writer

$19 billion LNG supply deal between a Chineseentity and Australia’s Woodside Petroleum Ltd. andpartners confirms China’s intention to move aheadaggressively to cut pollution and increase energy

options by adding liquefied natural gas to the mix. The deal with Melbourne-based Woodside and its

five partners in the North West Shelf project will pro-vide 3.3 million tonnesof LNG annually toChina’s southernGuangdong provincefor 25 years. TheChinese entity,Guangdong DapengLNG Co. Ltd., is led bya subsidiary of state-owned China NationalOffshore Oil Corp.,CNOOC, with a 33 per-cent stake.

As part of thearrangement, a newjoint venture will beformed to provide the gas being shipped to China. Thatventure will have CNOOC as a 25 percent partner, withthe six current North West Shelf partners taking 12.5percent each. The deal effectively calls for CNOOC tosecure a 5.3 percent equity share in the field.

Yet another joint venture between Chinese andAustralian interests will be in charge of the shippingfrom the Burrup Peninsula LNG plant in Australia tothe new terminal being built in Guangdong.

The North West Shelf LNG facility currently hasfour trains with total capacity of 11.7 million tonnesannually. A fifth train with a capacity of a further 4.2million tonnes a year is being considered. Shipments toChina are expected to start in the second half of 2006.

Partners in the venture are operator Woodside, BHPBilliton, Shell, ChevronTexaco, BP and Japan AustraliaLNG, all with equal shares.

ConocoPhillips go-head on BohaiConocoPhillips has committed $1.8 billion in capital

spending for the second phase of its Bohai Bay field offChina, the company said Dec. 13.

It’s not clear how much of the multi-year budget willbe spent next year, but it won’t be more than a few hun-dred million dollars. The Houston-based companyannounced earlier that it will spend $7 billion on capitalexpenditures in 2005, with just under a billion allocatedto E&P spending the Asia-Pacific region.

Phase One of the PL19-3 development in Bohai Bay iscurrently producing 20,000 barrels of oil daily with a 24-slot wellhead platform and a floating production, storageand offload facility. It began producing in December2002.

The field is in Block 11/05 of Bohai Bay, an area of1.6 million acres where ConocoPhillips has explorationrights under a 1994 contract and is the operator with a 49percent working interest; China National Offshore OilCorp. has the rest.

Woodside deal for China National Offshore?

China National Offshore Oil Corp. has been workingin many areas outside China to secure more energy forthe world’s most populous country. That has led to specu-lation about a Chinese bid for Australia’s Woodside. Orperhaps more likely, for the 34 percent stake in Woodsideowned by Shell.

Shell tried to buy all of Woodside in 2000, but theAustralian government blocked the deal. A Chinese bidfor the full company could run into the same objection.

The speculation comes as Shell is reshaping its hold-ings, and as Woodside gets ready to accelerate work onyet another offshore gas field, called Browse.

Woodside is operator and 50 percent owner of thefield, which is off western Australia and is said to containmore than 20 trillion cubic feet of gas. Partners in Browseare ChevronTexaco, BP, Shell, and BHP Billiton.

Active in Southeast AsiaWith big deposits relatively close to home, China

National Offshore Oil Corp. has been involved in a multi-tude of drilling projects, recently announcing a wildcat dis-covery in the West Madura area offshore Indonesia thatflowed at a rate of more than 1,000 barrels of oil and con-densate, plus 10 million cubic feet of gas daily. CNOOChas a 25 percent interest in the KE7-3 well.

In another recent development, CNOOC announced a12-year deal worth nearly a billion dollars to provide 80million cubic feet of gas daily for a power plant run byIndonesia’s state electricity company, starting in 2006. Thegas will come from CNOOC’s offshore field in southeastSumatra.

CNOOC has investments in more than a dozen coun-tries, while China National Petroleum Corp., parent ofPetroChina, has more than 40 projects outside China. Thetwo companies, along with fellow state-controlled Sinopec,have invested billions in Latin America and Africa, as wellas Asia.

The biggest of those was a recent $70 billion Sinopecdeal with Iran in which Sinopec will buy 250 milliontonnes of Iranian LNG over 30 years, plus 150,000 barrelsof oil daily over 25 years. As part of the deal, Sinopec isexpected to help develop the Yadavaran fields in Iran. Totalspending by China for Iranian oil could reach $200 billionif other associated deals go through.

Stagnant domestic production China has been trying to increase domestic production,

but despite some successes offshore, there has been littleprogress. Total production is expected to average 3.52 mil-lion barrels daily in 2005, up only 1.7 percent from thisyear’s 3.46 million barrels.

China’s thirst for oil, meanwhile, reached 6.3 millionbarrels daily last year, as the country imported 2.6 millionbarrels each day, second behind only the United States inthat department. China has been a net importer since 1993.

Meanwhile, China is preparing for the boom in theLNG trade, planning at least 10 LNG terminals along itscoastline. Sakhalin, Qatar and others could be added tothe LNG supplier list if China’s demand skyrockets orprice competition intensifies.●

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CHINA

As part of thearrangement, a newjoint venture will be

formed to provide thegas being shipped to

China. That venture willhave CNOOC as a 25

percent partner, with thesix current North WestShelf partners taking

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(supply), we would be closing that plant,”Wilson said. “As you get closer to theOctober timeframe, if we have new informa-tion we will consider mothballing it.”

Operation will mirror last winter Lisa Parker, Agrium’s Nikiski spokes-

woman, told Petroleum News: “This wasn’tan easy decision for Agrium. The employeeshere are top notch.” Parker said the Nikiskifertilizer plant has two ammonia trains andtwo urea trains, and when operating atcapacity, she said, the plant uses 53 billioncubic feet a year.

The plan at this point is similar to the waywe operated last year, Parker said: throughthe winter months one ammonia train andone urea train will be operated. Then in theApril-May timeframe the plant will rampup, and run both sets of trains throughSeptember, “and then scale back down toone again.”

Cook Inlet gas supplies are very tight,and with the winter need for heat and light,that’s when the utility demand is highest, shesaid.

Gas options that Agrium sees Chris Tworek, Agrium’s vice president

supply management, said on the Dec. 15analysts’ call that between now and the endof October, the period of the new gas supplycontract with Unocal, Agrium thinks there is“a very good probability that, much like overthe last couple of years … we’ll be able toattract additional spot gas and run the plantat higher rates than the 66 percent that we’regoing to get from the Unocal gas.”

But after Oct. 31, he said, “we do notbelieve there is any one supplier in the CookInlet that can supply us the gas that we needand so we are going to have to talk to sever-al suppliers.” He said Agrium thinks thatclearing up the situation with Unocal willmake talking to other suppliers “a lot easier.And we think there’s still some probabilitythat we could get enough gas after the 31st

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SETTLEMENT

The most dramatic change in the man-agement of trusts has been the swing fromacquisitions to exploration.

Through the 1990s, as the trust sectorwas embarking on its growth phase, unitholders grew accustomed to receiving 95 to100 percent of a trust’s cash flow.

Those payouts have now dipped below anaverage 70 percent, although some trusts areclinging to the traditional cash distributionratio.

In a recent report, trust specialists BrianEctor and Grant Hofer of Scotia Capital saidsustainability for trusts “means mitigatingdeclines on a reserves-per-unit and produc-tion-per-unit basis.

“Sustainability means a shift towardlower payout ratios to fund capital develop-ment programs and ultimately being lessreliant on the equity market.”

Finally, they warned: “Sustainabilitymeans being well positioned to withstand adownturn in commodity prices.”

Colborne: trusts headed for consolidation round

Paul Colborne, president and chief exec-utive officer of StarPoint Energy, believesthat regardless of how much money is putinto exploration and the direction of com-modity prices, the 35 trusts established overthe last decade are headed for a significantround of consolidation.

It will be survival of the strongest, he tolda Conference Board of Canada explorationmanagement forum in Calgary earlier thismonth.

Trusts with higher cost structures, steep-er reserve decline rates, over-leveraged bal-ance sheets and inadequate hedging pro-grams are doomed, he suggested.

Colborne has been through all phases of

the trust evolution, selling a conventionalE&P company to a trust for C$500 millionand being involved in the creation of juniorexploration companies (known as explore-cos) that have been spun-off from largertakeover/acquisition deals.

He has created an estimated C$1.1 bil-lion for investors in his junior companiesover the past decade, lending weight to hisclaim that “we deliver on our goals.”

Theal: survival may hinge on lower distribution

Chris Theal, head of institutionalresearch at Tristone Capital, told theConference Board forum that survival fortrusts may hinge on them distributing only50 to 60 percent of their cash flow to unitholders, down from the 80 percent that iscommon today.

He also noted that junior E&P companiesnow typically last less than two years, with34 of the 50 juniors that entered 2004 nowswallowed up in various deals.

The most conservative category of trustreserves is described as PDP — proved,developed producing — which demand ahigh level of confidence that they actuallyexist in the quantities estimated.

Of the 20 trusts tracked by Scotia Capital,the average PDP reserve life index is 5.7years, led by Enerplus Resources Fund at7.7 years and ARC Energy Trust at 7.5 years.

Ector and Hofer say their analysis showsthat “reserves per unit have declined sharplyover the past few years,” with their group of20 trusts posting an average annual declineof 17 percent from 2001 through 2003.

Production per unit declined an average11 percent a year, the analysts reported.

They said the challenge for trust manage-ment is to “mitigate these declines in orderto generate incremental value for unit hold-ers.” ●

and 3,270 barrels per day of oil and gas liq-uids.

Although the seller was not identified,Virginia-based Dominion Resources hasbeen liquidating assets in the area.

A Dominion spokesman said the compa-ny will wait until it has divested all of itsholdings before disclosing the buyers.

Bonavista President and Chief ExecutiveOfficer Keith MacPhail said Dec. 13 thepurchase enables the trust to “establish anew core region” in British Columbia.

Once the transaction is completed, natu-ral gas will make up 58 percent ofBonavista’s total production of about 53,000barrels of oil equivalent per day, with lightand medium crude at 29 percent and heavy

oil at 13 percent. In addition, the trust will have access to a

net 140,000 undeveloped acres, with 75identified new drilling locations.

MacPhail said the trust does not qualifyas a British Columbia “guru” in the naturalgas sector, but has “sufficient technicalknowledge to work these assets.”

He said Bonavista, in trying to create a“sustainable trust,” will have proven andprobable reserves of 165 million barrels ofoil equivalent and a proved developing pro-ducing reserve life index of 6.4 years.

TD Securities has estimated that for all ofCanada’s energy trusts to just hold the lineon production in 2005 they will have toacquire about 125,000 bpd of production,which — based on the Bonavista purchase— would cost about C$5 billion.

—GARY PARK

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fall, and if one of those prospects proves up,“we will start production drilling.”

The plan of operations calls for the fol-lowing:

• Construction of a gravel pad “at or adja-cent to the ice pad location to support pro-duction activities;”

• Construction of a 35-foot wide perma-nent gravel access road adjacent to this win-ter’s exploration ice road;

• Conversion of exploration wells toeither production or disposal wells;

• Construction of onsite productionequipment at the gravel pad during the fallof 2005; and

• Placement of a buried pipeline insidethe access road from the Two Bits produc-tion pad to existing infrastructure at or nearthe KRU 2M pad.

Armstrong said additional wells ordrilling operations may be required from thegravel pad, which will be 500 feet by 500feet.

West Sak 18, a Kuparuk unit gravel padno longer being used, was listed as a possi-ble alternate site to support production oper-ations.

The gravel access road would run fromKRU 2M pad, which is connected to theexisting North Slope road system, and headnorth towards West Sak 18 pad — a distanceof roughly 3.5 miles — and then run anoth-er mile northwest towards the proposed padlocation.

Cracking the 50 million barrel paradigm Finding oil at Two Bits wouldn’t just be

a win for Armstrong, Gustafson said. “IfTwo Bits works, there’s not enough drillrigs (on the North Slope),” he toldPetroleum News in an earlier interview.

Success at Two Bits, he said, would bebetter for the industry than discovery of ahuge new field, because it would meancompanies can make money from develop-ing smaller fields than the 50-million bar-rel size that is the standard now.

The lure of cracking the 50-million bar-rel paradigm was what brought ArmstrongOil and Gas to Alaska where it foundedArmstrong Alaska, Bill Armstrong, presi-dent of both companies, told the ResourceDevelopment Council of Alaska inNovember 2002. At that time the companywas preparing, with operating partnerPioneer Natural Resources, to drill its firstNorth Slope wells on a prospect thatArmstrong developed.

The following year Armstrong broughtKerr-McGee to Alaska. In the last two win-ters Armstrong participated in five explo-ration wells with its partners, announcingdiscoveries at both the Oooguruk andNikaitchuq units — both of which arebeing considered for development by oper-ators Pioneer and Kerr-McGee, respective-ly.

Pioneer and Kerr-McGee are both largeindependent oil and gas companies. ●

Editor’s note: See related stories onArmstrong’s North Slope plans in the May13, July 18, Oct. 31 and Nov. 7, 2004, edi-tions of Petroleum News. These are just afew of the articles about Armstrong thathave appeared in Petroleum News in thelast two years. See Petroleum News’ homepage archives at www.PetroleumNews.com.

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uids used to produce fuels and chemicals,also can instantly change low-quality heavyoil into more valuable light oil, thereby mak-ing untold billions of barrels of strandedheavy oil deposits around the world eco-nomic to develop.

It’s estimated that less than 1 percent oftotal heavy oil deposits worldwide has beenextracted or is under active development.

“The lag in the development of heavy oilis related to technical and economic chal-lenges of producing, transporting and pro-cessing raw heavy crude oil,” IvanhoeChairman David Martin said in a conferencecall with analysts. “We can take these strand-ed resources that are worth little or nothingand increase their value dramatically withthis technology.”

Ensyn co-founder and chief executiveRobert Graham, who will serve on Ivanhoe’sboard of directors if the merger is approvedby Ensyn shareholders and government reg-ulators, said the RTP process is simple yeteffective.

“We eject whatever feed material thatneeds to be upgraded into a tornado of hotsand,” Graham said. “In less than one sec-ond, the feed is vaporized, converted, cooledand then recovered as an upgraded product.”

Plants largely built with off-the-shelf components

RTP plants, constructed largely of off-the-shelf components, easily could be placedin oil fields to upgrade heavy oil, Ivanhoe’sMartin said. He said surplus energy createdby the process could be used to producesteam to inject into reservoirs, a commonindustry practice to make the thick oil lessviscous and easier to recover.

“The upgraded oil has a much lower vis-cosity, so it flows in the pipeline,” Martinsaid. “And the upgraded product fetches ahigher price at market, as it does not requirepre-processing before refining.”

In fact, prior to the merger agreement,Ensyn’s goal was to develop an “efficient,relatively small scale heavy oil upgradingprocess” for the field, Graham said. “Webelieve this goal characterizes the Holy Grailof heavy oil development,” he added.

Ivanhoe, which says it has kept a closewatch on Ensyn and its proprietary RTPprocess since 2000, took a 10 percent stakein Ensyn in late 2003 and an additional 5percent interest in the private company earli-er this year. The transactions gave Ivanhoethe right to RTP in certain oil producingcountries, including China, Mongolia,Oman, most of South America and war-tornIraq.

In October, Ivanhoe and Iraq’s Ministryof Oil signed a memorandum of understand-ing for Ivanhoe to study and evaluate theshallow, heavy oil Qaiyarah in northern Iraq.If the evaluation studies indicate develop-ment of the field is economically viable,Ivanhoe will present a development plan andoffer a commercial proposal to implementan enhanced oil recovery program forQaiyarah.

Ivanhoe can now move to largest heavy oil areas

However, Ivanhoe’s 15 percent stake inEnsyn did not give the company access tothe three of the largest heavy oil plums,Canada, Venezuela and the United States.

“This investment in Ensyn will nowallow us to quickly move into marketswhere we do not have exclusive develop-ment rights but where we have significantinterest in the technology,” said LeonDaniel, Ivanhoe’s president and chiefexecutive officer.

Under terms of the merger agreement,Ivanhoe would acquire all of the outstand-ing shares of the privately held EnsynGroup, the parent company of EnsynPetroleum, and Ensyn would become awholly owned subsidiary of Ivanhoe.Ivanhoe also would pay $10 million incash and issue Ivanhoe common sharesvalued at $75 million, with a minimum of30 million common shares to be issued.

As part of the deal, Ensyn Group wouldspin off its wood or biomass processingbusiness, Ensyn Renewables, to its share-holders prior to the closing of the transac-tion with Ivanhoe. Ensyn Renewables hasoperated commercial facilities since 1989and has six commercial plants in opera-tion, with a seventh under construction.

California plant under negotiationIvanhoe said it would pursue Ensyn ini-

tiatives, including a non-binding agree-ment with Aera Energy, a California limit-ed liability company owned by affiliatesof Shell and ExxonMobil, to advancenegotiations for a 10,000-barrel per dayRTP plant in California. Aera isCalifornia’s leading oil producer withabout 250,000 barrels per day of produc-tion.

Ivanhoe also would inherit Ensyn’s1,000-barrel per day RTP commercialdemonstration plant, located in theBelridge heavy oil field near Bakersfield,Calif. Ensyn said it plans to use the facil-ity to process local heavy oil, as well as totest a range of heavy crudes from around

the world. Production was launched inmid-December.

Ivanhoe’s Daniel said it is the compa-ny’s intention to use the RTP technologyprimarily as a tool to build its own oilreserves and production. But he saidIvanhoe also is prepared to consider“alternative business models.”

“Ivanhoe and Ensyn have jointly heldprivate technology briefings arranged byhost government representatives in anumber of oil producing countries aroundthe world,” he said. “The benefits of RTPtechnology have been quickly recognizedand we have had an excellent reception.”●

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73,000 million cubic feet per day, compared with 30 millionfrom Shell’s discovery.

It also adds momentum to First Calgary’s corporate strategicreview that is widely expected to end in a takeover of theCalgary-based company, which now has a market value ofC$3.3 billion based on a string of successes in Algeria.

The Financial Times newspaper in London floated the latestrumor Dec. 6 when it reported that Statoil, Norway’s largest oilcompany, was stalking First Calgary as its primary quarry toexpand its reach into North Africa and the Middle East.

First Calgary has indicated that a sale is necessary to developits Algerian proven, probable and possible reserves that nowtally about 7 trillion cubic feet. A reserves update is expectedlater this month.

Its Algerian discoveries have tested at cumulative flow ratesof almost 600 million cubic feet per day of gas and 40,000 bar-rels per day of oil — the sort of numbers Shell Canada or anyother Canadian major would happily settle for.

Sempra back in Alaska North Slopegas pipeline race with LNG proposal

Sempra Energy is back in the race for Alaska North Slopenatural gas.

Last year the San Diego-based parent of San Diego Gas andElectric and Southern California Gas Co. was talking to theAlaska Natural Gas Development Authority about Alaska lique-fied natural gas for an LNG receiving facility Sempra has in theworks in Baja California. Sempra subsequently found othersources of LNG that could deliver sooner.

Sempra is now working with the Alaska Gas Pipeline

Authority and is purported to be talking about a lot more thanbuying LNG.

Sempra spokeswoman Jennifer Andrews could only confirmDec. 16 that Sempra Energy has signed a development agree-ment with the Alaska Gas Pipeline Authority to assist in study-ing an Alaska gas pipeline project. She said the companyexpects to have an announcement about the agreement beforethe end of the year.

The project on the table is supposed to be huge: a 48-inchgas pipeline that would carry 4.2 billion cubic feet a day fromthe North Slope, a liquefaction facility at Valdez with LNGgoing to the West Coast and a spur line to Cook Inlet.

Sempra is said to have told state of Alaska officials in mid-December that the company has obtained project permits for-merly held by Yukon Pacific Corp., and to be proposing to buynatural gas from the producers on the North Slope.

Dave MacDowell, BP Exploration (Alaska)’s gas projectspokesman, told Petroleum News Dec. 16: “I’m not familiarwith the Sempra proposal; we remain focused on the project wefeel offers the most promise for Alaska’s North Slope gas, andthat is a pipeline project to serve the North American market.”

ConocoPhillips Alaska spokeswoman Dawn Patience said,“We have not seen any proposal from Sempra. However alterna-tives such as gas to liquids and liquefied natural gas have beenreviewed a number of times and found to not be competitivewith a pipeline to the Lower 48.

“Developing Alaska’s natural gas through a pipeline from theAlaska North Slope to the Lower 48 continues to be a top prior-ity for ConocoPhillips. We are encouraged by the progressbeing made in our negotiations under the Stranded GasDevelopment Act with the state. We hope the AlaskaLegislature will help us move forward with the project by sup-porting the fiscal contract presented to it by the administrationand the sponsor group.” ●

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down the 800-mile pipeline to marketsoutside Alaska. Two years ago theRegulatory Commission of Alaskaruled on a similar complaint from ship-pers, including Anadarko, and drasti-cally lowered the tariff for TAPS oilbeing used in-state. RCA also orderedthe pipeline’s owners to cough up sub-stantial refunds.

Currently the tariff for oil beingpurchased for in-state use is about$1.96 per barrel as compared to $3.01per barrel for oil headed outside thestate. The largest hike being proposedfrom TAPS owners is a 28 percent hikerequested by BP that would take theout-of-state rate from $3.01 to $3.86per barrel.

(See related stories on page A8 ofthis issue.)

—KAY CASHMAN

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Currently the tariff for oil beingpurchased for in-state use isabout $1.96 per barrel as

compared to $3.01 per barrel foroil headed outside the state.

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Volume 9, No. 51December 2004

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A heavyweight in the air businessAir Liquide manufactures and delivers a colorful array of gases

By SARAH HURST Petroleum Directory Contributing Writer

he story of Air Liquide began in 1902 when Frenchscientist Georges Claude invented the liquefaction ofair. He created the first neon lamp at around the sametime. Air Liquide is now the world leader in industrial

and medical gases and related services. A multinationalcorporation, it touched down in Alaska in 1968, when itbought out the old Anchorage Oxygen Co. Air Liquide hasgrown to four Alaska locations — Anchorage, Fairbanks,Kenai and Homer — and two plants throughout the state,providing employment for 65 Alaskans. It also has 12 dis-tributors in other parts of the state.

“We have been manufacturing nitrogen, oxygen andother gases and packaging them into cylinders since thebeginning,” said Brian Benson, one of Air Liquide’s salesand services representatives in Anchorage. “At one time,we manufactured carbon dioxide at this site until itbecame non-economic, but we still import bulk carbondioxide and manufacture dry ice on site. We now have anupgraded, FDA-approved, 35-ton-per-day air plant to sup-ply the state with oxygen, nitrogen. Acetylene is manufac-tured and cylinders serviced in Palmer. We are a certified‘Made in Alaska’ vendor.”

Acetylene is the hardest product to manufacturebecause it is a flammable gas and the safety precautionsare critical. The product that Air Liquide sells most of,however, is that rather essential item, oxygen.

Over 95 percent of productsmanufactured in Alaska

Air Liquide’s network in Alaska allows it to quicklymeet clients’ needs. Its stock levels provide for an over 94-percent fill rate on equipment orders, and an even higherlevel on gas orders. “Clients don’t have to deal with

Seattle for competitive pricing on equipment, and we haveit in stock,” said Benson. “We manufacture over 95 per-cent of our products here in the state — profits and taxespaid here, payrolls for Alaskans. We work hard for ourcustomers, and our success is a measure of that work.”

Most of the stock in Air Liquide is owned by Frenchinvestors, but it is also owned by employees and individu-als worldwide, including Americans. The Alaska company,like the others in the United States, is responsible for itsown profit and loss. “Our president and CEO for NorthAmerica, Pierre Dufour, is a French-Canadian, a realfriend of northern development; he has visited the fab-shops in Anchorage and been extremely supportive of ourAlaskan division development.”

Air Liquide’s general manager in Alaska is Bob Cook,who came to the state as a small child, graduated fromLathrop High School in Fairbanks, went to college inArizona and joined the company in 1975. He went frombeing an inside salesman to general manager in 1981.Cook has stayed with Air Liquide for most of his careerbecause he likes the way the Alaska operations havealways been independent of the larger company, andbecause there are always new challenges.

“We cover a massive amount of industries and I have agreat staff that works for me,” said Cook. “Every yearwe’ve had increases in revenues and we’ve more than dou-bled the number of employees in the state.” One of Cook’s

biggest achievements has been to continue to get capitalinvestment for the Alaska operations, which has allowedthe company to gain efficiencies and keep abreast of themarket growth. An example would be the replacement oftheir air separation plant, which doubled the size of theproduction facilities, he said.

Benson started out in the construction industry when hewas a teenager, and joined Air Liquide as a driver over 20years ago. “The organization believes in personal develop-

ment and promotion from within,” hesaid. In 1989 he moved from insidesalesman to manager of the carbon diox-ide division. Today, in addition to man-aging carbon dioxide sales in Alaska, healso manages on-site gas generatordevelopments, food process gases, weld-ing equipment and industrial gas sales.

Welding technology key element of company’s business

Welding technology is a key elementof Air Liquide’s business: it’s the largestsupplier of welding gas in Alaska.“Welding technology has gainedmomentum since the Egyptians learnedto forge rough iron together two millen-nia ago,” said Benson. “The connectionwith the manufacture of gases probablystarted when acetylene was discovered in1836. We manufacture special gases toweld the high tech, high

strength metals which metallurgists come upwith from time to time. We as an industry havebeen forced to develop gas chemistry to modi-fy and increase weld strength in these metals.Welding speed, deposition rates and productivi-ty are increased by using the right gas for theright job. It is one of the ways we can bondsteel with the ductility and strength needed formodules and pipelines used in the miserablycold regions of the Arctic.”

Besides the cylinders of individual gases,Air Liquide manufactures cylinders of mixedgas in Alaska. By changing the percentage vol-umes of different gases in the cylinder, differ-ent and more efficient welding gases can beproduced. The company also uses a patentedfilling procedure which produces morehomogenous mixtures that do not stratify in the cylinder.“We supply virtually everyone in the state who uses gas ofany kind, but out of respect to our customers, their busi-ness is entirely confidential,” said Benson.

Company has own fleet To transport its potentially hazardous products, Air

Liquide has its own fleet of 16 rolling stock, consisting oftractor trailers, bulk trailers and box trucks, as well as a

dedicated bulk carbon dioxide truck and pickups for “hot-shot” deliveries. “Distribution can be problematic due tothe driving conditions in the state, but not unsafe,” saidBenson. “We are regulated and controlled by theDepartment of Transportation’s Code of FederalRegulations Title 49, and keep our equipment at betterthan minimum conditions. By working with our DOT, wekeep our rolling stock safe and have a good relationship.We also work closely with the local fire and police depart-ments, and the Chemical Manufacturers’Association’s‘Responsible Care’ program to maintain a safe and secureenvironment for our employees and neighbors. Nothing ismore important than safety and security these days, and itis and has been a condition of employment since I startedhere.”

Centenary celebrated in 2002 In 2002 Air Liquide celebrated its centenary with open

houses in Alaska. There were live demonstrations of thenewest welding technologies, cutting and welding contests,plant tours and oxygen safety demonstrations put on bythe company’s emergency response team. Air Liquide hasno engineers on staff in Alaska: the company’s labs are inCountryside, Ill., where it designs gas mixtures and equip-ment for industry. It has patented innovations for hardwarein the electronic, water treatment, on-site gas generationand food industries, as well as welding. Thanks to thatwork, Air Liquide has introduced specialty welding mixes,food packaging gases, cryogenic food freezing and micro-bulk gas supply to Alaska.

For the future, the sky’s the limit. “We are trying tomaintain a dynamic, customer-oriented service organiza-tion, and we continue to invest in production capacity andemployee development to provide our clientele with supe-rior service,” said Benson. “The business requires continu-ous improvement to maintain our lead as the state’s lead-ing welding distributor and we will keep introducing newproducts, services and training to our customers in theAlaska region.” ●

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Air Liquide’s network in Alaska allows it to quickly meet clients’ needs. Its stock levels provide for an over 94-percent fill rate onequipment orders, and an even higher level on gas orders.

Air Liquide has an upgraded, FDA-approved, 35-ton-per-day air plant to supply thestate with oxygen and nitrogen.

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Companies involved in NorthAmerica’s oil and gas industry

AAce TransportAeromapAeromedAES Lynx EnterprisesAgriumAir LiquideAir Logistics of AlaskaAlaska Airlines CargoAlaska AnvilAlaska CoverallAlaska DreamsAlaska Interstate ConstructionAlaska Marine LinesAlaska Massage & Body WorksAlaska Railroad Corp.Alaska Rubber & SupplyAlaska SteelAlaska TelecomAlaska Tent & TarpAlaska TextilesAlaska USA Mortgage CompanyAlaska West ExpressAlliance, TheAlpine-MeadowAlyeska Prince HotelAmerican MarineAnchorage HiltonArctic ControlsArctic Fire & SafetyArctic FoundationsArctic Slope Telephone Assoc. Co-opArctic StructuresArctic Wire Rope & SupplyASRC Energy ServicesASRC Energy Services

Engineering & TechnologyASRC Energy Services

Operations & MaintenanceASRC Energy Service

Pipeline Power &CommunicationsAvalon Development

B-FBadger ProductionsBaker HughesBrooks Range SupplyCapital Office SystemsCarlile Transportation ServicesCarolina MatChiulista Camp ServicesCN AquatrainColvilleConocoPhillips AlaskaCoremongersCraig Taylor EquipmentCrowley AlaskaCruz ConstructionDowland - Bach Corp.

Doyon DrillingDoyon LTDDoyon Universal ServicesDynamic Capital ManagementEngineered Fire and SafetyENSR AlaskaEpoch Well ServicesEra AviationESS/On-Site Camp ServicesEvergreen Helicopters of AlaskaFairweather Companies, TheFriends of PetsFrontier Flying Service

G-MGene's ChryslerGolder AssociatesGreat Northern EngineeringGreat NorthwestHanover CanadaHawk ConsultantsHorizon Well Logging, Inc.Hunter 3DIdentity WearhouseIndustrial Project ServicesInspirationsJackovich Industrial

& Construction SupplyJudy Patrick PhotographyKakivik Asset ManagementKenai AviationKenworth AlaskaKuukpik Arctic CateringKuukpik/VeritasKuukpik - LCMFLasser Inc.LCMFLCMF - Barrow Village Response TeamLounsbury & AssociatesLynden Air CargoLynden Air FreightLynden Inc.Lynden InternationalLynden LogisticsLynden TransportMapmakers of AlaskaMarathon OilMarketing SolutionsMayflower CateringMEDC InternationalMI SwacoMichael Baker Jr.MWHMRO Sales

N-PNabors Alaska DrillingNabors IndustriesNANA/Colt EngineeringNANA Oilfield Services

Natco CanadaNature Conservancy, TheNEI Fluid TechnologyNordic CalistaNorth Slope TelecomNorthern Air CargoNorthern Transportation Co.Northwestern Arctic AirOffshore DiversOilfield ImprovementsPacific Detroit Diesel-AllisonPacific Rim Institute

of Safety and Management (PRISM)PanalpinaPDC/Harris GroupPeak Oilfield Service Co.PencoPerkins CoiePetroleum Equipment & ServicesPetrotechnical Resources of AlaskaPGS OnshorePrecision PowerPrudhoe Bay Shop & Storage

Q-ZQUADCORanes & Shine WeldingRenew Air TaxiRockwood Inspection ServicesSalt + Light CreativeSchlumbergerSecurity AviationSeekins FordSmith Consulting ServicesSOLOCO Dura-BaseSpan-Alaska ConsolidatorsSpenard Builders SupplySTEELFABStorm Chasers Marine ServicesSunshine Custom PromotionsTaiga VenturesThrifty Car RentalTOTETotem Equipment & SupplyTravco Industrial HousingUdelhoven Oilfield Systems ServicesUmiat CommercialUnique MachineUnitech of AlaskaUnivar USAU.S. Bearings and DrivesUsibelli Coal MineVECOWeaver BrothersWelding ServicesWorksafeXTO Energy

B4 PETROLEUM NEWS • WEEK OF DECEMBER 19, 2004PETROLEUM DIRECTORY

Access Road/Work Surface

SOLOCO (Dura Base)207 Town Center Pky.Lafayette, LA 70506-7524Contact: Keith Pearson or Don CouvillonPhone: (337) 981-5058Fax: (337) 984-9241Email: kpearson@solocollc.com or dcouvillon@solo-collc.comDURA-BASE COMPOSITE MAT SYSTEM is the world’smost advanced solution for temporary surfaces includ-ing heavy-duty roads, turnarounds, work and stagingareas. It’s strength and durability allows you to workyear-round in the harshest conditions. Installs andcleans up quickly. It’s a permanent solution to yourtemporary road and work surface needs.

Air Passenger/Charter & Support

Air Logistics of Alaska1915 Donald Ave.Fairbanks, AK 99701Phone: (907) 452-1197Fax: (907) 452-4539Contact: Dave ScarbroughPhone: Anchorage: (907) 248-3335Email: dscarbrough@airlogak.comHelicopter contract and charter services.

ERA Aviation6160 Carl Brady DriveAnchorage, AK 99502Contact: Bryan BlixhavnPhone: (907) 248-4422Fax: (907) 266-8383Email: info@eraaviation.comWeb site: www.eraaviation.comHelicopter and fixed wing contract and charter servic-es; scheduled airline service.

Evergreen Helicopters of Alaska1936 Merrill Field DriveAnchorage, AK 99501Contact: Joy Journeay, marketing mgr.Phone: (907) 257-1519Fax: (907) 257-1535Email: joy@evergreenak.comContact: Greg Thies, director, marketingPhone: (907) 257-1504Email: g.thies@evergreenak.comContact: Christina Wallace, director, salesPhone: (907) 257-1513Email: christina.wallace@evergreenaviation.comNome office: (907) 443-5334Airlines office: (907) 257-1500Website: evergreenaviation.comEvergreen’s diverse fleet has provided award-winningsafety to Alaskans since 1960 in petroleum exploration& production, firefighting, forestry, construction,search & rescue, cargo transport, and utility transmis-sion.

Kenai AviationP.O. Box 46Kenai, AK 99611Contact: Bob or Jim BielefeldPhone: (907) 283-4124Phone: (800) 478-4124 (within Alaska)Fax: (907) 283-5267Email: kb@chugach.netAir taxi services provided since 1961 state wide, mostlyCook Inlet. Single engine and twin Bonanza.

LyndenAlaska Marine LinesAlaska Railbelt MarineAlaska West ExpressLynden Air CargoLynden Air FreightLynden InternationalLynden LogisticsLynden Transport6441 S. Airpark Pl.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Jeanine St. JohnPhone: (907) 245-1544Fax: (907) 245-1744Email: custsvc@lynden.comThe combined scope of the Lynden companies includestruckload and less-than-truckload highway connec-tions, scheduled barges, intermodal bulk chemicalhauls, scheduled and chartered air freighters, domesticand international air forwarding and international seaforwarding services.

Northern Air Cargo3900 W. International Airport Rd. Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Nick Karnos, acct. mgr. Anch./Prudhoe BayPhone: (907) 249-5161Fax: (907) 249-5194Email: nkarnos@nac.aeroWeb site: www.nac.aeroServing the aviation needs of rural Alaska for almost50 years, NAC is the states largest all cargo carriermoving nearly 100 million pounds of cargo onscheduled flights to 17 of Alaska’s busiest airports.NAC’s fleet of DC-6, B-727, and ATR-42 aircraft areavailable for charters to remote sites and flag stops

to 44 additional communities.

Northwestern Arctic Air6231 S. Airpark Pl.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Judy McClellan, office mgr.Phone: (907) 245-4566Fax: (907) 245-4567Email: pugslie@pobox.alaska.netWeb site: www.NWArcticAirAK.comOn-demand, worldwide, air charter service, Russia Far-East experience, medical transports, express packagedelivery, secure convenient, cost-effective, 24/7.Member Medallion Foundation.

Renew Air TaxiP.O. Box 61230Fairbanks, AK 99706Contact: Bob WenerPhone: (907) 457-7287Fax: (907) 457-7288Email: renew1@aol.comWeb site: www.RenewAir.comOther Office:Dillingham, AK 99576Phone: (907) 842-3440Turbine Otter air support for remote seismic explo-ration, mining and construction sites. Cargo, fuel andpassengers on wheels, wheel skis and amphibianfloats.

Security Aviation3600 W. International Airport Rd., Ste. 1Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: S. Joe KapperPhone: (907) 248-2677 – 24 hour serviceFax: (907) 248-6911Email: lhansen@securityaviation.bizWeb site: www.securityaviation.bizAll twin engine turbine and piston fleet. Alaska,Canada, Lower 48. Crew changes, hot freight/HAZMAT,VIP tours, emergency response and aerial surveys.Approved by all oil and gas companies, AlyeskaPipeline Service Co., Dept. of Defense, Dept. of Interior,Dept. of Transportation and the State of Alaska.

Architecture

Kuukpik - LCMF139 E. 51st Ave.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Richard Rearick, architectural mgr.Contact: Derek Howard, survey mgr.Contact: Wiley Wilhelm, engineering mgr.Phone: (907) 273-1830Fax: (907) 273-1831Email: receptionist@lcmf.comOther Offices:Barrow: (907) 852-8212Email: ktoovak@ukpik.comAlpine: (907) 670-4739Email: alp1035@ppco.comArctic specialized architectural and engineeringdesign for all structures; water/sewer, fuel and trans-portation systems design; contractor support survey-ing and permitting for oil and gas development;dredging operations, remote site land and hydro-graphic surveying.

Arctic Engineering

ASRC Energy Services3900 C St., Ste. 701Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Jack Laasch, exec. vp strategic dev. and exter-nal affairsPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: jack.laasch@asrcenergry.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comOil and gas services, engineering, construction, opera-tions, maintenance, pipeline construction and mainte-nance, project management, geological and geophysi-cal, drilling and completion engineering, well stimula-tion, exploration services.

ASRC Energy Services – Engineering andTechnology3900 C St.Anchorage, AK 99503

SERVICES, EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Access Road/Work Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B4Air Passenger/Charter & Support . . . . . . . . . . . . .B4Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B4Arctic Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B4Arctic Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Aviation Fuel Sales/Bulk Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Buildings – Lease Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Buildings – Modular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Camps, Catering & Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Cash Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Cellular Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Chemicals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Chemical Analytical Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Civil & Hazardous Waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B5Commercial Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B6Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B6Computer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B6Construction Equipment & Materials . . . . . . . . . .B6Construction Project Management . . . . . . . . . . . .B7Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B7Contractors - General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B7Contractors - Pipeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B8Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B8Corrosion Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B8Drilling & Well Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B8Drug Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B8Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B8Employee Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B8Energy Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B10Engineering Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B10Environmental Engineering & Consulting . . . . .B11Environmental Response & Cleanup . . . . . . . . . .B12Environmental Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B12Equipment & Heavy Hauling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B12Equipment Sales/Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B13Expeditor/Clerk Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B13Fertilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B13Financial Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B13Fire Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B13Freight/Shipping & Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B14Fueling Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B15General Oilfield Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B15Geophysical & Geological Services . . . . . . . . . . .B15Health Care Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B15Helicopter Contract/Charter Services . . . . . . . . .B16Hoses, Hydraulic & Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16Industrial Gases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16Industrial Parts & Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16Inspection Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16Instrumentation Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16Laboratory Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16

Legal Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16Logistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B16Machining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B17Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B17Management Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B17Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B17Marine Propulsion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B17Marine Services & Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . .B17Mat Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Mechanical & Electrical Inspection . . . . . . . . . . .B18Medical Facilities & Emergency Response . . . . .B18Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Metal Distributors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Movers/Relocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Mud & Mudlogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Office Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Oilfield Service & Rig Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B18Pipe & Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Pipeline Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Power Generation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Process Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Procurement Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Production Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Recycling Waste Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Reporting Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Rigging Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Right of Way Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B19Safety Equipment & Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B20Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B20Seismic & Geophysical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B20Shops/Storage Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B20Soil Stabilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B20Space Design/Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B20Steel Fabrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Steel Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Surveying & Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Tank Fabrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Telephone Equipment & Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Temporary Placement Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Underwater NDT & Photography . . . . . . . . . . . .B21Underwater Welding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B22Vehicle Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B22Vehicle Sales/Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B22Welding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B22Weld Repairs/Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B22Wire Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B22

OIL COMPANIES

Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B22

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Contact: John Lewis, vp operationsPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: john.lewis@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comDrilling and completion engineering,well stimulation, facilities engineering,upstream exploration and productionservices, geological and geophysicalservices, automation, electrical andinstrumentation, platform renovationand construction.

Golder Associates1750 Abbott Rd., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bob Dugan, mgr., TomKrzewinski, Mark Musial, Bucky TartPhone: (907) 344-6001Fax: (907) 344-6011Website: www.golder.comProviding geotechnical engineering,water resource, and geosciences servicesin support of resource developmentprojects in Alaska and the Arctic. Otheroffices worldwide.

Great Northern Engineering137 E. Arctic Ave.Palmer, AK 99645Contact: John H. Riggs, general mgr.Phone: (907) 745-6988Fax: (907) 745-0591Email: gne@mtaonline.netWebsite: www.greatnorthernengineer-ing.comAnchorage office: 561-0200Kenai office: 283-5199Great Northern Engineering (GNE) is afull-service engineering firm specializingin industrial power and petro-chemicalengineering. Complete engineeringservices in mechanical, electrical, civil,structural, rotating equipment, and cor-rosion engineering. Consulting servicesin project design, preparation of projectdocuments, bid assistance, project man-agement, cost estimating and inspectionservices.

Arctic Gear

PGS Onshore341 W. Tudor Rd., Ste. 206Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Larry Watt, Alaska area mgr. Phone: (907) 569-4049Fax: (907) 569-4047Email: larry.watt@pgsonshore.comHouston Office738 Hwy 6 South, Ste 900Houston, TX 77079Contact: Gehrig SchultzPhone: (281) 589-6732Fax: (281) 589-6685Email: gehrig.schultz@pgsonshore.comGeophysical acquisition and processingfor the petroleum industry. PGS Onshoreprovides fully rubber tracked Arctic geo-physical crews to acquire the highestdensity data with the softest environ-mental footprint on the North Slope.

Aviation Fuel Sales/Bulk Diesel

NANA Oilfield Svc. (NOSI)Box 340112Prudhoe Bay, AK 99508Contact: Jim McGraw/Rick HofreiterPhone: (907) 659-2840Fax: (907) 659-2289Email: jim.mcgraw@nana.com/rick.hofre-iter@nana.comWeb site: www.nanaoilfield.comProvides support services to all majorcompanies active in oil exploration ordevelopment on Alaska’s North Slope inaddition to service companies, contrac-tors and government agencies withongoing activities in the Prudhoe Bayarea. Provide equipment and vehiclerental and operate the Chevron fuel dis-tributorship in Deadhorse.

Umiat Commercial2700 S. Cushman St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Mike TolbertPhone: (907) 452-6631Fax: (907) 451-8632Email: mike@taigaventures.comUCC provides lodging and fuel sales atUmiat located on the Colville River. Weare open 24 hours a day everyday of theyear.

Bearings

U.S. Bearings & Drives

611 E. International Airport Rd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Dena Kelley, operations mgr.Phone: 563-3000Fax: 563-1003Email: dkelley@bearings.comWeb site: www.bearings.comU.S. Bearings & Drives, formerly BESCOhas been providing bearings and drivecomponents to our Alaskan customerssince 1952. We offer quality componentsand experienced personnel.

Buildings — Lease Space

Prudhoe Bay Shop & StorageDeadhorse AirportDeadhorse, AK 99734Contact: J. Harper Gaston, presidentP.O. Box 670Greenville, GA 30222Phone: (706) 672-0999Fax: (706) 672-1188Email: jcrlcr@numail.orgSpace designed for oilfield services.Located one-half mile north ofDeadhorse airport. 800 sf.–1,200 sf.individual or combined units. Rentincludes heat, snow removal, mainte-nance and repairs.

Buildings — Modular

Alaska Cover-All LLC 6740 Jollipan Crt.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Paul Nelson, mgr.Phone: (907) 346-1319Fax: (907) 346-4400Email: paul@alaskacoverall.comContact: Henry Brown Phone: (907) 646-1219National Call Center: 1-800-268-3768We are the Alaska dealers for Cover-AllBuilding Systems. Steel framed, fullyengineered, LDPE fabric covered,portable buildings in 18 to 270 footwidths and any length.

Alaska Dreams522 Goldstreak Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99712Contact: M. Huser, presidentPhone: (907) 455-7712Fax: (907) 455-7713Email: AlaskaDreams@att.netSpecialized in design, sales and construc-tion of fabric covered steel buildings, acost efficient building solution for manyapplications. We offer our worldwide,longtime experience for your futureproject.

Arctic Structures9312 Vanguard Dr., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Ray GipsonPhone: (907) 522-2425Fax: (907) 522-2426Email: raygipson@arcticstructures.comCamps, offices, classrooms, clinics, etc. –large inventory of modular buildings forrent/sale or custom build – MANUFAC-TURED IN ALASKA. Supply/erect pre-engineered metal buildings.

Travco Industrial Housing, Ltd.1507 8 St.Nisku, Alberta, Canada T9E 7S7Contact: Stewart Orange, sales rep.Phone: (888) 387-2826Fax: (780) 955-8938Email: sorange@ptigroup.com Web site: www.travco.caTravco is a world-class manufacturer ofindustrial and commercial modularstructures. Our modular structures areused around the world as work camps,offices, wellsites, resorts, schools, etc.

Camps, Catering & Lodging

Alaska Tent & Tarp529 Front St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Jim Haselberger

Phone: (907) 456-6328Fax: (907) 452-5260Email: aktent@ptialaska.netWeb site: www.ptialaska.net/~aktent

Arctic Structures9312 Vanguard Dr., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Ray GipsonPhone: (907) 522-2425Fax: (907) 522-2426Email: raygipson@arcticstructures.comCamps, offices, classrooms, clinics, etc. –large inventory of modular buildings forrent/sale or custom build – MANUFAC-TURED IN ALASKA. Supply/erect pre-engineered metal buildings.

Chiulista Camp Services/MayflowerCatering6613 Brayton Dr., Ste. CAnchorage, AK 99507Contact: George B. Gardner, pres/gmPhone: (907) 278-2208Fax: (907) 677-7261Email: ggardner@calistacorp.comThe 100 percent Alaska Native ownedand operated catering company on theNorth Slope, catering and housekeepingto your tastes, not ours.

Doyon Ltd.Doyon Universal Services101 W. Benson Blvd., Ste. 503Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Mark Huber, general mgr.Phone: (907) 522-1300Fax: (907) 522-3531Website: www.doyon.comDoyon Universal Services providesremote site catering and camp servicesthroughout Alaska. They also providesecurity service for the Trans AlaskaPipeline and other prominent locations.

ESS/On-Site Camp Svc.11419 Alaska Rd.Fort St. John, B.C. V1J 6N2 Can.Contact: Daryl RaynerPhone: (250) 785-0215Fax: (250) 785-0270Email: daryl@on-sitecamp.comWeb site: www.on-sitecamp.comA specialized catering company experi-enced in all aspects or remote campservices including site selection, clear-ing, transportation, permit require-ments, native consultation, top qualityfood and lodging services.

Kuukpik Arctic Catering5761 Silverado Way, Ste PAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Rick MacMillanPhone: (907) 562-5588Fax: (907) 562-5898Email: rickkac@aol.com

Travco Industrial Housing, Ltd.1507 8 St.Nisku, Alberta, Canada T9E 7S7Contact: Stewart Orange, sales rep.Phone: (888) 387-2826Fax: (780) 955-8938Email: sorange@ptigroup.com Web site: www.travco.caTravco is a world-class manufacturer ofindustrial and commercial modularstructures. Our modular structures areused around the world as work camps,offices, wellsites, resorts, schools, etc.

Umiat Commercial2700 S. Cushman St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Mike TolbertPhone: (907) 452-6631Fax: (907) 451-8632Email: mike@taigaventures.comUCC provides lodging and fuel sales atUmiat located on the Colville River. Weare open 24 hours a day everyday of theyear.

Cellular Communications

ASTAC4300 B St., Ste. 501

Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Erin EalumPhone: (907) 563-3989Phone: 1-800-478-6409Fax: (907) 563-1932Email: info@astac.netFull service cellular company providingcellular and wireless solutions, includingequipment sales and service, wirelessInternet, maintenance and installationto the North Slope region of Alaska.

Chemicals

AgriumP.O. Box 575Kenai, AK 99611Contact: Lisa Parker, govt. relationsPhone: (907) 776-3275Fax: (907) 776-5579Email: lparker@agrium.comWeb site: www.agrium.comValue added manufacturer of fertilizerproducts.

MI SWACO721 W. First Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501 &225 W. 92nd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99515Contact: Craig BieberPhone: (907) 274-5564Email: mialaska@alaska.net or dsr@alas-ka.netMI SWACO DSR combines Alaska know-how and global strength to provide theoil industry with a full-service drillingpartner

Univar USA590 E. 100th Ave.Anchorage, AK 990515Contact: Ken LambertsenPhone: (907) 344-7444Fax: (907) 522-1486Email: Ken.Lambertsen@univarusa.comWeb site: www.univarusa.comWorld’s largest industrial chemical dis-tributor serving Alaskans since 1924.Industrial emphasis in oil and gas refin-ing, procuring and gas treating.

U.S. Bearings & Drives611 E. International Airport Rd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Dena Kelley, operations mgr.Phone: 563-3000Fax: 563-1003Email: dkelley@bearings.comWeb site: www.bearings.comU.S. Bearings & Drives, formerly BESCOhas been providing bearings and drivecomponents to our Alaskan customerssince 1952. We offer quality componentsand experienced personnel.

Chemical Analytical Lab

Univar USA590 E. 100th Ave.Anchorage, AK 990515Contact: Ken LambertsenPhone: (907) 344-7444Fax: (907) 522-1486Email: Ken.Lambertsen@univarusa.comWeb site: www.univarusa.comWorld’s largest industrial chemical dis-tributor serving Alaskans since 1924.Industrial emphasis in oil and gas refin-ing, procuring and gas treating.

Civil & Hazardous Waste

MWH1835 S. Bragaw St., Ste. 350Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Brett JokelaPhone: (907) 248-8883Fax: (907) 248-8884Email: Brett.Jokela@mwhglobal.comThe engineers, scientists, and construc-tors of MWH provide innovative projectsand solutions for clients throughoutAlaska and Worldwide.

Univar USA590 E. 100th Ave.Anchorage, AK 990515Contact: Ken LambertsenPhone: (907) 344-7444Fax: (907) 522-1486Email: Ken.Lambertsen@univarusa.comWeb site: www.univarusa.comWorld’s largest industrial chemical dis-tributor serving Alaskans since 1924.Industrial emphasis in oil and gas refin-ing, procuring and gas treating.

Notice to advertisersCompanies contracted to advertise in Petroleum News are invited to supply color or

black and white photos for this directory. Contact Wadeen Hepworth for details:Call (907) 770-3506, email whepworth@PetroleumNews.com or submit photos or

slides by mail to Wadeen’s attention at Petroleum News, P.O. Box 231651, Anchorage,AK 99523. All photos should be accompanied by a caption explaining when the picturewas taken and describing what’s in it.

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Commercial Diving

American Marine Corp.6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comAmerican Marine Corp. provides fullservice marine construction and divingservices throughout Alaska and thePacific Basin.

Offshore Divers5400 Eielson St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don Ingraham, owner/mgr.Contact: Leif Simcox, owner/oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-9060Fax: (907) 563-9061Email: don@offshoredivers.comWeb site: http//www.offshoredivers.comOffshore Divers is an Alaska owned div-ing contractor specializing in sub-sea oil-field work on mooring systems,pipelines, platforms and docks in CookInlet, on the North Slope and in Valdez.

Storm Chasers Marine Svc.P.O. Box 757Seward, AK 99664Contact: Mica Van BuskirkPhone: (907) 224-3536Fax: (907) 224-6080Email: info@stormchasersmarine.comProviding quality marine services inAlaska for over 15 years. Commercialdiving, underwater welding, underwaterinspection with video, vessel repair,marine construction and marine salvageservices.

Communications

Alaska Telecom6623 Brayton Dr.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Kevin GrayPhone: (907) 344-1223Fax: (907) 344-1612Email: klg@alaskatelecom.comFairbanks Office:713 Gaffney Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Becky CummingsPhone: (907) 456-1223Providing telecommunications supportto oil exploration and production com-panies and contractors. Satellite commu-nications, voice, data, microwave,VHF/UHF radio, engineering and installa-tion.

ASRC Energy Services – Pipeline,Power & Communications3900 C St., Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Wade BlasingamePhone: (907) 339-6400Fax: (907) 339-6444Email:wade.blasingame@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comPipeline construction and maintenance,fiber optic cable installation.

ASTAC4300 B St., Ste. 501Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Erin EalumPhone: (907) 563-3989Phone: 1-800-478-6409Fax: (907) 563-1932Email: info@astac.netProviding local and long distance serv-ice, Internet, maintenance and training,consultation, installation, engineering,Centrex, custom calling features, digitalcross connect service, and digital dataservice to the North Slope region ofAlaska.

Marketing Solutions3330 C. St., Ste. 101Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Laurie Fagnani,president/ownerPhone: (907) 569-7070Fax: (907) 569-7090Email: lfagnani@marketingsol.netWeb site: www.marketingsol.netMarketing Solutions is a full-serviceaward-winning advertising and publicrelations firm that promotes clients inthe industries statewide.

MEDC International5829 West Sam Houston Pkwy, North,Ste.1005Houston, TX 77041Contact: Phil Hausman, sales mgr. -AmericasPhone: (713) 937-9772Fax: (713) 937-9773Cell: (713) 410-1144Email: phausman@medcint.comOther Office: MEDC Ltd. – UKWeb site: www.medc.comMEDC design, manufacture and sell arange of UL/CSA/ATEX-NEC/IEC approvedfield devices for fire & gas and commu-nications systems for use in potentiallyexplosive atmospheres.

Michael Baker Jr.4601 Business Park Blvd., Ste. 42

Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bud Alto, business unit mgr.Phone: (907) 273-1600Fax: (907) 273-1699Email: jalto@mbakercorp.comWeb site: www.mbakercorp.comJuneau office: 175 Franklin St., Ste. 420Juneau, AK 99801Contact: McKie Campbell, Sr. environ-mental mgr.Phone: (907) 463-3171Fax: (907) 463-3107Email: mckie@gci.netMulti-discipline firm with project man-agement, permitting, fiber optic, civil,structural, mechanical, electrical, andinstrumentation services. Establishedoffices in Anchorage and Juneau pro-vide diversified staff accepting the chal-lenges, delivering excellence.

North Slope Telecom2020 E. Dowling, Ste. 3Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bill Laxson, presidentPhone: (907) 562-4693Fax: (907) 562-0818Email: info@nstiak.comWeb site: www.nstiak.comTwenty years of arctic experience indesign and installation of microwave,satellite, fiber optic, radio, paging, tele-phone equipment and systems. Towerconstruction, inspection and mainte-nance.

Computer Software

Lasser Inc.3244 NW Grand Blvd.Oklahoma City, OK 73116Contact: Owen Lowe, sales/RichieWorthington, supportPhone: (405) 842-4010Fax: (405) 840-6092Email: lpd-sales@lasser.comWeb site: www.lasser.comLasser production data provides histori-cal oil and gas production on CD-ROMas well as digital and hard copy maps.

Construction Equipment & Materials

Alaska Dreams522 Goldstreak Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99712Contact: M. Huser, presidentPhone: (907) 455-7712Fax: (907) 455-7713Email: AlaskaDreams@att.netAs an independent Rockford steel build-ing dealer we provide full service, indus-try leading hi-tech durable steel con-struction. The fully engineered and com-plete buildings guarantee fast and eco-nomical on site erection.

Brooks Range SupplyPouch 3400081 Old Spine RoadPrudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly, gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special. projectsPhone: (907) 659-2550Toll Free: (866) 659-2550Fax: (907) 659-2650Email: brooks@astacalaska.comYour source on the Slope for safety sup-plies, welding supplies, automotive andtruck parts, hardware, tools, steel, build-ing materials, glass, propane, hydraulichoses and fittings, paint and chemicals.Napa and True Value Hardware distribu-tion.

Great NorthwestP.O. Box 74646Fairbanks, AK 99704-4646Contact: Buzz OtisPhone: (907) 452-5617Fax: (907) 456-7779Email: info@grtnw.comWeb site: www.grtnw.comSpecializing in cold weather and heavycivil construction, gravel and rock prod-ucts, site-work, petroleum industry con-struction, erosion control, undergroundutilities and reclamation services.

Jackovich Industrial & ConstructionSupplyFairbanks: 1600 Wells St.Attn: Buz JackovichPhone: (907) 456-4414Fax: (907) 452-4846Anchorage: 1716 Post RoadAttn: Steve SlonePhone: (907) 277-1406Fax: (907) 258-170024 hour emergency service. With 30 yearsof experience, we're experts on arctic con-ditions and extreme weather.

Spenard Builders Supply4412 Lois DriveAnchorage, AK 99517Contact: Sean LangtonPhone: (907) 563-3141Fax: (907) 261-9140Email: slangton@sbsalaska.comSBS is Alaska’s largest source of buildingmaterials with 14 locations throughoutthe state. Specialized oilfield supportprovided through our Commercial Salesdivision.

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Construction ProjectManagement

Alaska Anvil509 W. 3rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501–2237Contact: Frank WeissPhone: (907) 276-2747Fax: (907) 279-4088Web site: anvilcorp.comOther office: Kenai50720 Kenai Spur Hwy, Mile 24.5Kenai, AK 99611Phone: (907) 776-5870Fax: (907) 770-5871Multi-discipline engineering and designservices including construction manage-ment for petro-chemical and heavyindustrial client projects.

Doyon Ltd.Doyon Universal Services101 W. Benson Blvd., Ste. 503Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Mark Huber, general mgr.Phone: (907) 522-1300Fax: (907) 522-3531Website: www.doyon.comDoyon Universal Services providesremote site catering and camp servicesthroughout Alaska. They also providesecurity service for the Trans AlaskaPipeline and other prominent locations.

Great Northern Engineering137 E. Arctic Ave.Palmer, AK 99645Contact: John H. Riggs, general mgr.Phone: (907) 745-6988Fax: (907) 745-0591Email: gne@mtaonline.netWebsite: www.greatnorthernengineer-ing.comAnchorage office: 561-0200Kenai office: 283-5199Great Northern Engineering (GNE) is afull-service engineering firm specializingin industrial power and petro-chemicalengineering. Complete engineeringservices in mechanical, electrical, civil,structural, rotating equipment, and cor-rosion engineering. Consulting servicesin project design, preparation of projectdocuments, bid assistance, project man-agement, cost estimating and inspectionservices.

Great NorthwestP.O. Box 74646Fairbanks, AK 99704-4646Contact: Buzz OtisPhone: (907) 452-5617Fax: (907) 456-7779Email: info@grtnw.comWeb site: www.grtnw.comSpecializing in cold weather and heavycivil construction, gravel and rock prod-ucts, site-work, petroleum industry con-struction, erosion control, undergroundutilities and reclamation services.

Hawk Consultants200 W. 34th Ave., Ste. 809Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Maynard Tapp, presidentPhone: (907) 278-1877Fax: (907) 278-1889Email: info@hawkpros.comProviding people and resources to theoil, gas, power, telecommunication andpublic works industries. Services includestrategic planning, full service projectmanagement team consulting/outsourc-ing, supplemental professionals, profes-sionals, management consulting services.

Lounsbury and Associates723 W. 6th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Craig L. Savage, presidentE-mail: csavage@lounsburyinc.comContact: Jim Sawhill, vpEmail: jsawhill@lounsburyinc.comPhone: (907) 272-5451Fax: (907) 272-9065Toll Free: (800) 478-5451Website: www.lounsburyinc.comProvides civil engineering and projectmanagement services for oilfield devel-opment. Recent projects include: Tarn,Pam and Colville Delta North.

Michael Baker Jr.4601 Business Park Blvd., Ste. 42Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: John M. Eldred, business unitmgr.Phone: (907) 273-1115Fax: (907) 273-1699

Email: jeldred@mbakercorp.comWebsite: www.mbakercorp.comJuneau office: 175 Franklin St., Ste. 420Juneau, AK 99801Contact: McKie Campbell, sr. environ-mental mgr.Phone: (907) 463-3171Fax: (907) 463-3107Email: mckie@gci.netEngineering skills include civil, structural,mechanical, electrical, project manage-ment, GIS, and hydrology. Energy servic-es include CMMS (computerized mainte-nance management), managed opera-tion and maintenance, training/compe-tency services, and other related energyservices.

NANA/Colt Engineering700 G Street, 5th floorAnchorage, AK 99501Phone: (907) 273-3900Fax: (907) 273-3990Contact: John MinierNANA/Colt offers project management,engineering, design, construction man-agement, and procurement services tothe oil industry.

VECO949 E. 36th Ave., Ste. 500Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Emily CrossPhone: (907) 762-1510Fax: (907) 762-1001Email: emily.cross@veco.comWeb site: www.VECO.comVECO is a multi-national corporationthat provides services, project manage-ment, engineering, procurement, con-struction, operations and maintenance –to the energy, resource and processindustries and the public sector.

Consulting

Kuukpik/Veritas2000 E. 88th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Jeff HastingsPhone: (907) 276-6037Fax: (907) 279-5740Email: Jeff_Hastings@VeritasDGC.com

Contractors — General

Alaska Interstate ConstructionP.O. Box 233769Anchorage, AK 99523Contact: John EllsworthPhone: (907) 562-2792Fax: (907) 562-4179Email: info@aicllc.comWebsite: www.aicllc.comAIC provides cost-effective solutions toresource development industries. Weprovide innovative ideas to meet eachrequirement through the provision ofbest-in-class people and equipment cou-pled with exceptional performance.

Alaska Telecom6623 Brayton Dr.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Kevin GrayPhone: (907) 344-1223Fax: (907) 344-1612Email: klg@alaskatelecom.comFairbanks Office:713 Gaffney Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Becky CummingsPhone: (907) 456-1223Providing telecommunications supportto oil exploration and production com-panies and contractors. Satellite commu-nications, voice, data, microwave,VHF/UHF radio, engineering and installa-tion.

American Marine Corp.6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comAmerican Marine Corp. provides fullservice marine construction and divingservices throughout Alaska and thePacific Basin.

Arctic Structures9312 Vanguard Dr., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Ray GipsonPhone: (907) 522-2425Fax: (907) 522-2426

Email: raygipson@arcticstructures.comCamps, offices, classrooms, clinics, etc. –large inventory of modular buildings forrent/sale or custom build – MANUFAC-TURED IN ALASKA. Supply/erect pre-engineered metal buildings.

ASRC Energy Services3900 C St., Ste. 701Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Jack Laasch, exec. vp strategicdev. and external affairsPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: jack.laasch@asrcenergry.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comOil and gas services, engineering, con-struction, operations, maintenance,pipeline construction and maintenance,project management, geological andgeophysical, drilling and completionengineering, well stimulation, explo-ration services.

ASRC Energy Services – Operationsand Maintenance3900 C St.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Mark Nelson, exec. vpPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: mark.nelson@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comOil and gas services, industrial construc-tion, operations and maintenance, mod-ule fabrication and assembly, projectmanagement and non-destructive test-ing.

Cruz ConstructionHC04 Box 9323Palmer, AK 99645Contact: Dave or Dana CruzPhone: (907) 746-3144Fax: (907) 746-5557Email: cruzco@alaska.netGeneral contractor specializing in heavycivil construction, horizontal directiondrilling for utilities. Ice road and icebridge construction throughout Alaskain support of resource development.

Great NorthwestP.O. Box 74646Fairbanks, AK 99704-4646Contact: Buzz Otis

Phone: (907) 452-5617Fax: (907) 456-7779Email: info@grtnw.comWeb site: www.grtnw.comSpecializing in cold weather and heavycivil construction, gravel and rock prod-ucts, site-work, petroleum industry con-struction, erosion control, undergroundutilities and reclamation services.

MWH1835 S. Bragaw St., Ste. 350Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Brett JokelaPhone: (907) 248-8883Fax: (907) 248-8884Email: Brett.Jokela@mwhglobal.comThe engineers, scientists, and construc-tors of MWH provide innovative projectsand solutions for clients throughoutAlaska and Worldwide.

Peak Oilfield Service2525 C St., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bill Stamps, business develop-ment/ex. affairsPhone: (907) 263-7000Fax: (907) 263-7070Email: billstamps@peakalaska.comWeb site: www.peakalaska.comAlaska based general contractors.

Udelhoven Oilfield System Services Anchorage office:184 E. 53rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 344-1577Fax: (907) 522-2541Nikiski office:P.O. Box 8349Nikiski, AK 99635Phone: (907) 776-5185Fax: (907) 776-8105Prudhoe office:Pouch 340103Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Phone: (907) 659-8093Fax: (907) 659-8489Serving Alaska for more than 25 years.

Welding ServicesP.O. Box 7248Nikiski, AK 99635Mile 20.5 Kenai Spur Hwy.North Kenai, AK

B8 PETROLEUM NEWS • WEEK OF DECEMBER 19, 2004PETROLEUM DIRECTORYContact: Keith T. RahamPhone: (907) 776-8279Fax: (907) 776-8279Cell Phone: (907) 252-5466General Contractor #27005. Oilfield andgeneral welding fabrication and repairservices including aluminum, stainlesssteel and carbon steel.

Contractors — Pipeline

ASRC Energy Services – Pipeline,Power & Communications3900 C St., Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Wade BlasingamePhone: (907) 339-6400Fax: (907) 339-6444Email:wade.blasingame@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comPipeline construction and maintenance,fiber optic cable installation.

Peak Oilfield Service2525 C St., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bill Stamps, business develop-ment/ex. affairsPhone: (907) 263-7000Fax: (907) 263-7070Email: billstamps@peakalaska.comWeb site: www.peakalaska.comAlaska based general contractors.

Control Systems

Arctic Controls1120 E. 5th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Scott Stewart, presidentPhone: (907) 277-7555Fax: (907) 277-9295Email: sstewart@arcticcontrols.comWebsite: www.arcticcontrols.comAn Alaskan owned and operated com-pany since,1985, Arctic Controls, Inc. hasbeen highly successful as manufacturerrepresentatives for the state of Alaska inthe Process Control and Instrumentationfield. Selling equipment to the oil andgas markets, mining and water waste-water/municipal markets.

Dowland-Bach6130 Tuttle Pl.P.O. Box 230126Anchorage, AK 99523Contact: Lynn Johnson, presidentPhone: (907) 562-5818Fax: (907) 563-4721Email: lynn@dowlandbach.comWeb site: www.dowlandbach.com

North Slope Telecom2020 E. Dowling, Ste. 3Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bill Laxson, presidentPhone: (907) 562-4693Fax: (907) 562-0818Email: info@nstiak.comWeb site: www.nstiak.comDesign, installation and maintenance ofSCADA, CATV, surveillance, power gen-eration and remote communication sys-tems. Twenty years of arctic experience.

Corrosion Analysis

Kakivik Asset Management5401 Fairbanks St., Ste. 3

Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 770-9400Fax: (907) 770-9450Contact: Mark Hylen, president/CEOEmail: mhylen@kakivik.comWeb site: www.kakivik.comFairbanks OfficePhone: (907) 451-4898Fax: (907) 451-4897Valdez OfficePhone: (907) 831-1390Offering all elements of nondestructivetesting, inspection services, quality con-trol and asset management.

Rockwood Inspection Svc.7911 King St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Kim HarkerPhone: (907) 569-5000Fax: (907) 569-5005Email:kharker@rockwoodinspection.com

Drilling & Well Services

ASRC Energy Services – Engineeringand Technology3900 C St.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: John Lewis, vp operationsPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: john.lewis@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comDrilling and completion engineering,well stimulation, facilities engineering,upstream exploration and productionservices, geological and geophysicalservices, automation, electrical andinstrumentation, platform renovationand construction.

Baker Hughes Inteq7260 Homer Dr.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Dave Reimer, AK mgr.Phone: (907) 267-6600Cell Phone: (907) 250-6420Fax: (907) 267-6623Email: dave.reimer@inteq.comWeb site: www.bakerhughes.comBaker Hughes Inteq delivers advanceddrilling technologies and services thatdeliver efficiency and precise well place-ment. Major capabilities include direc-tional drilling, measurement-while-drilling (MWD), logging-while-drilling(LWD), drilling fluids, and well-site infor-mation management services.

Doyon Ltd.Doyon Drilling, Inc.101 W. Benson Blvd., Ste. 503Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Ron WilsonPhone: (907) 563-5530Fax: (907) 561-8986Email: rwilson@doyondrilling.comWeb site: www.doyon.comDoyon Drilling, a leader in Arcticdrilling, provides drilling and casingservices on Alaska’s North Slope.

The Fairweather Companies2000 E. 88th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bill PenrosePhone: (907) 258-3446Fax: (907) 279-5740Website: www.fairweather.comThe Fairweather Companies provide

project management, engineering,drilling, permitting, logistics, and opera-tional services to the exploration andproduction sectors of the petroleumindustry.

Horizon Well Logging700 W. 58th St., EAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Bernie Leas, AK oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-7002Fax: (907) 563-7005Email: bleas@mudloggers.comOther office711 St. Andrews WayLompac, CA 93436Phone: (805) 733-0972Web site: www.horizon-well-logging.comExpert geological mudlogging service.Our Data Hub system provides the inter-face between drilling technology and allthe people who need to know what’shappening on the rig and in theground.

MI SWACO721 W. First Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Brad BillonPhone: (907) 274-5526Fax: (907) 279-6729Email: bbillon@miswaco.comSWACOAnchorage, AK 99501Contact: Dana RhodesPhone: (907) 274-5541Email: danarhodes@midF.comMI SWACO combines Alaska know-howand global strength to provide the oilindustry with a full-service drilling part-ner

Nabors Alaska Drilling2525 C St., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Leslie AdamsPhone: (907) 263-6000Fax: (907) 563-3734Email: leslie.adams@nabors.com

Nabors Industries515 W. Greens Rd., Ste. 1200Houston, TX 77067Contact: Debbie Quick, corp. dev.Phone: (281) 775-8570Fax: (281) 775-8195Email: Debbie.Quick@Nabors.comWeb site: www.nabors.comNabors operates a large, high-qualityand diverse fleet of land and offshorerigs in the significant oil, gas and geot-hermal markets worldwide. Other sup-port services include well-servicing,marine transportation, manufacturingand logistics, and rig instrumentation.

Nordic-Calista Services4700 Business Park Blvd., Bldg. E, #19Anchorage, AK 99503Phone: (907) 561-7458Fax: (907) 563-8347Contact: Phil Snisarenko, OperationsMgr. Email: psnis@nordic-calista.comNordic-Calista Services provides innova-tive, reliable workover/drilling rigsspecifically designer for arctic conditions.We strive to maximize productivity andefficiency while promoting safety andenvironmentally-conscious drill practices.

Petroleum Equipment & Services5631 Silverado Way, Ste GAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Kevin Durling/Donald ParkerPhone: (907) 248-0066Fax: (907) 248-4429Email: sales@pesiak.comWeb site: www.pesiak.comP.E.S.I. provides both conventional andspecialty products and services for theAlaska oil industry. Regardless of yourlocation, you will receive products andservice that is guaranteed to meet yourrequirements.

Quadco6116 Nielson WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: David Baggett, vp, AK mgr.Phone: (907) 563-8999Fax: (907) 563-8985Email: dbaggett@quadcoinc.comOther offices: Farmington NM, DenverCO, Casper WYQuadco has supplied services to theAlaska oilfield since 1976. We havetrained personnel to help with instru-

mentation, solids control, pipe handlingand Top Drive drilling equipment. 24hour on call

Schlumberger Oilfield Services2525 Gambell St.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Daniel PalmerPhone: (907) 273-1700Fax: (907) 561-8317Email: Palmer2@slb.comWeb site: www.slb.comSchlumberger Oilfield Services providespeople and technology, working togeth-er to offer exploration and productionsolutions for the life of oil and gas reser-voirs.

Unique Machine5839 Old Seward HwyAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Pat Hanley, COOPhone: (907) 563-3012Fax: (907) 562-1376Email: office@uniquemachineinc.comWeb site: www.uniquemachineinc.comThe design, development, manufactureand distribution of oilfield construction,mining, fishing and government parts toindustry quality standards.

Drug Testing

Worksafe300 W. 36th Ave., Ste. AAnchorage, AK 99503Phone: (907) 563-8378Fax: (907) 563-8380Web site: www.worksafeinc.comWorksafe works to keep your employeesfrom getting hurt on the job if they areusing drugs or alcohol. Worksafe DrugTesting increases productivity, reducesliability with fewer injuries and acci-dents and provides insurance cost sav-ings.

Electrical

Dowland-Bach6130 Tuttle Pl.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Lynn JohnsonPhone: (907) 562-5818Fax: (907) 563-4721Web site: www.dowlandbach.comIndustrial control and panel fabrication

Precision Power5801 Silverado WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: John Cameron, gen. mgr.Phone: (907) 561-7797Fax: (907) 561-7799Email: jcameron@prepower.netWeb site: www.precisionpowerllc.comOther officeAuburn, WA (253) 887-9596Deadhorse, AK (907) 670-5519Premier source for custom manufac-tured generators, power plants, UPSSystems, DC Power Systems: Sales,Service, Rental. Parts for Waukesha,Mitsubishi, John Deere, Generac, MQPower & Energys-Eltek

Udelhoven Oilfield System ServicesAnchorage office:184 E. 53rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 344-1577Fax: (907) 522-2541Nikiski office:P.O. Box 8349Nikiski, AK 99635Phone: (907) 776-5185Fax: (907) 776-8105Prudhoe office:Pouch 340103Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Phone: (907) 659-8093Fax: (907) 659-8489Serving Alaska for more than 25 years.

Employee Services

Hawk Consultants200 W. 34th Ave., Ste. 809Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Maynard Tapp, presidentPhone: (907) 278-1877Fax: (907) 278-1889Email: info@hawkpros.comProviding people and resources to theoil, gas, power, telecommunication andpublic works industries. Services includestrategic planning, full service projectmanagement team consulting/outsourc-

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ing, supplemental professionals, profes-sionals, management consulting servic-es.

Worksafe300 W. 36th Ave., Ste. AAnchorage, AK 99503Phone: (907) 563-8378Fax: (907) 563-8380Web site: www.worksafeinc.comWorksafe works to keep your employ-ees from getting hurt on the job if theyare using drugs or alcohol. WorksafeDrug Testing increases productivity,reduces liability with fewer injuries andaccidents and provides insurance costsavings.

Energy Services

ASRC Energy Services3900 C St., Ste. 701Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Jack Laasch, exec. vp strategicdev. and external affairsPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: jack.laasch@asrcenergry.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comOil and gas services, engineering, con-struction, operations, maintenance,pipeline construction and maintenance,project management, geological andgeophysical, drilling and completionengineering, well stimulation, explo-ration services.

ASRC Energy Services – Operationsand Maintenance3900 C St.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Mark Nelson, exec. vpPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: mark.nelson@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comOil and gas services, industrial construc-tion, operations and maintenance, mod-ule fabrication and assembly, projectmanagement and non-destructive test-ing.

Hunter 3-D6001 Savoy, Ste. 110Houston, TX 77036Contact: Dan Huston, vice presidentPhone: (713) 981-4650Fax: (713) 981-4650Email: hunter3d@wt.netWeb site: www.hunter3dinc.comHunter 3-D is a geophysical consultingcompany based in Houston, Texas. Weinterpret seismic, gravity and magneticdata for projects in Alaska and world-wide.

Michael Baker Jr.4601 Business Park Blvd., Ste. 42Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: John M. Eldred, business unitmgr.

Phone: (907) 273-1115Fax: (907) 273-1699Email: jeldred@mbakercorp.comWebsite: www.mbakercorp.comJuneau office: 175 Franklin St., Ste. 420Juneau, AK 99801Contact: McKie Campbell, sr. environ-mental mgr.Phone: (907) 463-3171Fax: (907) 463-3107Email: mckie@gci.netEngineering skills include civil, structur-al, mechanical, electrical, project man-agement, GIS, and hydrology. Energyservices include CMMS (computerizedmaintenance management), managedoperation and maintenance,training/competency services, and otherrelated energy services.

Engineering Services

AES Lynx Enterprises1029 W. 3rd Ave., Ste.400Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Mark Schindler, president &CEOContact: Diane Fleisher, office mgr. Phone: (907) 277-4611Fax: (907) 277-4717Email: mschindler@lynxalaska.comLynx professionals offer the followingservices: major project strategic plan-ning and project management; onshoreand offshore projects, exploration anddevelopment phases, permits and right-of-way acquisition, NationalEnvironmental Policy Act (NEPA) docu-mentation, Environmental Assessment(EA) and Environmental ImpactStatement (EIS) preparation.

Alaska Anvil509 W. 3rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501–2237Contact: Frank WeissPhone: (907) 276-2747Fax: (907) 279-4088Web site: anvilcorp.comOther office: Kenai50720 Kenai Spur Hwy, Mile 24.5Kenai, AK 99611Phone: (907) 776-5870Fax: (907) 770-5871Multi-discipline engineering and designservices including construction manage-ment for petro-chemical and heavyindustrial client projects.

Alaska Telecom6623 Brayton Dr.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Kevin GrayPhone: (907) 344-1223Fax: (907) 344-1612Email: klg@alaskatelecom.comFairbanks Office:713 Gaffney Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Becky CummingsPhone: (907) 456-1223

COMPANY NEWSWorkSafe exec earns national certification

WorkSafe Inc. program manager Robin Harrington has passed the SubstanceAbuse Program Administrators Certification (C-SAPA) exam. The national certifica-tion stands as a benchmark for professional substance abuse program administrators,WorkSafe said in a Dec. 13 press release.

“Harrington’s C-SAPA certification is the highest level oftraining qualification that can be achieved in the drug testingindustry,” the company said.

Criteria for the certification include passing the certificationexam, completion of three years of experience in the substanceabuse field and completion of a minimum of 40 hour approvedtraining in the substance abuse field within the last five years.

“Knowledge of the transportation industry and its modal reg-ulations and in addition to high ethical and practice standardsare also required,” WorkSafe said.

Harrington provides training, education and consulting toemployers throughout Alaska to help WorkSafe’s clients create a drug-free workplaceand comply with state and federal regulations. WorkSafe said it has more staff withC-SAPA certifications than any Alaska firm specializing in employment drug andalcohol program management.

WorkSafe is the largest workplace drug and alcohol testing company in Alaska andrepresents more than 1,400 companies nationwide. WorkSafe also provides training,education and consulting to employers Alaska. The company has been in operationsince 1989 and is a subsidiary of NANA Development Corp.

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Schlumberger system picked for federalOuter Continental Shelf project

The federal government has chosen a seabed modeling system from SchlumbergerInformation Solutions for its Outer Continental Shelf Connect project.

The Offshore Minerals Management division of the Minerals Management Servicewill use the SIS Seabed exploration and production data model and database as part ofthat project, the company said Nov. 23.

The deal was announced by John L. Price, project manager for OCS Connect, at theannual meeting of the Petrotechnical Open Standards Consortium.

The Seabed model combines data from multiple sources to provide a consistentmanagement tool for federal regulators with high security. OCS Connect is a federalproject aiming to improve operations of the offshore management system with updat-ed tools.

M-I SWACO opens cuttings re-injectiontraining center

M-I Swaco said Dec. 8 that it has opened the industry’s “only all-inclusiveCuttings Re-Injection Training Center in Aberdeen. A similar facility is scheduledto open at the company’s Houston world headquarters in early 2005.

The center is equipped to offer both theoretical and practical hands-on trainingin all aspects of the CRI process.

The 276-square-meter facility includes training rooms, two CRI training sim-ulators, one CRI full-scale slurrification system, one Cleancut cuttings collectionand transport system, a vacuum cuttings collection system and a 518 Centrifuge.

Available to M-I Swaco and customer employees, the training at the center iscompetency-based and will follow ISO 9001 and ISO 10015 requirements.

“Cuttings re-injection has become a widely popular drilling waste disposaloption, especially in areas such as the North Sea, where it has been employed forover a decade. With this process, drilled solids are injected into deep subsurfacefractures, allowing operators to move closer to their zero discharge objectives,”said Dr. R.C. Minton, vice president of Drilling Waste Management BusinessDevelopment for M-I Swaco.

M-I Swaco, based in Houston, is a leading supplier of drilling, reservoir drill-in, completion and production fluids products and systems, solids control andwaste management services and equipment to the worldwide petroleum industry.

RAE Systems closes on new corporateheadquarters

RAE Systems Inc., a leading global developer and manufacturer of rapidly-deploy-able, multi-sensor chemical and radiation detection monitors and networks for home-land security and industrial applications, said in early December that it has complet-ed the purchase of property in San Jose, Calif. for a new corporate headquarters.

Currently based in Sunnyvale, Calif., RAE Systems purchased the land and build-ing from CarrAmerica Realty Operating Partnership for $5 million cash.

The 67,000-square-foot building sits on 4.6 acres and will house the company’sadministrative, sales and marketing, technical support, and research and developmentfunctions.

Approximately 150 employees will work at the new site, RAE Systems expects tooccupy “near the end of the first quarter of 2005.”

“RAE Systems has achieved many milestones over the past 14 years in our homein Sunnyvale, but we’ve reached a point in our company’s development where weneed more space to accommodate our growth,” said Chief Executive Officer RobertI. Chen. “Our new facility in San Jose is located just a few miles from our current site,so the relocation will be a minimal distraction as we continue to focus on cutting-edgewireless sensing solutions for our customers around the world.”

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Providing telecommunications support to oil explo-ration and production companies and contractors.Satellite communications, voice, data, microwave,VHF/UHF radio, engineering and installation.

Alpine-Meadow11043 Tsusena CircleEagle River, AK 99577Contact: George Snodgrass, presidentPhone: (907) 694-7423Fax: (907) 694-7423Email: grsnodgrass@alpine-meadow.comWebsite: www.alpine-meadow.comWe are a small, low-cost, professional, personal compa-ny with 18 years engineering and environmental expe-rience in Alaska with major oil companies. We offerpermitting and compliance, strategic planning, inci-dent investigations, crisis management services.

Engineered Fire & Safety3138 Commercial Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Don Maupin, gen. mgr.Phone: (907) 274-7973 ext. 123Fax: (907) 274-6265Email d.maupin@efs-fire.comWeb site: www.efs-fire.comAn industry leader in the design, integration and test-ing of safety solutions for high value risks. UL systemcertifications and panel fabrication.

ENSR International1835 S. Bragaw St., Ste. 490 Anchorage, AK 99512Contact: Chris L. Humphrey, P.E.Phone: (907) 561-5700Fax: (907) 273-4555Email: chumphrey@ensr.comServing Alaska since 1977. ENSR is an environmentalengineering and consulting firm with more than 70offices worldwide providing environmental planning,assessment, permitting, compliance management andcontamination cleanup.

The Fairweather Companies2000 E. 88th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bill PenrosePhone: (907) 258-3446Fax: (907) 279-5740Website: www.fairweather.comThe Fairweather Companies provide project manage-ment, engineering, drilling, permitting, logistics, andoperational services to the exploration and productionsectors of the petroleum industry.

Great Northern Engineering137 E. Arctic Ave.Palmer, AK 99645Contact: John H. Riggs, general mgr.Phone: (907) 745-6988Fax: (907) 745-0591Email: gne@mtaonline.netWebsite: www.greatnorthernengineering.comAnchorage office: 561-0200Kenai office: 283-5199Great Northern Engineering (GNE) is a full-service engi-neering firm specializing in industrial power and petro-chemical engineering. Complete engineering servicesin mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, rotatingequipment, and corrosion engineering. Consultingservices in project design, preparation of project docu-ments, bid assistance, project management, cost esti-mating and inspection services.

Kakivik Asset Management5401 Fairbanks St., Ste. 3Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 770-9400Fax: (907) 770-9450Contact: Mark Hylen, president/CEOEmail: mhylen@kakivik.comWeb site: www.kakivik.comFairbanks OfficePhone: (907) 451-4898Fax: (907) 451-4897Valdez OfficePhone: (907) 831-1390Offering all elements of nondestructive testing, inspec-tion services, quality control and asset management.

Kuukpik - LCMF139 E. 51st Ave.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Richard Rearick, architectural mgr.Contact: Derek Howard, survey mgr.Contact: Wiley Wilhelm, engineering mgr.Phone: (907) 273-1830Fax: (907) 273-1831Email: receptionist@lcmf.comOther Offices:Barrow: (907) 852-8212Email: ktoovak@ukpik.comAlpine: (907) 670-4739Email: alp1035@ppco.comArctic specialized architectural and engineeringdesign for all structures; water/sewer, fuel and trans-portation systems design; contractor support survey-ing and permitting for oil and gas development;dredging operations, remote site land and hydro-graphic surveying.

NANA/Colt Engineering700 G Street, 5th floorAnchorage, AK 99501Phone: (907) 273-3900Fax: (907) 273-3990Contact: John MinierNANA/Colt offers project management, engineering,design, construction management, and procurementservices to the oil industry.

Natco CanadaP.O. Box 850, Stn. TCalgary, Alberta T2H2H3Contact: Kevin Baird, bus. dev. mgr.Phone: (403) 203-2103Fax: (403) 236-0488Email: kbaird@natco-ca.comWeb site: www.natco-ca.comNatco Group engineers, designs and manufacturesprocess, wellhead and water treatment equipment andsystems used in the production of oil and gas world-wide.

PDC Harris Group1231 Gambell St.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Steve ThenoPhone: (907) 644-4716Fax: (907) 561-7028Email: stevetheno@pdceng.comContact: Mike MooraPhone: same as aboveFax: same as aboveEmail: mike.moora@harrisgroup.comWeb site: www.pdcharrisgroup.comPDC-Harris Group provides front-end engineeringdesign, detailed design, and environmental permittingservices to the oil, gas, and power generation markets.

Petrotechnical Resources of Alaska (PRA)3601 C St., Ste. 1378Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Tom WalshPhone: (907) 272-1232Fax: (907) 272-1344Email: info@petroak.comOur multidisciplinary staff of qualified and experiencedprofessionals possess a diverse array of technical capa-bilities to provide our clients with a full spectrum ofgeoscience and engineering consulting services.

Rockwood Inspection Svc.7911 King St.

Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Kim HarkerPhone: (907) 569-5000Fax: (907) 569-5005Email: kharker@rockwoodinspection.com

VECO949 E. 36th Ave., Ste. 500Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Emily CrossPhone: (907) 762-1510Fax: (907) 762-1001Email: emily.cross@veco.comWeb site: www.VECO.comVECO is a multi-national corporation that providesservices, project management, engineering, procure-ment, construction, operations and maintenance – tothe energy, resource and process industries and thepublic sector.

Environmental Engineering & Consulting

AES Lynx Enterprises1029 W. 3rd Ave., Ste.400Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Mark Schindler, President & CEOContact: Diane Fleisher, office mgr. Phone: (907) 277-4611Fax: (907) 277-4717Email: mschindler@lynxalaska.comLynx professionals offer the following services: majorproject strategic planning and project management;onshore and offshore projects, exploration and devel-opment phases, permits and right-of-way acquisition,National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documenta-tion, Environmental Assessment (EA) andEnvironmental Impact Statement (EIS) preparation.

Alaska Anvil509 W. 3rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501–2237Contact: Frank WeissPhone: (907) 276-2747Fax: (907) 279-4088Web site: anvilcorp.comOther office: Kenai50720 Kenai Spur Hwy, Mile 24.5Kenai, AK 99611Phone: (907) 776-5870

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B12 PETROLEUM NEWS • WEEK OF DECEMBER 19, 2004PETROLEUM DIRECTORYFax: (907) 770-5871Multi-discipline engineering and designservices including construction manage-ment for petro-chemical and heavyindustrial client projects.

Alpine-Meadow11043 Tsusena CircleEagle River, AK 99577Contact: George Snodgrass, presidentPhone: (907) 694-7423Fax: (907) 694-7423Email: grsnodgrass@alpine-meadow.comWebsite: www.alpine-meadow.comWe are a small, low-cost, professional,personal company with 18 years engi-neering and environmental experiencein Alaska with major oil companies. Weoffer permitting and compliance, strate-gic planning, incident investigations, cri-sis management services.

ENSR International1835 S. Bragaw St., Ste. 490 Anchorage, AK 99512Contact: Chris L. Humphrey, P.E.Phone: (907) 561-5700Fax: (907) 273-4555Email: chumphrey@ensr.comServing Alaska since 1977. ENSR is anenvironmental engineering and consult-ing firm with more than 70 officesworldwide providing environmentalplanning, assessment, permitting, com-pliance management and contaminationcleanup.

Golder Associates1750 Abbott Rd., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bob Dugan, mgr., TomKrzewinski, Mark Musial, Bucky TartPhone: (907) 344-6001Fax: (907) 344-6011Website: www.golder.comProviding geotechnical engineering,water resource, and geosciences servicesin support of resource developmentprojects in Alaska and the Arctic. Otheroffices worldwide.

MWH1835 S. Bragaw St., Ste. 350Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Brett JokelaPhone: (907) 248-8883Fax: (907) 248-8884Email: Brett.Jokela@mwhglobal.comThe engineers, scientists, and construc-tors of MWH provide innovative projectsand solutions for clients throughoutAlaska and Worldwide.

Pacific Environmental (PENCO)6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. AmericanMaine svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comPENCO provides environmentalresponse, containment and clean up.Hazardous wastes and contaminatedsite clean up and remediation. Asbestosand lead abatement. Petroleum vesselservices and bulk fuel oil facility andstorage tank maintenance, managementand operations.

PDC Harris Group1231 Gambell St.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Steve ThenoPhone: (907) 644-4716Fax: (907) 561-7028Email: stevetheno@pdceng.comContact: Mike MooraPhone: same as aboveFax: same as aboveEmail: mike.moora@harrisgroup.comWeb site: www.pdcharrisgroup.comPDC-Harris Group provides front-endengineering design, detailed design, andenvironmental permitting services to theoil, gas, and power generation markets.

Quadco6116 Nielson WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: David Baggett, vp, AK mgr.Phone: (907) 563-8999Fax: (907) 563-8985Email: dbaggett@quadcoinc.comOther offices: Farmington NM, DenverCO, Casper WYQuadco has supplied services to theAlaska oilfield since 1976. We havetrained personnel to help with instru-mentation, solids control, pipe handling

and Top Drive drilling equipment. 24hour on call

Environmental Response & Cleanup

Alaska Interstate ConstructionP.O. Box 233769Anchorage, AK 99523Contact: John EllsworthPhone: (907) 562-2792Fax: (907) 562-4179Email: info@aicllc.comWebsite: www.aicllc.comAIC provides cost-effective solutions toresource development industries. Weprovide innovative ideas to meet eachrequirement through the provision ofbest-in-class people and equipment cou-pled with exceptional performance.

ENSR International1835 S. Bragaw St., Ste. 490 Anchorage, AK 99512Contact: Chris L. Humphrey, P.E.Phone: (907) 561-5700Fax: (907) 273-4555Email: chumphrey@ensr.comServing Alaska since 1977. ENSR is anenvironmental engineering and consult-ing firm with more than 70 officesworldwide providing environmentalplanning, assessment, permitting, com-pliance management and contaminationcleanup.

Great NorthwestP.O. Box 74646Fairbanks, AK 99704-4646Contact: Buzz OtisPhone: (907) 452-5617Fax: (907) 456-7779Email: info@grtnw.comWeb site: www.grtnw.comSpecializing in cold weather and heavycivil construction, gravel and rock prod-ucts, site-work, petroleum industry con-

struction, erosion control, undergroundutilities and reclamation services.

LCMFBarrow Village Response Team (VRT)P.O. Box 955Barrow, AK 99723Contact: Charlie HopsonPhone: (907) 852-8212Fax: (907) 852- 8212Hotline: (907) 367-3272Email: chopson@ukpik.comWebsite: www.lcmf.comBarrow VRT provides certified spillresponse and cleanup personnel withinthe North Slope Borough. Responderstrained through affiliation with AlaskaClean Seas and Alaska Chadux.

Pacific Environmental (PENCO)6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. AmericanMaine svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comPENCO provides environmentalresponse, containment and clean up.Hazardous wastes and contaminatedsite clean up and remediation. Asbestosand lead abatement. Petroleum vesselservices and bulk fuel oil facility andstorage tank maintenance, managementand operations.

Unitech of Alaska2130 E. Dimond Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Debbie HawleyPhone: (907) 349-5142Phone: (800) 649-5859Fax: (907) 349-2733Email: unitech@alaska.comEmail: dhawley@unitechofalaska.comUOA is Alaska’s only 24-hour oil spillremediation, environmental and indus-trial supply company. Specialty areasinclude sorbents, geotextile, contain-

ment berms, drums and ice melt.

Environmental Supplies

Arctic Fire & Safety702 30th Ave.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Bobby, Shane, GigiPhone: (907) 378-2116Fax: (907) 452-7876Email: arcfire@mosquitonet.comYour Alaskan owned safety specialistsince 1975. Gas detection, sales/rentals,containments, U.N. shipping boxes, bar-rels, P.P.E. material handling, totes, spillkits, all absorbents. We stock.

Pacific Environmental (PENCO)6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. AmericanMaine svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comPENCO provides environmentalresponse, containment and clean up.Hazardous wastes and contaminatedsite clean up and remediation. Asbestosand lead abatement. Petroleum vesselservices and bulk fuel oil facility andstorage tank maintenance, managementand operations.

Unitech of Alaska2130 E. Dimond Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Debbie HawleyPhone: (907) 349-5142Phone: (800) 649-5859Fax: (907) 349-2733Email: unitech@alaska.comEmail: dhawley@unitechofalaska.comUOA is Alaska’s only 24-hour oil spillremediation, environmental and indus-trial supply company. Specialty areasinclude sorbents, geotextile, contain-ment berms, drums and ice melt.

Equipment & Heavy Hauling

Alaska Interstate ConstructionP.O. Box 233769Anchorage, AK 99523Contact: John EllsworthPhone: (907) 562-2792Fax: (907) 562-4179Email: info@aicllc.comWebsite: www.aicllc.comAIC provides cost-effective solutions toresource development industries. Weprovide innovative ideas to meet eachrequirement through the provision ofbest-in-class people and equipment cou-pled with exceptional performance.

Carlile Transportation Systems1800 E. 1st Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Linda LearyPh: (907) 267-7797Fax: (907) 276-6786Email: lleary@carlilekw.comOther Offices: Fairbanks, Prudhoe Bay,Kenai, Seward, Federal Way, WA,Houston, TX, Edomonton, ALTAAlaska owned and operated, full service,multi-modal, transportation and logisticscompany.

Crowley Alaska2525 C St., Ste. 303Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Craig TorngaPhone: (907) 278-4978Fax: (907) 257-2828Email: cms.@crowley.comMarine transportation throughoutAlaska. North Slope heavy hauling withCATCO all-terrain vehicles.

Northern Transportation310 K St., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: John Marshall, Lynette StorozPhone: (907) 264-6682Fax: (907) 264-6602Email: email@ntcl.comMarine transportation along Alaska’sNorth Slope via Mackenzie River route.

SOLOCO (Dura Base)207 Town Center Pky.Lafayette, LA 70506-7524Contact: Keith Pearson or Don CouvillonPhone: (337) 981-5058Fax: (337) 984-9241Email: kpearson@solocollc.com or dcou-villon@solocollc.com

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DURA-BASE COMPOSITE MAT SYSTEM isthe world’s most advanced solution fortemporary surfaces including heavy-dutyroads, turnarounds, work and stagingareas. It’s strength and durability allowsyou to work year-round in the harshestconditions. Installs and cleans up quickly.It’s a permanent solution to your tempo-rary road and work surface needs.

TOTE-Totem Ocean Trailer Express2511 Tidewater RoadAnchorage, AK 99501Contact: Curt StonerPhone: (907) 265-7215Phone: (800) 234-8683Fax: (907) 278-9689Email: cstoner@totemocean.comWeb site: www.totemocean.comTOTE’s roll on/roll off ships sail twotimes per week between the Port ofTacoma and the Port of Anchorage.Transit time is a fast 66 hours.

Weaver Brothers14223 Kenai Spur Hwy.Kenai, AK 99611Contact: Glen Dye, terminal mgr.Phone: (907) 283-7975Fax: (907) 283-3677Email: glend@wbialaska.comOther Offices:Anchorage, AlaskaFairbanks, AlaskaTrucking company specializing in oilfield winch truck services. Bed tandems& loaders plus rig moving capabilities.Petroleum and chemical trailers, low-boys, bulk trailers, vans and flats.

Equipment Sales/Rental

Air Liquide6415 Arctic Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Brian Benson, tech sales repPhone: (907) 273-9762Fax: (907) 561-8364Email: brian.benson@airliquide.comAir Liquide is the dealer and warrantystation for Lincoln, Miller, Milwaukee,Victor and most other welding equip-ment manufacturers

Arctic Wire Rope & Supply6407 Arctic Spur Rd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Jill ReevesPhone: (907) 562-0707Fax: (907) 562-2426Email: awrs@customcpu.comWeb site: www.arcticwirerope.comArctic Wire Rope & Supply is Alaska’slargest and most complete rigging sup-ply source. We specialize in custom slingfabrication (wire rope, web, chain, andpolyester round.)

Hanover Canada500, 101-6 Ave. SWCalgary, AB, T2P 3P4 CanadaContact: Rod Saville, Country Mgr.CanadaPhone: (403) 261-6801Fax: (403) 266-1066Email: info@hanover-co.comWeb site: www.hanover-canada.comHanover Canada is the leading providerof natural gas compression services and

equipment in Canada. We maintain an85,000 horsepower rental compressionfleet in Canada and over 3.6 millionhorsepower rental fleet worldwide.Hanover custom designs productionequipment in accordance with cus-tomer’s specifications using strict inter-nal engineering standards. We have thecapability to provide process, mechanicaland instrument design engineering forany production equipment projectworldwide.

Kenworth Alaska2838 Porcupine Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Jim Scherieble, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 279-0602Phone: (800) 478-0602Fax: (907) 258-6639Email: parts@kenworthalaska.comEmail: sales@kenworthalaska.comWebsite: www.kenworthalaska.comFairbanks office:3730 Braddock St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Ed Lewis, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 455-9900Fax: (907) 479-8295Kenworth Alaska is a full service truckdealership in two locations – Anchorageand Fairbanks. New and used trucksales, parts and service.

NANA Oilfield Svc. (NOSI)Box 340112Prudhoe Bay, AK 99508Contact: Jim McGraw/Rick HofreiterPhone: (907) 659-2840Fax: (907) 659-2289Email: jim.mcgraw@nana.com/rick.hofre-iter@nana.comWeb site: www.nanaoilfield.comProvides support services to all majorcompanies active in oil exploration ordevelopment on Alaska’s North Slope inaddition to service companies, contrac-tors and government agencies withongoing activities in the Prudhoe Bayarea. Provide equipment and vehiclerental and operate the Chevron fuel dis-tributorship in Deadhorse.

NEI Fluid Technology3408 Arctic Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Kathryn Russell, presidentPhone: (907) 561-4820Fax: (907) 562-2316Email: sales@neifluid.com Suppliers of petrochemical refueling andtesting equipment, meters and valve sys-tems for the oil and gas industry andportable measurement for petroleum,chemicals and bulk liquids. We also sup-ply refrigerant recovery and recyclingequipment.

Pacific Detroit Diesel-Allison8001 Petersburg St.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Jim Duffield – branch mgr.Phone: (907) 522-3434Fax: (907) 522-1198Email: jduffield@pacificdda.comWeb site: www.pacificdda.comOther office:3177 N. Van Horn Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99709

In Alaska, we are distributors for DetroitDiesel, Allison and Kohler. We haveserved Alaska for over 30 years withquality products for the petroleumindustry.

Peak Oilfield Service2525 C St., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bill Stamps, business develop-ment/ex. affairsPhone: (907) 263-7000Fax: (907) 263-7070Email: billstamps@peakalaska.comWeb site: www.peakalaska.comAlaska based general contractors.

Petroleum Equipment & Services5631 Silverado Way, Ste GAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Kevin Durling/Donald ParkerPhone: (907) 248-0066Fax: (907) 248-4429Email: sales@pesiak.comWeb site: www.pesiak.comP.E.S.I. provides both conventional andspecialty products and services for theAlaska oil industry. Regardless of yourlocation, you will receive products andservice that is guaranteed to meet yourrequirements. for Alaska oil industry.

Precision Power5801 Silverado WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: John Cameron, gen. mgr.Phone: (907) 561-7797Fax: (907) 561-7799Email: jcameron@prepower.netWeb site: www.precisionpowerllc.comOther officeAuburn, WA (253) 887-9596Deadhorse, AK (907) 670-5519Premier source for custom manufac-tured generators, power plants, UPSSystems, DC Power Systems: Sales,Service, Rental. Parts for Waukesha,Mitsubishi, John Deere, Generac, MQPower & Energys-Eltek

Quadco6116 Nielson WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: David Baggett, vp, AK mgr.Phone: (907) 563-8999Fax: (907) 563-8985Email: dbaggett@quadcoinc.comOther offices: Farmington NM, DenverCO, Casper WYQuadco maintains a fleet of oil fieldinstrumentation, solids control andother equipment for oilfield and indus-trial needs. We represent Varco OilTools, MD Totco, Texas Oil Tools, SPM,Derrick Equipment and various othermanufacturers. 24 hours on call

Totem Equipment & Supply2536 Commercial Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Mike Huston, vpPhone: (907) 276-2858Fax: (907) 258-4623Email: sales@toteminc.comWeb site: www.toteminc.comTotem Equipment & Supply Inc. locallyowned and operated since 1961.Supplies light, medium and heavy equip-ment. Specializing in temporary and

permanent heating solutions.

Travco Industrial Housing, Ltd.1507 8 St.Nisku, Alberta, Canada T9E 7S7Contact: Stewart Orange, sales rep.Phone: (888) 387-2826Fax: (780) 955-8938Email: sorange@ptigroup.com Web site: www.travco.caTravco is a world-class manufacturer ofindustrial and commercial modularstructures. Our modular structures areused around the world as work camps,offices, wellsites, resorts, schools, etc.

Expeditor/Clerk Services

Chiulista Camp Services/MayflowerCatering6613 Brayton Dr., Ste. CAnchorage, AK 99507Contact: George B. Gardner, pres/gmPhone: (907) 278-2208Fax: (907) 677-7261Email: ggardner@calistacorp.comThe 100 percent Alaska Native ownedand operated catering company on theNorth Slope, catering and housekeepingto your tastes, not ours.

Fertilizer

AgriumP.O. Box 575Kenai, AK 99611Contact: Lisa Parker, govt. relationsPhone: (907) 776-3275Fax: (907) 776-5579Email: lparker@agrium.comWeb site: www.agrium.comValue added manufacturer of fertilizerproducts.

Financial Services

Alaska USA Mortgage471 W. 36th Ave., Ste. 100Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Mary Jo PippinPhone: (907) 261-3455Fax: (907) 929-6784Email: m.pippin@alaskausamortageWe offer competitive rates and excep-tional service for financing primaryhome, 2nd home/vacation home invest-ment properties.

Dynamic Capital Management471 W. 36th Ave., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: David GottsteinPhone: (907) 562-6374Toll free: (800) 280-3962 (DYNA)Fax: (907) 563-9502Alaska money management firm, offer-ing experienced professional judgement,leading edge technology, and cus-tomized portfolios. Individual and cor-porate clients.

Fire Protection

Arctic Fire & Safety702 30th Ave.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Bobby, Shane, Gigi

B14 PETROLEUM NEWS • WEEK OF DECEMBER 19, 2004PETROLEUM DIRECTORYPhone: (907) 378-2116Fax: (907) 452-7876Email: arcfire@mosquitonet.comYour Alaskan owned safety specialistsince 1975. Extinguisher recharging andsales, alarm/system service, NFPA P.P.E.,clothing, MSA airpacks, hydro testing,fire vehicles and accessories, TIC’s.

MEDC International5829 West Sam Houston Pkwy, North,Ste.1005Houston, TX 77041Contact: Phil Hausman, sales mgr. -AmericasPhone: (713) 937-9772Fax: (713) 937-9773Cell: (713) 410-1144Email: phausman@medcint.comOther Office: MEDC Ltd. – UKWeb site: www.medc.comMEDC design, manufacture and sell arange of UL/CSA/ATEX-NEC/IEC approvedfield devices for fire & gas and commu-nications systems for use in potentiallyexplosive atmospheres.

Freight/Shipping & Cargo

Air Logistics of Alaska1915 Donald Ave.Fairbanks, AK 99701Phone: (907) 452-1197Fax: (907) 452-4539Contact: Dave ScarbroughPhone: Anchorage: (907) 248-3335Email: dscarbrough@airlogak.comHelicopter contract and charter services.

Alaska Airlines CargoP.O. Box 68900Seattle, WA 98168Contact: Keola Pang-Ching, director,cargo salesPhone: (206) 433-3122Fax: (206) 433-3225Email: Keola.pang-ching@alaskaair.comAward winning cargo services to moreplaces, more often, with more lift to,from, and within the state of Alaska.

Alaska Railroad Corp.P.O. Box 107500Anchorage, AK 99510Contact: Katie Bender, Marketing and

Logistics TechnicianPhone: (907) 265-2485Fax: (907) 265-2597Email: benderk@akrr.comThe Alaska Railroad Corporation offersreal estate, passenger and freight servic-es – including complete services to moveyour freight between Alaska, the Lower48 and Canada.

Brooks Range SupplyPouch 3400081 Old Spine RoadPrudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly, gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special. projectsPhone: (907) 659-2550Toll Free: (866) 659-2550Fax: (907) 659-2650Email: brooks@astacalaska.comExpediting and delivery of hardwareand more throughout oilfield and NorthSlope villages. Open 24 hours, 365 daysa year.

CN Aquatrain3015 Madison WayAnchorage, AK 99508Contact: Laurie A. Gray, agentPhone: (907) 279-3131Toll free: (800) 999-0541Fax: (907) 272-3963CN Aquatrain has provided Alaska withdependable access to Canadian andLower 48 markets for 38 years.

Carlile Transportation Systems1800 E. 1st Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Linda LearyPh: (907) 267-7797Fax: (907) 276-6786Email: lleary@carlilekw.comOther Offices: Fairbanks, Prudhoe Bay,Kenai, Seward, Federal Way, WA,Houston, TX, Edomonton, ALTAAlaska owned and operated, full service,multi-modal, transportation and logisticscompany.

Crowley Alaska2525 C St., Ste. 303Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Craig TorngaPhone: (907) 278-4978

Fax: (907) 257-2828Email: cms.@crowley.comMarine transportation throughoutAlaska. North Slope heavy hauling withCATCO all-terrain vehicles.

ERA Aviation6160 Carl Brady DriveAnchorage, AK 99502Contact: Bryan BlixhavnPhone: (907) 248-4422Fax: (907) 266-8383Email: info@eraaviation.comWeb site: www.eraaviation.comHelicopter and fixed wing contract andcharter services; scheduled airline serv-ice.

Kenai AviationP. O. Box 46Kenai, AK 99611Contact: Bob or Jim BielefeldPhone: (907) 283-4124Phone: (800) 478-4124 (within Alaska)Fax: (907) 283-5267Email: kb@chugach.netAir taxi services provided since 1961state wide, mostly Cook Inlet. Singleengine and twin Bonanza.

LyndenAlaska Marine LinesAlaska Railbelt MarineAlaska West ExpressLynden Air CargoLynden Air FreightLynden InternationalLynden LogisticsLynden Transport6441 S. Airpark Pl.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Jeanine St. JohnPhone: (907) 245-1544Fax: (907) 245-1744Email: custsvc@lynden.comThe combined scope of the Lynden com-panies includes truckload and less-than-truckload highway connections, sched-uled barges, intermodal bulk chemicalhauls, scheduled and chartered airfreighters, domestic and internationalair forwarding and international sea for-warding services.

Northern Air Cargo

3900 W. International Airport Rd. Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Nick Karnos, acct. mgr.Anch./Prudhoe BayPhone: (907) 249-5161Fax: (907) 249-5194Email: nkarnos@nac.aeroWeb site: www.nac.aeroServing the aviation needs of ruralAlaska for almost 50 years, NAC is thestates largest all cargo carrier movingnearly 100 million pounds of cargo onscheduled flights to 17 of Alaska’sbusiest airports. NAC’s fleet of DC-6, B-727, and ATR-42 aircraft are availablefor charters to remote sites and flagstops to 44 additional communities.

Northern Transportation310 K St., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 9950142003 McKenzie Hwy.Hay River, NWT X0E0R9Contact: John Marshall Phone: (867) 874-5167Fax: (867) 874-5179Email: jmarshall@ntcl.comWeb site: www.ntcl.com Marine transportation along theMcKenzie River to the Beaufort Sea andAlaska’s North Slope.

Northwestern Arctic Air6231 S. Airpark Pl.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Judy McClellan, office mgr.Phone: (907) 245-4566Fax: (907) 245-4567Email: pugslie@pobox.alaska.netWeb site: www.NWArcticAirAK.comAll jet fleet 24/7. Large cargo doorsaccommodate long drilling equipment.HAZMAT and express package deliveryservices provided. Member MedallionFoundation.

Panalpina4305 W. International Airport Rd.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: John Hodel, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 245-8008Fax: (907) 245-8018Email: john.hodel@panalpina.comWeb site: www.panalpina.comOther offices:

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Houston: (281) 446-0600Calgary: (403) 291-1137International and domestic freight for-warding and logistics services.Integrated solutions for supply chainmanagement. Specialists in oil and ener-gy projects.

Renew Air TaxiP.O. Box 61230Fairbanks, AK 99706Contact: Bob WenerPhone: (907) 457-7287Fax: (907) 457-7288Email: renew1@aol.comWeb site: www.RenewAir.comOther Office:Dillingham, AK 99576Phone: (907) 842-3440Turbine Otter air support for remoteseismic exploration, mining and con-struction sites. Cargo, fuel and passen-gers on wheels, wheel skis and amphib-ian floats.

Span-Alaska Consolidators8130 S. 216th St.Kent, WA 98032Contact: Tom Landry, executive v. p.Phone: (800) 257-7726Phone: (907) 349-3606 (Anchorage)Fax: (253) 395-7986Email: toml@spanalaska.comWebsite: www.spanalaska.comAlaskan freight consolidator/forwarderserving all of Alaska with timely andfriendly service. Inbound service fromthe Lower 48 to Alaska. “PromisesMade, Promises Delivere

TOTE-Totem Ocean Trailer Express2511 Tidewater RoadAnchorage, AK 99501Contact: Curt StonerPhone: (907) 265-7215Phone: (800) 234-8683Fax: (907) 278-9689Email: cstoner@totemocean.comWeb site: www.totemocean.comTOTE’s roll on/roll off ships sail twotimes per week between the Port ofTacoma and the Port of Anchorage.Transit time is a fast 66 hours.

Fueling Services

ColvillePouch 340012Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special projects Phone: (907) 659-3197Fax: (907) 659-3190Email: prudhoe1@aol.comDiesel, gasoline, jet fuel, aviation gaso-line in bulk and small quantity deliver-ies, electronic card-lock fleet manage-ment, solid waste and recycling, industri-al gases and solid waste. Tesoro fuel sta-tion.

General Oilfield Supplies

Alaska Rubber & Supply5811 Old Seward Hwy.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Janeece Higgins, general mgr.Phone: (907) 562-2200Fax: (907) 561-7600Email: info@alaskarubber.comWeb site: www.alaskarubber.comWholesale and retail of industrial andhydraulic hose and fittings. All applica-tions and styles available. Conveyor belt-ing, sheet rubber, v-belts, pumps,Kamloks and much more.

Alaska Tent & Tarp529 Front St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Jim HaselbergerPhone: (907) 456-6328Phone: (800) 478-8368Fax: (907) 452-5260Email: aktent@ptialaska.netWe are a commercial and industrial fab-ric business. We make covers.

MRO Sales5631 Silverado Way, Unit GAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don PowellPhone: (907) 248-8808Fax: (907) 248-8878Email: Sales1@mrosalesinc.comWeb site: www.mrosalesinc.comOther offices:Kenai: Al Hull (907) 335-2782MRO Sales offers products and servicesthat are special to the Alaskan market.

MRO can help solve the time problemon hard to find items.

NEI Fluid Technology3408 Arctic Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Kathryn Russell, presidentPhone: (907) 561-4820Fax: (907) 562-2316Email: sales@neifluid.com Suppliers of petrochemical refueling andtesting equipment, meters and valve sys-tems for the oil and gas industry andportable measurement for petroleum,chemicals and bulk liquids. We also sup-ply refrigerant recovery and recyclingequipment.

Geophysical & GeologicalServices

ASRC Energy Services – Engineeringand Technology3900 C St.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: John Lewis, vp operationsPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: john.lewis@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comDrilling and completion engineering,well stimulation, facilities engineering,upstream exploration and productionservices, geological and geophysicalservices, automation, electrical andinstrumentation, platform renovationand construction.

CoreMongers6212 Magnaview Dr.Eagle River, AK 99577Contact: Clifton M. PoseyPhone: (907) 317-2361Web site: CoreMongers.comCoreMongers specializes in high resolu-tion core photography and other wholecore services including core slabbing andcore plugging. CoreMongers is basedlocally in Anchorage.

ENSR International1835 S. Bragaw St., Ste. 490 Anchorage, AK 99512Contact: Chris L. Humphrey, P.E.Phone: (907) 561-5700Fax: (907) 273-4555Email: chumphrey@ensr.comServing Alaska since 1977. ENSR is anenvironmental engineering and consult-ing firm with more than 70 officesworldwide providing environmentalplanning, assessment, permitting, com-pliance management and contaminationcleanup.

Golder Associates1750 Abbott Rd., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 99507

Contact: Bob Dugan, mgr., TomKrzewinski, Mark Musial, Bucky TartPhone: (907) 344-6001Fax: (907) 344-6011Website: www.golder.comProviding geotechnical engineering,water resource, and geosciences servicesin support of resource developmentprojects in Alaska and the Arctic. Otheroffices worldwide.

Horizon Well Logging700 W. 58th St., EAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Bernie Leas, AK oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-7002Fax: (907) 563-7005Email: bleas@mudloggers.comOther office711 St. Andrews WayLompac, CA 93436Phone: (805) 733-0972Web site: www.horizon-well-logging.comExpert geological mudlogging servicewith independent, insightful observersat the wellsite. Versatile and innovativelog formats, digital and graphic data,and communications.

Hunter 3-D6001 Savoy, Ste. 110Houston, TX 77036Contact: Dan Huston, vice presidentPhone: (713) 981-4650Fax: (713) 981-4650Email: hunter3d@wt.netWeb site: www.hunter3dinc.comHunter 3-D is a geophysical consultingcompany based in Houston, Texas. Weinterpret seismic, gravity and magneticdata for projects in Alaska and world-wide.

Petrotechnical Resources of Alaska(PRA)3601 C St., Ste. 1378Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Tom WalshPhone: (907) 272-1232Fax: (907) 272-1344Email: info@petroak.comOur multidisciplinary staff of qualifiedand experienced professionals possess adiverse array of technical capabilities toprovide our clients with a full spectrumof geoscience and engineering consult-ing services.

PGS Onshore341 W. Tudor Rd., Ste. 206Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Larry Watt, Alaska area mgr. Phone: (907) 569-4049Fax: (907) 569-4047Email: larry.watt@pgsonshore.comHouston Office738 Hwy 6 South, Ste 900Houston, TX 77079Contact: Gehrig Schultz

Phone: (281) 589-6732Fax: (281) 589-6685Email: gehrig.schultz@pgsonshore.comGeophysical acquisition and processingfor the petroleum industry. PGS Onshoreprovides fully rubber tracked Arctic geo-physical crews to acquire the highestdensity data with the softest environ-mental footprint on the North Slope.

Schlumberger Oilfield Services2525 Gambell St.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Daniel PalmerPhone: (907) 273-1700Fax: (907) 561-8317Email: Palmer2@slb.comWeb site: www.slb.comSchlumberger Oilfield Services providespeople and technology, working togeth-er to offer exploration and productionsolutions for the life of oil and gas reser-voirs.

Smith Consulting Services16467 Noble Point DriveAnchorage, AK 99516Contact: Larry SmithPhone: (907) 345-3250Fax: (907) 345-3250Email: ljsmith@gci.netProviding geophysical consulting servicesincluding seismic acquisition planningand field QC as well as interpretation,mapping and GIS data integration usingKingdom Suite and ArcGIS software.

Health Care Professionals

Aeromed International4700 Business Park Blvd., Ste. E25Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Brooks Wall, directorPhone: (907) 677-7501Fax: (907) 677-7502Email: info@aeromed.comWeb site: www.aeromed.comAeromed International is an all jet criti-cal care air ambulance fleet based inAnchorage. Medical crews are certifiedFlight Nurses and certified FlightParamedics.

Alaska Massage & BodyworksHilton Anchorage Fitness Center500 W. 3rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Patricia MainPhone: (907) 240-6880Email: amb@akmassage.comWeb site: www.akmassage.comAlaska Massage & Bodyworks is the in-house professional massage therapyservice at the Hilton Anchorage Hotel.Sessions are available for hotel guestsand Anchorage residents. The service isavailable seven days a week on the fifthfloor of the hotel. Patricia Main, a certi-fied massage therapist, owns and oper-

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Worksafe300 W. 36th Ave., Ste. AAnchorage, AK 99503Phone: (907) 563-8378Fax: (907) 563-8380Web site: www.worksafeinc.comWorksafe works to keep your employeesfrom getting hurt on the job if they areusing drugs or alcohol. Worksafe DrugTesting increases productivity, reducesliability with fewer injuries and acci-dents and provides insurance cost sav-ings.

Helicopter Contract & Charter Services

Air Logistics of Alaska1915 Donald Ave.Fairbanks, AK 99701Phone: (907) 452-1197Fax: (907) 452-4539Contact: Dave ScarbroughPhone: Anchorage: (907) 248-3335Email: dscarbrough@airlogak.comHelicopter contract and charter services.

ERA Aviation6160 Carl Brady DriveAnchorage, AK 99502Contact: Bryan BlixhavnPhone: (907) 248-4422Fax: (907) 266-8383Email: info@eraaviation.comWeb site: www.eraaviation.comHelicopter and fixed wing contract andcharter services; scheduled airline serv-ice.

Evergreen Helicopters of Alaska1936 Merrill Field DriveAnchorage, AK 99501Contact: Joy Journeay, marketing mgr.Phone: (907) 257-1519Fax: (907) 257-1535Email: joy@evergreenak.comContact: Greg Thies, director, marketingPhone: (907) 257-1504Email: g.thies@evergreenak.comContact: Christina Wallace, director, salesPhone: (907) 257-1513Email: christina.wallace@evergreenavia-tion.comNome office: (907) 443-5334Airlines office: (907) 257-1500Website: evergreenaviation.comEvergreen’s diverse fleet has providedaward-winning safety to Alaskans since1960 in petroleum exploration & pro-duction, firefighting, forestry, construc-tion, search & rescue, cargo transport,and utility transmission.

Hoses, Hydraulic & Industrial

Alaska Rubber & Supply5811 Old Seward Hwy.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Janeece Higgins, general mgr.Phone: (907) 562-2200Fax: (907) 561-7600Email: info@alaskarubber.comWeb site: www.alaskarubber.comWholesale and retail of industrial andhydraulic hose and fittings. All applica-tions and styles available. Conveyor belt-ing, sheet rubber, v-belts, pumps,Kamloks and much more.

Industrial Gases

Air Liquide6415 Arctic Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Brian Benson, tech sales repPhone: (907) 273-9762Fax: (907) 561-8364Email: brian.benson@airliquide.comAir Liquide is your local manufacturerand supplier of industrial, medical, andscientific gas in Alaska. We also supplybulk gases and dry ice statewide.

ColvillePouch 340012Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special projects Phone: (907) 659-3197Fax: (907) 659-3190Email: prudhoe1@aol.comDiesel, gasoline, jet fuel, aviation gaso-line in bulk and small quantity deliver-

ies, electronic card-lock fleet manage-ment, solid waste and recycling, indus-trial gases and solid waste. Tesoro fuelstation.

Industrial Parts & Supply

Air Liquide6415 Arctic Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Brian Benson, tech sales repPhone: (907) 273-9762Fax: (907) 561-8364Email: brian.benson@airliquide.comAir Liquide is the dealer and warrantystation for Lincoln, Miller, Milwaukee,Victor and most other welding equip-ment manufacturers

Alaska Rubber & Supply5811 Old Seward Hwy.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Janeece Higgins, general mgr.Phone: (907) 562-2200Fax: (907) 561-7600Email: info@alaskarubber.comWeb site: www.alaskarubber.comWholesale and retail of industrial andhydraulic hose and fittings. All applica-tions and styles available. Conveyor belt-ing, sheet rubber, v-belts, pumps,Kamloks and much more.

Brooks Range SupplyPouch 3400081 Old Spine RoadPrudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly, gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special. projectsPhone: (907) 659-2550Toll Free: (866) 659-2550Fax: (907) 659-2650Email: brooks@astacalaska.comYour source on the Slope for safety sup-plies, welding supplies, automotive andtruck parts, hardware, tools, steel, build-ing materials, glass, propane, hydraulichoses and fittings, paint and chemicals.Napa and True Value Hardware distribu-tion.

Unique Machine5839 Old Seward HwyAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Pat Hanley, COOPhone: (907) 563-3012Fax: (907) 562-1376Email: office@uniquemachineinc.comWebsite: www.uniquemachineinc.comConnections; API 5CT, API 7B, GrantPrideco H-Series, Hydril, Hunting, AtlasBradford, NS Technology Co, Inc.,Vallourec and Vam PTS proprietary con-nections.

U.S. Bearings & Drives611 E. International Airport Rd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Dena Kelley, operations mgr.Phone: 563-3000Fax: 563-1003Email: dkelley@bearings.comWeb site: www.bearings.comU.S. Bearings & Drives, formerly BESCOhas been providing bearings and drivecomponents to our Alaskan customerssince 1952. We offer quality componentsand experienced personnel.

Inspection Services

Engineered Fire & Safety3138 Commercial Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Don Maupin, gen. mgr.Phone: (907) 274-7973 ext. 123Fax: (907) 274-6265Email d.maupin@efs-fire.comWeb site: www.efs-fire.comAn industry leader in the design, inte-gration and testing of safety solutionsfor high value risks. UL system certifica-tions and panel fabrication.

Kakivik Asset Management5401 Fairbanks St., Ste. 3Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 770-9400Fax: (907) 770-9450Contact: Mark Hylen, president/CEOEmail: mhylen@kakivik.comWeb site: www.kakivik.comFairbanks OfficePhone: (907) 451-4898Fax: (907) 451-4897Valdez OfficePhone: (907) 831-1390Offering all elements of nondestructivetesting, inspection services, quality con-

trol and asset management.

Rockwood Inspection Svc.7911 King St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Kim HarkerPhone: (907) 569-5000Fax: (907) 569-5005Email:kharker@rockwoodinspection.com

Udelhoven Oilfield System ServicesAnchorage office:184 E. 53rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 344-1577Fax: (907) 522-2541Nikiski office:P.O. Box 8349Nikiski, AK 99635Phone: (907) 776-5185Fax: (907) 776-8105Prudhoe office:Pouch 340103Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Phone: (907) 659-8093Fax: (907) 659-8489Serving Alaska for more than 25 years.

Instrumentation Systems

Arctic Controls1120 E. 5th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Scott Stewart, presidentPhone: (907) 277-7555Fax: (907) 277-9295Email: sstewart@arcticcontrols.comWebsite: www.arcticcontrols.comAn Alaskan owned and operated com-pany since,1985, Arctic Controls, Inc. hasbeen highly successful as manufacturerrepresentatives for the state of Alaska inthe Process Control and Instrumentationfield. Selling equipment to the oil andgas markets, mining and water waste-water/municipal markets.

Epoch Well Services5801 Silverado WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: James R. Carson, AK div. mgr.Phone: (907) 561-2465Fax: (907) 561-2474Email: jcarson@nabors.comRIGWATCH is a complete digital drillinginstrumentation system that monitors alldrill floor and mud system parameters.Critical data is displayed and archievedon workstations located at key pointson the rig.

Quadco6116 Nielson WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: David Baggett, vp, AK mgr.Phone: (907) 563-8999Fax: (907) 563-8985Email: dbaggett@quadcoinc.comOther offices: Farmington NM, DenverCO, Casper WYQuadco maintains a fleet of oil fieldinstrumentation, solids control andother equipment for oilfield and indus-trial needs. We represent Varco OilTools, MD Totco, Texas Oil Tools, SPM,Derrick Equipment and various othermanufacturers. 24 hours on call

Laboratory Services

CoreMongers6212 Magnaview Dr.Eagle River, AK 99577Contact: Clifton M. PoseyPhone: (907) 317-2361Web site: CoreMongers.comCoreMongers specializes in high resolu-tion core photography and other wholecore services including core slabbing andcore plugging. CoreMongers is basedlocally in Anchorage.

Kakivik Asset Management5401 Fairbanks St., Ste. 3Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 770-9400Fax: (907) 770-9450Contact: Mark Hylen, president/CEOEmail: mhylen@kakivik.comWeb site: www.kakivik.comFairbanks OfficePhone: (907) 451-4898Fax: (907) 451-4897Valdez OfficePhone: (907) 831-1390Offering all elements of nondestructivetesting, inspection services, quality con-

trol and asset management.

Legal Services

Perkins Coie1029 W. 3rd Ave., Ste. 300Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Eric Fjelstad, attorneyEmail: Efjelstad@perkinscoie.comContact: Teresa Berwick, attorneyEmail: Tberwick@perkinscoie.comPhone: (907) 279-8561Fax: (907) 276-3108Other Offices: Beijing, Bellevue, Boise, Chicago,Denver, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Menlo Park, Olympia,Portland, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington D.C.Website: www.perkinscoie.comPerkins Coie law firm handles oil spillplanning, air emissions, NPDES permits,hazardous waste, CERCLA, wetlands per-mits, NEPA, and other environmentaland natural resources issues.

Logistics

Alaska Railroad Corp.P.O. Box 107500Anchorage, AK 99510Contact: Katie Bender, Marketing andLogistics TechnicianPhone: (907) 265-2485Fax: (907) 265-2597Email: benderk@akrr.comThe Alaska Railroad Corporation offersreal estate, passenger and freight servic-es – including complete services to moveyour freight between Alaska, the Lower48 and Canada.

Carlile Transportation Systems1800 E. 1st Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Linda LearyPh: (907) 267-7797Fax: (907) 276-6786Email: lleary@carlilekw.comOther Offices: Fairbanks, Prudhoe Bay,Kenai, Seward, Federal Way, WA,Houston, TX, Edomonton, ALTAAlaska owned and operated, full service,multi-modal, transportation and logisticscompany.

Crowley Alaska2525 C St., Ste. 303Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Craig TorngaPhone: (907) 278-4978Fax: (907) 257-2828Email: cms.@crowley.comComplete materials supply services toremote locations. Marine transportthroughout Alaska. Oil field servicesincluding heavy hauling with all-terrainvehicles on North Slope.

The Fairweather Companies2000 E. 88th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bill PenrosePhone: (907) 258-3446Fax: (907) 279-5740Website: www.fairweather.comThe Fairweather Companies provideproject management, engineering,drilling, permitting, logistics, and opera-tional services to the exploration andproduction sectors of the petroleumindustry.

LyndenAlaska Marine LinesAlaska Railbelt MarineAlaska West ExpressLynden Air CargoLynden Air FreightLynden InternationalLynden LogisticsLynden Transport6441 S. Airpark Pl.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Jeanine St. JohnPhone: (907) 245-1544Fax: (907) 245-1744Email: custsvc@lynden.comThe combined scope of the Lynden com-panies includes truckload and less-than-truckload highway connections, sched-uled barges, intermodal bulk chemicalhauls, scheduled and chartered airfreighters, domestic and internationalair forwarding and international sea for-warding services.

MRO Sales5631 Silverado Way, Unit GAnchorage, AK 99518

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Contact: Don PowellPhone: (907) 248-8808Fax: (907) 248-8878Email: Sales1@mrosalesinc.comWeb site: www.mrosalesinc.comOther offices:Kenai: Al Hull (907) 335-2782Prudhoe Bay: Joe Bob Bruster (907) 659-2868We provide Professional ProcurementService for hard-to-find supplies, partsand equipment. Regardless of your loca-tion, you will receive service that is guar-anteed to meet your requirements.From Anchorage to Siberia, from ship-ping to communications, you receiveservice from the experts that have ‘BeenThere, Done That’

Northern Air Cargo3900 W. International Airport Rd. Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Nick Karnos, acct. mgr.Anch./Prudhoe BayPhone: (907) 249-5161Fax: (907) 249-5194Email: nkarnos@nac.aeroWeb site: www.nac.aeroServing the aviation needs of ruralAlaska for almost 50 years, NAC is thestates largest all cargo carrier movingnearly 100 million pounds of cargo onscheduled flights to 17 of Alaska’sbusiest airports. NAC’s fleet of DC-6, B-727, and ATR-42 aircraft are availablefor charters to remote sites and flagstops to 44 additional communities.

Northern Transportation310 K St., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 9950142003 McKenzie Hwy.Hay River, NWT X0E0R9Contact: John Marshall Phone: (867) 874-5167Fax: (867) 874-5179Email: jmarshall@ntcl.comWeb site: www.ntcl.com Marine transportation along theMcKenzie River to the Beaufort Sea andAlaska’s North Slope.

Northwestern Arctic Air6231 S. Airpark Pl.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: Judy McClellan, office mgr.Phone: (907) 245-4566Fax: (907) 245-4567Email: pugslie@pobox.alaska.netWeb site: www.NWArcticAirAK.comOn-demand, worldwide, air charter serv-ice, Russia Far-East experience, medicaltransports, express package delivery,secure convenient, cost-effective, 24/7.Member Medallion Foundation.

Panalpina4305 W. International Airport Rd.Anchorage, AK 99502Contact: John Hodel, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 245-8008Fax: (907) 245-8018Email: john.hodel@panalpina.comWeb site: www.panalpina.comOther offices:Houston: (281) 446-0600Calgary: (403) 291-1137International and domestic freight for-warding and logistics services.Integrated solutions for supply chainmanagement. Specialists in oil and ener-gy projects.

Span-Alaska Consolidators8130 S. 216th St.Kent, WA 98032Contact: Tom Landry, executive v. p.Phone: (800) 257-7726Phone: (907) 349-3606 (Anchorage)Fax: (253) 395-7986Email: toml@spanalaska.comWebsite: www.spanalaska.comAlaskan freight consolidator/forwarderserving all of Alaska with timely andfriendly service. Inbound service fromthe Lower 48 to Alaska. “PromisesMade, Promises Delivered.”

Umiat Commercial2700 S. Cushman St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Mike TolbertPhone: (907) 452-6631Fax: (907) 451-8632Email: mike@taigaventures.comUCC provides lodging and fuel sales atUmiat located on the Colville River. Weare open 24 hours a day everyday of theyear.

Machining

Unique Machine5839 Old Seward HwyAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Pat Hanley, COOPhone: (907) 563-3012Fax: (907) 562-1376Email: office@uniquemachineinc.comWeb site: www.uniquemachineinc.comThe design, development, manufactureand distribution of oilfield, construction,mining, fishing, and government partsto industry quality standards.

Maintenance

Alaska Tent & Tarp529 Front St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Jim HaselbergerPhone: (907) 456-6328Phone: (800) 478-8368Fax: (907) 452-5260Email: aktent@ptialaska.netWe are a commercial and industrial fab-ric business. We make covers.

Arctic Controls1120 E. 5th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Scott Stewart, presidentPhone: (907) 277-7555Fax: (907) 277-9295Email: sstewart@arcticcontrols.comWebsite: www.arcticcontrols.comAn Alaskan owned and operated com-pany since,1985, Arctic Controls, Inc. hasbeen highly successful as manufacturerrepresentatives for the state of Alaska inthe Process Control and Instrumentationfield. Selling equipment to the oil andgas markets, mining and water waste-water/municipal markets.

ASRC Energy Services – Operationsand Maintenance3900 C St.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Mark Nelson, exec. vpPhone: (907) 339-6200Fax: (907) 339-6212Email: mark.nelson@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comOil and gas services, industrial construc-tion, operations and maintenance, mod-ule fabrication and assembly, projectmanagement and non-destructive test-ing.

Engineered Fire & Safety3138 Commercial Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Don Maupin, gen. mgr.Phone: (907) 274-7973 ext. 123

Fax: (907) 274-6265Email d.maupin@efs-fire.comWeb site: www.efs-fire.comAn industry leader in the design, inte-gration and testing of safety solutionsfor high value risks. UL system certifica-tions and panel fabrication.

MRO Sales5631 Silverado Way, Unit GAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don PowellPhone: (907) 248-8808Fax: (907) 248-8878Email: Sales1@mrosalesinc.comWeb site: www.mrosalesinc.comOther offices:Kenai: Al Hull (907) 335-2782We are a stocking distributor for top-of-the-line waste oil heaters (Reznor),waste water flocculants (Waterclear),environmentally friendly solvents foryour parts washer (PT Technology), cor-rosion and erosion repair and mainte-nance polymers (Belzona), Vapor phase(VpCI™) and Migrating CorrosionInhibitors (MCI) (Cortec) and valve lubri-cants and sealants (Chemola).

Management Consultant

Hawk Consultants200 W. 34th Ave., Ste. 809Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Maynard Tapp, presidentPhone: (907) 278-1877Fax: (907) 278-1889Email: info@hawkpros.comProviding people and resources to theoil, gas, power, telecommunication andpublic works industries. Services includestrategic planning, full service projectmanagement team consulting/outsourc-ing, supplemental professionals, profes-sionals, management consulting services.

Maps

AeroMap U.S.2014 Merrill Field Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Holly Holmes, MarketingPhone: (907) 272-4495Fax: (907) 274-3265Email: hholmes@aeromap.comWeb site: www.aeromap.comAeroMap provides geospatial informa-tion about the earth utilizing land, air-borne and satellite sensors. We defineits topography, measure its features, andchronicle its condition.

Mapmakers Alaska259 S. Alaska St.Palmer, AK 99645

Contact: Brit Lively, managerPhone: (907) 745-3398Fax: (907) 745-6733Maps for oil and gas industry and cus-tom map work

Marketing Solutions3330 C. St., Ste. 101Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Laurie Fagnani,president/ownerPhone: (907) 569-7070Fax: (907) 569-7090Email: lfagnani@marketingsol.netWeb site: www.marketingsol.netMarketing Solutions a full-serviceaward-winning advertising and publicrelations firm also designs and producesfull-scale custom maps.

Smith Consulting Services16467 Noble Point DriveAnchorage, AK 99516Contact: Larry SmithPhone: (907) 345-3250Fax: (907) 345-3250Email: ljsmith@gci.netProviding geophysical consulting servicesincluding seismic acquisition planningand field QC as well as interpretation,mapping and GIS data integration usingKingdom Suite and ArcGIS software.

Marine Propulsion

Pacific Detroit Diesel-Allison8001 Petersburg St.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Jim Duffield – branch mgr.Phone: (907) 522-3434Fax: (907) 522-1198Email: jduffield@pacificdda.comWeb site: www.pacificdda.comOther office:3177 N. Van Horn Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99709In Alaska, we are distributors for DetroitDiesel, Allison and Kohler. We haveserved Alaska for over 30 years withquality products for the petroleumindustry.

Marine Services & Construction

American Marine Corp.6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.com

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Offshore Divers5400 Eielson St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don Ingraham, owner/mgr.Contact: Leif Simcox, owner/oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-9060Fax: (907) 563-9061Email: don@offshoredivers.comWeb site: http//www.offshoredivers.comOffshore Divers is an Alaska owned div-ing contractor specializing in sub-sea oil-field work on mooring systems,pipelines, platforms and docks in CookInlet, on the North Slope and in Valdez.

Peak Oilfield Service2525 C St., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bill Stamps, business develop-ment/ex. affairsPhone: (907) 263-7000Fax: (907) 263-7070Email: billstamps@peakalaska.comWeb site: www.peakalaska.comAlaska based general contractors.

Storm Chasers Marine Svc.P.O. Box 757Seward, AK 99664Contact: Mica Van BuskirkPhone: (907) 224-3536Fax: (907) 224-6080Email: info@stormchasersmarine.comProviding quality marine services inAlaska for over 15 years. Commercialdiving, underwater welding, underwaterinspection with video, vessel repair,marine construction and marine salvageservices.

Mat Systems

Alaska Dreams522 Goldstreak Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99712Contact: M. Huser, presidentPhone: (907) 455-7712Fax: (907) 455-7713Email: AlaskaDreams@att.netCustom fabrication of timber or timberwith steel combination heavy-dutyequipment or road mats, prefabricatedretaining walls, containment enclosuresor helicopter landing platforms.

Carolina Mat Co.P.O. Box 339Plymouth, NC 27962Contact: Susan Harrison, ownerPhone: (252) 793-4045Fax: (252) 793-5187Email: carolinamat@earthlink.netWebsite: www.carolinamat.comCompany established in 1985.Manufacture 3-ply patented, bolted,portable, reusable, solid oak construc-tion mats. Guaranteed to hold up to 50tons, the mats are interlocking and non-interlocking, countersunk or non-coun-tersunk.

SOLOCO (Dura Base)207 Town Center Pky.Lafayette, LA 70506-7524Contact: Keith Pearson or Don CouvillonPhone: (337) 981-5058Fax: (337) 984-9241Email: kpearson@solocollc.com or dcou-villon@solocollc.comDURA-BASE COMPOSITE MAT SYSTEM isthe world’s most advanced solution fortemporary surfaces including heavy-dutyroads, turnarounds, work and stagingareas. It’s strength and durability allowsyou to work year-round in the harshestconditions. Installs and cleans up quickly.It’s a permanent solution to your tempo-rary road and work surface needs.

Mechanical & ElectricalInspection

Udelhoven Oilfield System Services Anchorage office:184 E. 53rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 344-1577Fax: (907) 522-2541Nikiski office:P.O. Box 8349Nikiski, AK 99635

Phone: (907) 776-5185Fax: (907) 776-8105Prudhoe office:Pouch 340103Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Phone: (907) 659-8093Fax: (907) 659-8489Serving Alaska for more than 25 years.

Medical Facilities & EmergencyResponse

Aeromed International4700 Business Park Blvd., Ste. E25Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Brooks Wall, directorPhone: (907) 677-7501Fax: (907) 677-7502Email: info@aeromed.comWeb site: www.aeromed.comAeromed International is an all jet criti-cal care air ambulance fleet based inAnchorage. Medical crews are certifiedFlight Nurses and certified FlightParamedics.

Medical Services

Aeromed International4700 Business Park Blvd., Ste. E25Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Brooks Wall, directorPhone: (907) 677-7501Fax: (907) 677-7502Email: info@aeromed.comWeb site: www.aeromed.comAeromed International is an all jet criti-cal care air ambulance fleet based inAnchorage. Medical crews are certifiedFlight Nurses and certified FlightParamedics.

Kuukpik Arctic Catering5761 Silverado Way, Ste PAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Rick MacMillanPhone: (907) 562-5588Fax: (907) 562-5898Email: rickkac@aol.com

Metal Distributors

Alaska Steel Co.1200 W. DowlingAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Joe Lombardo, vice presidentPhone: (907) 561-1188Toll free: (800) 770-0969 (AK only)Fax: (907) 561-2935Email: j.lombardo@alaskasteel.comFairbanks office:2800 S. CushmanContact: Dan Socha, branch mgr.

Phone: (907) 456-2719Fax: (907) 451-0449Kenai office:205 Trading Bay Rd.Contact: Will Bolz, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 283-3880Fax: (907) 283-3759Full-line steel and aluminum distributor.Complete processing capabilities,statewide service. Specializing in lowtemperature steel.

Movers/Relocation

Capital Office Systems1120 E, 35th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Leslye Langla, managing direct.Phone: (907) 777-1501Fax: (907) 777-1515Email: llangla@capital-office.comAsset management, systems furniture,project coordination, space planning,systems delivery/installation, furniturerefurbishing, and relocation/remodelservices. Authorized Steelcase dealer forAlaska.

Mud & Mudlogging

Epoch Well Services5801 Silverado WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: James R. Carson, AK div. mgr.Phone: (907) 561-2465Fax: (907) 561-2474Email: jcarson@nabors.comWith over 250 wells logged since 1989,Epoch is the leading provider ofadvanced mudlogging services in Alaska.Our DML 2000 software assimilates acomprehensive database of geologicaland drilling information with presenta-tions available in a variety of hardcopyand digital formats.

Horizon Well Logging700 W. 58th St., EAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Bernie Leas, AK oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-7002Fax: (907) 563-7005Email: bleas@mudloggers.comOther office711 St. Andrews WayLompac, CA 93436Phone: (805) 733-0972Web site: www.horizon-well-logging.comMudlogging service with expert geolo-gists, reliable equipment and innovativesoftware. Logs, digital and graphic data,and communications to suit your needs.Cost effective wellsite data solutions.

Office Furniture

Capital Office Systems1120 E, 35th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Leslye Langla, managing direct.Phone: (907) 777-1501Fax: (907) 777-1515Email: llangla@capital-office.comAsset management, systems furniture,project coordination, space planning,systems delivery/installation, furniturerefurbishing, and relocation/remodelservices. Authorized Steelcase dealer forAlaska.

Oilfield Services

NANA Oilfield Svc. (NOSI)Box 340112Prudhoe Bay, AK 99508Contact: Jim McGraw/Rick HofreiterPhone: (907) 659-2840Fax: (907) 659-2289Email: jim.mcgraw@nana.com/rick.hofre-iter@nana.comWeb site: www.nanaoilfield.comProvides support services to all majorcompanies active in oil exploration ordevelopment on Alaska’s North Slope inaddition to service companies, contrac-tors and government agencies withongoing activities in the Prudhoe Bayarea. Provide equipment and vehiclerental and operate the Chevron fuel dis-tributorship in Deadhorse.

Weaver Brothers14223 Kenai Spur Hwy.Kenai, AK 99611Contact: Glen Dye, terminal mgr.Phone: (907) 283-7975Fax: (907) 283-3677Email: glend@wbialaska.comOther Offices:Anchorage, AlaskaFairbanks, AlaskaTrucking company specializing in oilfield winch truck services. Bed tandems& loaders plus rig moving capabilities.Petroleum and chemical trailers, low-boys, bulk trailers, vans and flats.

Photography

AeroMap U.S.2014 Merrill Field Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Holly Holmes, MarketingPhone: (907) 272-4495Fax: (907) 274-3265Email: hholmes@aeromap.comWeb site: www.aeromap.comAeroMap provides geospatial informa-tion about the earth utilizing land, air-

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borne and satellite sensors. We defineits topography, measure its features,and chronicle its condition.

CoreMongers6212 Magnaview Dr.Eagle River, AK 99577Contact: Clifton M. PoseyPhone: (907) 317-2361Web site: CoreMongers.comCoreMongers specializes in high resolu-tion core photography and other wholecore services including core slabbing andcore plugging. CoreMongers is basedlocally in Anchorage.

Judy Patrick Photography430 W. 7th Ave., Ste. 220Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Judy PatrickPhone: (907) 258-4704Fax: (907) 258-4706Email: jpphoto@mtaonline.netWeb site: JudyPatrickPhotography.comCreative images for the resource devel-opment industry.

Pipe & Fittings

Petroleum Equipment & Services5631 Silverado Way, Ste GAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Kevin Durling/Donald ParkerPhone: (907) 248-0066Fax: (907) 248-4429Email: sales@pesiak.comWeb site: www.pesiak.comP.E.S.I. provides both conventional andspecialty products and services for theAlaska oil industry. Regardless of yourlocation, you will receive products andservice that is guaranteed to meet yourrequirements.

Pipeline Maintenance

American Marine Corp.6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comAmerican Marine Corp. provides fullservice marine construction and divingservices throughout Alaska and thePacific Basin.

ASRC Energy Services – Pipeline,Power & Communications3900 C St., Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Wade BlasingamePhone: (907) 339-6400Fax: (907) 339-6444Email:wade.blasingame@asrcenergy.comWeb site: www.asrcenergy.comPipeline construction and maintenance,fiber optic cable installation.

Offshore Divers5400 Eielson St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don Ingraham, owner/mgr.Contact: Leif Simcox, owner/oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-9060Fax: (907) 563-9061Email: don@offshoredivers.comWeb site: http//www.offshoredivers.comOffshore Divers is an Alaska owned div-ing contractor specializing in sub-sea oil-field work on mooring systems,pipelines, platforms and docks in CookInlet, on the North Slope and in Valdez.

Peak Oilfield Service2525 C St., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bill Stamps, business develop-ment/ex. affairsPhone: (907) 263-7000Fax: (907) 263-7070Email: billstamps@peakalaska.comWeb site: www.peakalaska.comAlaska based general contractors.

VECO949 E. 36th Ave., Ste. 500Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Emily CrossPhone: (907) 762-1510Fax: (907) 762-1001Email: emily.cross@veco.comWeb site: www.VECO.comVECO is a multi-national corporationthat provides services, project manage-ment, engineering, procurement, con-

struction, operations and maintenance –to the energy, resource and processindustries and the public sector.

Plumbing

Udelhoven Oilfield System ServicesAnchorage office:184 E. 53rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 344-1577Fax: (907) 522-2541Nikiski office:P.O. Box 8349Nikiski, AK 99635Phone: (907) 776-5185Fax: (907) 776-8105Prudhoe office:Pouch 340103Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Phone: (907) 659-8093Fax: (907) 659-8489Serving Alaska for more than 25 years.

Power Generation

Pacific Detroit Diesel-Allison8001 Petersburg St.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Jim Duffield – branch mgr.Phone: (907) 522-3434Fax: (907) 522-1198Email: jduffield@pacificdda.comWeb site: www.pacificdda.comOther office:3177 N. Van Horn Rd.Fairbanks, AK 99709In Alaska, we are distributors for DetroitDiesel, Allison and Kohler. We haveserved Alaska for over 30 years withquality products for the petroleumindustry.

Precision Power5801 Silverado WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: John Cameron, gen. mgr.Phone: (907) 561-7797Fax: (907) 561-7799Email: jcameron@prepower.netWeb site: www.precisionpowerllc.comOther officeAuburn, WA (253) 887-9596Deadhorse, AK (907) 670-5519Premier source for custom manufac-tured generators, power plants, UPSSystems, DC Power Systems: Sales,Service, Rental. Parts for Waukesha,Mitsubishi, John Deere, Generac, MQPower & Energys-Eltek

Process Equipment

Hanover Canada500, 101-6 Ave. SWCalgary, AB, T2P 3P4 CanadaContact: Rod Saville, Country Mgr.CanadaPhone: (403) 261-6801Fax: (403) 266-1066Email: info@hanover-co.comWeb site: www.hanover-canada.comHanover Canada is the leading providerof natural gas compression services andequipment in Canada. We maintain an85,000 horsepower rental compressionfleet in Canada and over 3.6 millionhorsepower rental fleet worldwide.Hanover custom designs productionequipment in accordance with cus-tomer’s specifications using strict inter-nal engineering standards. We have thecapability to provide process, mechani-cal and instrument design engineeringfor any production equipment projectworldwide.

Natco GroupP.O. Box 850, Stn. TCalgary, Alberta T2H2H3Contact: Kevin Baird, bus. dev. mgr.Phone: (403) 203-2103Fax: (403) 236-0488Email: kbaird@natco-ca.comWeb site: www.natco-ca.comNatco Group engineers, designs andmanufactures process, wellhead andwater treatment equipment and systemsused in the production of oil and gasworldwide.

Procurement Services

Alaska Anvil509 W. 3rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501–2237Contact: Frank Weiss

Phone: (907) 276-2747Fax: (907) 279-4088Web site: anvilcorp.comOther office: Kenai50720 Kenai Spur Hwy, Mile 24.5Kenai, AK 99611Phone: (907) 776-5870Fax: (907) 770-5871Multi-discipline engineering and designservices including construction manage-ment for petro-chemical and heavyindustrial client projects.

MRO Sales5631 Silverado Way, Unit GAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don PowellPhone: (907) 248-8808Fax: (907) 248-8878Email: Sales1@mrosalesinc.comWeb site: www.mrosalesinc.comOther offices:Kenai: Al Hull (907) 335-2782We provide Professional ProcurementService for hard-to-find supplies, partsand equipment. Regardless of your loca-tion, you will receive service that is guar-anteed to meet your requirements.From Anchorage to Siberia, from ship-ping to communications, you receiveservice from the experts that have ‘BeenThere, Done That’

NANA/Colt Engineering700 G Street, 5th floorAnchorage, AK 99501Phone: (907) 273-3900Fax: (907) 273-3990Contact: John MinierNANA/Colt offers project management,engineering, design, construction man-agement, and procurement services tothe oil industry.

Production Equipment

Oilfield Improvements1902 North Yellowood Ave.Broken Arrow, OK 74145Contact: Hughes Coston SRPhone: (918) 250-5584Phone: (800) 537-9327Fax: (918) 250-4666Email: info@rodguides.comWebsite: www.rodguides.comSucker rod guides – The Ultra Flow fieldinstalled guide, The Wheeled Rod Guide

Real Estate

Alaska Railroad Corp.P.O. Box 107500Anchorage, AK 99510Contact: Katie Bender, Marketing andLogistics TechnicianPhone: (907) 265-2485Fax: (907) 265-2597Email: benderk@akrr.comThe Alaska Railroad Corporation offersreal estate, passenger and freight servic-es – including complete services to moveyour freight between Alaska, the Lower48 and Canada.

Prudhoe Bay Shop & StorageDeadhorse AirportDeadhorse, AK 99734Contact: J. Harper Gaston, presidentP.O. Box 670Greenville, GA 30222Phone: (706) 672-0999Fax: (706) 672-1188Email: jcrlcr@numail.orgSpace designed for oilfield services.Located one-half mile north ofDeadhorse airport. 800 sf.–1,200 sf.individual or combined units. Rentincludes heat, snow removal, mainte-nance and repairs.

Recycling Waste Management

ColvillePouch 340012Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special projects Phone: (907) 659-3197Fax: (907) 659-3190Email: prudhoe1@aol.comDiesel, gasoline, jet fuel, aviation gaso-line in bulk and small quantity deliver-ies, electronic card-lock fleet manage-ment, solid waste and recycling, indus-trial gases and solid waste. Tesoro fuelstation.

NEI Fluid Technology

3408 Arctic Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Kathryn Russell, presidentPhone: (907) 561-4820Fax: (907) 562-2316Email: sales@neifluid.com Suppliers of petrochemical refueling andtesting equipment, meters and valve sys-tems for the oil and gas industry andportable measurement for petroleum,chemicals and bulk liquids. We also sup-ply refrigerant recovery and recyclingequipment.

Pacific Environmental (PENCO)6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. AmericanMaine svc. groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comPENCO provides environmentalresponse, containment and clean up.Hazardous wastes and contaminatedsite clean up and remediation. Asbestosand lead abatement. Petroleum vesselservices and bulk fuel oil facility andstorage tank maintenance, manage-ment and operations.

Quadco6116 Nielson WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: David Baggett, VP, Alaska man-agerPhone: (907) 563-8999Fax: (907) 563-8985Email: dbaggett@quadcoinc.comOther offices: Farmington NM, DenverCO, Casper WYQuadco has supplied services to theAlaska oilfield since 1976. We havetrained personnel to help with instru-mentation, solids control, pipe handlingand Top Drive drilling equipment. 24hour on call

Reporting Software

Epoch Well Services5801 Silverado WayAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: James R. Carson, AK div. mgr.Phone: (907) 561-2465Fax: (907) 561-2474Email: jcarson@nabors.comPERC is a Windows based relationaldatabase program for morning reports,well planning, drilling, completion andworkover reports. RIGREPORT providescontractors with an electronic tour sheetfor morning reports and payroll report-ing.

Rigging Supplies

Arctic Wire Rope & Supply6407 Arctic Spur Rd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Jill ReevesPhone: (907) 562-0707Fax: (907) 562-2426Email: awrs@customcpu.comWeb site: www.arcticwirerope.comArctic Wire Rope & Supply is Alaska’slargest and most complete rigging sup-ply source. We specialize in custom slingfabrication (wire rope, web, chain, andpolyester round.)

Right of Way Maintenance

Carolina Mat Co.P.O. Box 339Plymouth, NC 27962Contact: Susan Harrison, ownerPhone: (252) 793-4045Fax: (252) 793-5187Email: carolinamat@earthlink.netWebsite: www.carolinamat.comCompany established in 1985.Manufacture 3-ply patented, bolted,portable, reusable, solid oak construc-tion mats. Guaranteed to hold up to 50tons, the mats are interlocking and non-interlocking, countersunk or non-coun-tersunk.

Cruz ConstructionHC04 Box 9323Palmer, AK 99645Contact: Dave or Dana CruzPhone: (907) 746-3144Fax: (907) 746-5557Email: cruzco@alaska.netGeneral contractor specializing in heavy

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Safety Equipment & Supplies

Arctic Fire & Safety702 30th Ave.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Bobby, Shane, GigiPhone: (907) 378-2116Fax: (907) 452-7876Email: arcfire@mosquitonet.comYour Alaskan owned safety specialistsince 1975. Barricades, barrels, all PPE,gas detection marine and FAA related,extinguisher services, fit testing, signs,we stock heavy.

Arctic Wire Rope & Supply6407 Arctic Spur Rd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Jill ReevesPhone: (907) 562-0707Fax: (907) 562-2426Email: awrs@customcpu.comWeb site: www.arcticwirerope.comArctic Wire Rope & Supply is Alaska’slargest and most complete rigging sup-ply source. We specialize in custom slingfabrication (wire rope, web, chain, andpolyester round.)

Brooks Range SupplyPouch 340008

1 Old Spine RoadPrudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly, gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special. projectsPhone: (907) 659-2550Toll Free: (866) 659-2550Fax: (907) 659-2650Email: brooks@astacalaska.comYour source on the Slope for safety sup-plies, welding supplies, automotive andtruck parts, hardware, tools, steel, build-ing materials, glass, propane, hydraulichoses and fittings, paint and chemicals.Napa and True Value Hardware distribu-tion.

Jackovich Industrial & Construction SupplyFairbanks: 1600 Wells St.Attn: Buz JackovichPhone: (907) 456-4414Fax: (907) 452-4846Anchorage: 1716 Post RoadAttn: Steve SlonePhone: (907) 277-1406Fax: (907) 258-170024 hour emergency service. With 30 yearsof experience, we're experts on Arctic con-ditions and extreme weather.

MEDC International5829 West Sam Houston Pkwy, North,Ste.1005Houston, TX 77041Contact: Phil Hausman, sales mgr. -AmericasPhone: (713) 937-9772

Fax: (713) 937-9773Cell: (713) 410-1144Email: phausman@medcint.comOther Office: MEDC Ltd. – UKWeb site: www.medc.comMEDC design, manufacture and sell arange of UL/CSA/ATEX-NEC/IEC approvedfield devices for fire & gas and commu-nications systems for use in potentiallyexplosive atmospheres.

Unitech of Alaska2130 E. Dimond Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Debbie HawleyPhone: (907) 349-5142Phone: (800) 649-5859Fax: (907) 349-2733Email: unitech@alaska.comEmail: dhawley@unitechofalaska.comUOA is Alaska’s only 24-hour oil spillremediation, environmental and indus-trial supply company. Specialty areasinclude sorbents, geotextile, contain-ment berms, drums and ice melt.

Security

Kuukpik Arctic Catering5761 Silverado Way, Ste PAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Rick MacMillanPhone: (907) 562-5588Fax: (907) 562-5898Email: rickkac@aol.com

Seismic & Geophysical

Hunter 3-D6001 Savoy, Ste. 110Houston, TX 77036Contact: Dan Huston, vice presidentPhone: (713) 981-4650Fax: (713) 981-4650Email: hunter3d@wt.netWeb site: www.hunter3dinc.comHunter 3-D is a geophysical consultingcompany based in Houston, Texas. Weinterpret seismic, gravity and magneticdata for projects in Alaska and world-wide.

Kuukpik/Veritas2000 E. 88th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Jeff HastingsPhone: (907) 276-6037Fax: (907) 279-5740Email: Jeff_Hastings@VeritasDGC.com

PGS Onshore341 W. Tudor Rd., Ste. 206Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Larry Watt, Alaska area mgr. Phone: (907) 569-4049Fax: (907) 569-4047Email: larry.watt@pgsonshore.comHouston Office738 Hwy 6 South, Ste 900Houston, TX 77079Contact: Gehrig SchultzPhone: (281) 589-6732Fax: (281) 589-6685Email: gehrig.schultz@pgsonshore.comGeophysical acquisition and processingfor the petroleum industry. PGS Onshoreprovides fully rubber tracked Arctic geo-physical crews to acquire the highestdensity data with the softest environ-mental footprint on the North Slope.

Smith Consulting Services16467 Noble Point DriveAnchorage, AK 99516Contact: Larry SmithPhone: (907) 345-3250Fax: (907) 345-3250Email: ljsmith@gci.netProviding geophysical consulting servicesincluding seismic acquisition planningand field QC as well as interpretation,mapping and GIS data integration usingKingdom Suite and ArcGIS software.

Shops/Storage Space

Prudhoe Bay Shop & StorageDeadhorse AirportDeadhorse, AK 99734Contact: J. Harper Gaston, presidentP.O. Box 670Greenville, GA 30222Phone: (706) 672-0999Fax: (706) 672-1188Email: jcrlcr@numail.orgSpace designed for oilfield services.Located one-half mile north ofDeadhorse airport. 800 sf.–1,200 sf.individual or combined units. Rentincludes heat, snow removal, mainte-nance and repairs.

Soil Stabilization

Arctic Foundations5621 Arctic Blvd.Anchorage, AK 99518-1667Contact: Ed YarmakPhone: (907) 562-2741Fax: (907) 562-0153Email: info@arcticfoundations.comWeb site: www.arcticfoundations.comSoil stabilization – frozen barrier andfrozen core dams to control hazardouswaste and water movement.Foundations – maintain permafrost fordurable high capacity foundations.

Space Design/Planning

Capital Office Systems1120 E, 35th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99508Contact: Leslye Langla, managing direct.Phone: (907) 777-1501Fax: (907) 777-1515Email: llangla@capital-office.comAsset management, systems furniture,project coordination, space planning,systems delivery/installation, furniturerefurbishing, and relocation/remodelservices. Authorized Steelcase dealer forAlaska.

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Steel Fabrication

Alaska Steel Co.1200 W. DowlingAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Joe Lombardo, vice presidentPhone: (907) 561-1188Toll free: (800) 770-0969 (AK only)Fax: (907) 561-2935Email: j.lombardo@alaskasteel.comFairbanks office:2800 S. CushmanContact: Dan Socha, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 456-2719Fax: (907) 451-0449Kenai office:205 Trading Bay Rd.Contact: Will Bolz, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 283-3880Fax: (907) 283-3759Rebar fabrication full service with inhouse estimating and detailing.

Peak Oilfield Service2525 C St., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bill Stamps, business develop-ment/ex. affairsPhone: (907) 263-7000Fax: (907) 263-7070Email: billstamps@peakalaska.comWeb site: www.peakalaska.comAlaska based general contractors.

Ranes & Shine Welding6111 Quinhagak St.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Tom Ranes, ownerContact: Mike Prince, shop fore.Phone: (907) 868-5079Fax: (907) 868-5087Email: tomranes@hotmail.comWeb site: ranesandshine.comWe are a custom welding and fabrica-tion shop with a 20’ brake, 13 1/2’ shear,computerized plasma table and mobilewelding trucks.

STEELFAB2132 Railroad Ave. Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Janet Faulkner, vice presidentPhone: (907) 264-2819Fax: (907) 276-3448Email: jfaulkner@steelfabak.comSTEELFAB is the largest Alaskan-ownedsteel service center in the state. It pro-vides pressure vessels, modules, specialdesign items and raw steel products.

Totem Equipment & Supply2536 Commercial Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Mike Huston, vpPhone: (907) 276-2858Fax: (907) 258-4623Email: sales@toteminc.comWeb site: www.toteminc.comTotem Equipment & Supply Inc. locallyowned and operated since 1961.Supplies light, medium and heavy equip-ment. Specializing in temporary andpermanent heating solutions.

Udelhoven Oilfield System Services Anchorage office:184 E. 53rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 344-1577Fax: (907) 522-2541Nikiski office:P.O. Box 8349Nikiski, AK 99635Phone: (907) 776-5185Fax: (907) 776-8105Prudhoe office:Pouch 340103Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Phone: (907) 659-8093Fax: (907) 659-8489Serving Alaska for more than 25 years.

Steel Sales

Alaska Steel Co.1200 W. DowlingAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Joe Lombardo, vice presidentPhone: (907) 561-1188Toll free: (800) 770-0969 (AK only)Fax: (907) 561-2935Email: j.lombardo@alaskasteel.comFairbanks office:2800 S. CushmanContact: Dan Socha, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 456-2719Fax: (907) 451-0449Kenai office:205 Trading Bay Rd.

Contact: Will Bolz, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 283-3880Fax: (907) 283-3759Full-line steel and aluminum distributor.Complete processing capabilities,statewide service. Specializing in lowtemperature steel.

ColvillePouch 340012Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Contact: Mike Kunkel/John Daly gen.mgrs., Craig Welch, mgr. special projects Phone: (907) 659-3197Fax: (907) 659-3190Email: prudhoe1@aol.comDiesel, gasoline, jet fuel, aviation gaso-line in bulk and small quantity deliver-ies, electronic card-lock fleet manage-ment, solid waste and recycling, industri-al gases and solid waste. Tesoro fuel sta-tion.

STEELFAB2132 Railroad Ave. Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Janet Faulkner, vice presidentPhone: (907) 264-2819Fax: (907) 276-3448Email: jfaulkner@steelfabak.comSTEELFAB is the largest Alaskan-ownedsteel service center in the state. It pro-vides pressure vessels, modules, specialdesign items and raw steel products.

Surveying & Mapping

AeroMap U.S.2014 Merrill Field Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Holly Holmes, MarketingPhone: (907) 272-4495Fax: (907) 274-3265Email: hholmes@aeromap.comWeb site: www.aeromap.comAeroMap provides geospatial informa-tion about the earth utilizing land, air-borne and satellite sensors. We defineits topography, measure its features, andchronicle its condition.

ASTAC/fm, a division of ASTAC4300 B St., Ste. 501Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Don NelsonPhone: (907) 563-3989Phone: 1-800-478-6409Fax: (907) 563-1932Email: don@astac.netProvides expertise in implementing GIStechnology whether it be data conver-sions or a complete turnkey solution.

Kuukpik - LCMF

139 E. 51st Ave.Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Richard Rearick, architecturalmgr.Contact: Derek Howard, survey mgr.Contact: Wiley Wilhelm, engineeringmgr.Phone: (907) 273-1830Fax: (907) 273-1831Email: receptionist@lcmf.comOther Offices:Barrow: (907) 852-8212Email: ktoovak@ukpik.comAlpine: (907) 670-4739Email: alp1035@ppco.comStatewide contractor project supportsurveyors; remote site land and hydro-graphic surveys for government andprivate; oil and gas development sur-veying, mapping, and permitting.

Lounsbury and Associates723 W. 6th Ave.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Craig L. Savage, presidentE-mail: csavage@lounsburyinc.comContact: Jim Sawhill, vpEmail: jsawhill@lounsburyinc.comPhone: (907) 272-5451Fax: (907) 272-9065Toll Free: (800) 478-5451Website: www.lounsburyinc.comSpecializing in surveying for Alaska oiland gas exploration, oilfield develop-ment and transportation systems, con-ventional and GPS surveying, and map-ping.

Tank Fabrication

Northern Transportation310 K St., Ste. 200Anchorage, AK 9950142003 McKenzie Hwy.Hay River, NWT X0E0R9Contact: John Marshall Phone: (867) 874-5167Fax: (867) 874-5179Email: jmarshall@ntcl.comWeb site: www.ntcl.com Marine transportation along theMcKenzie River to the Beaufort Sea andAlaska’s North Slope.

Telephone Equipment & Sales

ASTAC4300 B St., Ste. 501Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Erin EalumPhone: (907) 563-3989Phone: 1-800-478-6409Fax: (907) 563-1932

Email: info@astac.netProviding local and long distance serv-ice, Internet, maintenance and training,consultation, installation, engineering,Centrex, custom calling features, digitalcross connect service, and digital dataservice to the North Slope region ofAlaska.

North Slope Telecom2020 E. Dowling, Ste. 3Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Bill Laxson, presidentPhone: (907) 562-4693Fax: (907) 562-0818Email: info@nstiak.comWeb site: www.nstiak.comDesign, installation and maintenance oftelephone, cable plant, fiber optics, datanetwork, VOIP, paging and cellular sys-tems. Twenty years of arctic experience.

Temporary Placement Services

Chiulista Camp Services/MayflowerCatering6613 Brayton Dr., Ste. CAnchorage, AK 99507Contact: George B. Gardner, pres/gmPhone: (907) 278-2208Fax: (907) 677-7261Email: ggardner@calistacorp.comThe 100 percent Alaska Native ownedand operated catering company on theNorth Slope, catering and housekeepingto your tastes, not ours.

Training

Pacific Rim Institute of Safety &Management (PRISM)P.O. Box 3670Kenai, AK 99611Contact: David C. Burnett, program mgr.Phone: (907) 283-3054Fax: (907) 283-1853Email: PRISM@Alaska.netWeb site: www.AAICorp.comProviding a full spectrum of compliancebased training for workers in the fieldof health, safety and emergencyresponse, all in one location. Basic rig-ging, forklift and manlift operations,confined space rescue, hazardous mate-rials, maritime (BST, STCW certified),industrial fire fighting (NFPA 600).

Underwater NDT & Photography

American Marine Corp.6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. svc. group

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B22 PETROLEUM NEWS • WEEK OF DECEMBER 19, 2004PETROLEUM DIRECTORYPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comAmerican Marine Corp. provides fullservice marine construction and divingservices throughout Alaska and thePacific Basin.

Offshore Divers5400 Eielson St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don Ingraham, owner/mgr.Contact: Leif Simcox, owner/oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-9060Fax: (907) 563-9061Email: don@offshoredivers.comWeb site:http//www.offshoredivers.comOffshore Divers is an Alaska owned div-ing contractor specializing in sub-seaoilfield work on mooring systems,pipelines, platforms and docks in CookInlet, on the North Slope and in Valdez.

Storm Chasers Marine Svc.P.O. Box 757Seward, AK 99664Contact: Mica Van BuskirkPhone: (907) 224-3536Fax: (907) 224-6080Email: info@stormchasersmarine.comProviding quality marine services inAlaska for over 15 years. Commercialdiving, underwater welding, underwa-ter inspection with video, vessel repair,marine construction and marine sal-vage services.

Underwater Welding

American Marine Corp.6000 A St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Tom Ulrich, reg. mgr. svc.groupPhone: (907) 562-5420Fax: (907) 562-5426Email: alaska@amsghq.comWeb site: www.amsghq.comAmerican Marine Corp. provides fullservice marine construction and divingservices throughout Alaska and thePacific Basin.

Offshore Divers5400 Eielson St.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Don Ingraham, owner/mgr.Contact: Leif Simcox, owner/oper. mgr.Phone: (907) 563-9060Fax: (907) 563-9061Email: don@offshoredivers.comWeb site:http//www.offshoredivers.comOffshore Divers is an Alaska owned div-ing contractor specializing in sub-seaoilfield work on mooring systems,pipelines, platforms and docks in CookInlet, on the North Slope and in Valdez.

Storm Chasers Marine Svc.P.O. Box 757Seward, AK 99664Contact: Mica Van BuskirkPhone: (907) 224-3536Fax: (907) 224-6080Email: info@stormchasersmarine.comProviding quality marine services inAlaska for over 15 years. Commercialdiving, underwater welding, underwa-ter inspection with video, vessel repair,marine construction and marine sal-vage services.

Vehicle Repair

Kenworth Alaska2838 Porcupine Dr.Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Jim Scherieble, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 279-0602Phone: (800) 478-0602Fax: (907) 258-6639Email: parts@kenworthalaska.comEmail: sales@kenworthalaska.comWebsite: www.kenworthalaska.comFairbanks office:3730 Braddock St.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Ed Lewis, branch mgr.Phone: (907) 455-9900Fax: (907) 479-8295Kenworth Alaska is a full service truckdealership in two locations –Anchorage and Fairbanks. New andused truck sales, parts and service.

Seekins Ford Lincoln Mercury1625 Old Steese Hwy.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Steven Angel, fleet sales mgr.

Phone: (907) 459-4044Fax: (907) 450-4007Email: fleetsales@seekins.comWeb site: www.seekins.comFord Lincoln Mercury dealer located inFairbanks Alaska providing solutions toyour transportation needs. Parts andservice support in Fairbanks andPrudhoe Bay.

Vehicle Sales/Rental

Seekins Ford Lincoln Mercury1625 Old Steese Hwy.Fairbanks, AK 99701Contact: Steven Angel, fleet sales mgr.Phone: (907) 459-4044Fax: (907) 450-4007Email: fleetsales@seekins.comWeb site: www.seekins.comFord Lincoln Mercury dealer located inFairbanks Alaska providing solutions toyour transportation needs. Parts andservice support in Fairbanks andPrudhoe Bay.

Welding

Ranes & Shine Welding6111 Quinhagak St.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Tom Ranes, ownerContact: Mike Prince, shop fore.Phone: (907) 868-5079Fax: (907) 868-5087Email: tomranes@hotmail.comWeb site: ranesandshine.comWe are a custom welding and fabrica-tion shop with a 20’ brake, 13 1/2’shear, computerized plasma table andmobile welding trucks.

Udelhoven Oilfield System ServicesAnchorage office:184 E. 53rd Ave.Anchorage, AK 99518Phone: (907) 344-1577Fax: (907) 522-2541Nikiski office:P.O. Box 8349Nikiski, AK 99635Phone: (907) 776-5185Fax: (907) 776-8105Prudhoe office:Pouch 340103Prudhoe Bay, AK 99734Phone: (907) 659-8093Fax: (907) 659-8489Serving Alaska for more than 25 years.

Welding ServicesP.O. Box 7248Nikiski, AK 99635Mile 20.5 Kenai Spur Hwy.North Kenai, AKContact: Keith T. RahamPhone: (907) 776-8279Fax: (907) 776-8279Cell Phone: (907) 252-5466General Contractor #27005. Oilfield andgeneral welding fabrication and repairservices including aluminum, stainlesssteel and carbon steel.

Weld Repairs/Manufacturing

Hanover Canada500, 101-6 Ave. SWCalgary, AB, T2P 3P4 CanadaContact: Rod Saville, Country Mgr.CanadaPhone: (403) 261-6801Fax: (403) 266-1066Email: info@hanover-co.comWeb site: www.hanover-canada.comHanover Canada is the leading providerof natural gas compression services andequipment in Canada. We maintain an85,000 horsepower rental compressionfleet in Canada and over 3.6 millionhorsepower rental fleet worldwide.Hanover custom designs productionequipment in accordance with customer’sspecifications using strict internal engi-neering standards. We have the capabilityto provide process, mechanical and instru-ment design engineering for any produc-tion equipment project worldwide.

Natco CanadaP.O. Box 850, Stn. TCalgary, Alberta T2H2H3Contact: Kevin Baird, bus. dev. mgr.Phone: (403) 203-2103Fax: (403) 236-0488Email: kbaird@natco-ca.comWeb site: www.natco-ca.comNatco Group engineers, designs and man-ufactures process, wellhead and watertreatment equipment and systems used inthe production of oil and gas worldwide.

Peak Oilfield Service2525 C St., Ste. 201Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: Bill Stamps, business develop-ment/ex. affairsPhone: (907) 263-7000Fax: (907) 263-7070Email: billstamps@peakalaska.comWeb site: www.peakalaska.comAlaska based general contractors.

Ranes & Shine Welding6111 Quinhagak St.Anchorage, AK 99507Contact: Tom Ranes, ownerContact: Mike Prince, shop fore.Phone: (907) 868-5079Fax: (907) 868-5087Email: tomranes@hotmail.comWeb site: ranesandshine.comWe are a custom welding and fabricationshop with a 20’ brake, 13 1/2’ shear, com-puterized plasma table and mobile weld-ing trucks.

STEELFAB2132 Railroad Ave. Anchorage, AK 99501Contact: Janet Faulkner, vice presidentPhone: (907) 264-2819Fax: (907) 276-3448Email: jfaulkner@steelfabak.comSTEELFAB is the largest Alaskan-ownedsteel service center in the state. It pro-vides pressure vessels, modules, specialdesign items and raw steel products.

Unique Machine5839 Old Seward HwyAnchorage, AK 99518Contact: Pat Hanley, COOPhone: (907) 563-3012Fax: (907) 562-1376Email: office@uniquemachineinc.comWeb site: www.uniquemachineinc.comThe design, development, manufactureand distribution of oilfield construction,mining, fishing and government parts toindustry quality standards.

Wire Rope

Arctic Wire Rope & Supply6407 Arctic Spur Rd.Anchorage, AK 99518Contact: Jill ReevesPhone: (907) 562-0707Fax: (907) 562-2426Email: awrs@customcpu.comWeb site: www.arcticwirerope.comArctic Wire Rope & Supply is Alaska’slargest and most complete rigging supplysource. We specialize in custom sling fab-rication (wire rope, web, chain, and poly-ester round.)

OIL COMPANIES

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ConocoPhillips Alaska700 G St.P.O. Box 100360Anchorage, AK 99510-0360Contact: Jim Bowles, president & CEOPhone: (907) 265-6134Fax: (907) 265-1502

Marathon Oil3201 C St., Ste 800Anchorage, AK 99503Contact: John A. Barnes, regional mgr.Phone: (907) 561-5311Fax: (907) 564-6489Website: www.marathon.com

XTO Energy810 Houston St.Fort Worth, TX 76102Contact: Vaughn O. Vennerberg, IIPhone: (817) 870-2800Fax: (817) 870-0379Other Office:52260 Shell Rd.Kenai, AK 99611Contact: Doug Marshall, prod. supt.XTO Energy, established in 1986, isengaged in the acquisition and develop-ment of quality, long-lived producing oiland gas properties and exploration foroil and gas.

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A worker cuts drill pipe in this image captured by industry photographer Judy Patrick. U.S. Post office in the Prudhoe Bay General Store. Colville Inc. recentlyannounced the purchase of the store.