Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Monday, 3 May

0730–0900

Topical Breakfast

• The Shape of the Industry To Come: Changing Roles and Responsibilities, Moderator: Chris Ross, Vice President, CRA

0730–0900

Ethics Breakfast

• Business Ethics, Personal Honor and Professional Conduct in International Offshore Operations, Chip Gill, President, International Association of Geophysical Contractors (IAGC); and Amos Holt, President, ASME

1215–1345

Topical Luncheons

• Geoscientists Without Borders: Bringing Geoscience and Engineering Technology From the Energy Industry to Humanitarian Needs, Craig Beasley, Western Geco
• Thunder Horse and Atlantis Deepwater Frontier Developments in the Gulf of Mexico, Andy Inglis, Chief Executive, E&P, BP
• Energy Myths and Realities, Keith Rattie, Chairman, President and CEO, Questar Corporation
• Saudi Aramco Upstream Challenges and Plans, Zuhair Al-Hussain, Vice President, Drilling & Workover, Saudi Aramco

Tuesday, 4 May

0730–0900

Industry Breakfast: Colombia

Industry breakfasts, organized by OTC and the US Department of Commerce, offer expert views on doing business in emerging areas of interest for the oil and gas industry. This breakfast focuses on  “Colombia’s Oil and Gas Policy and Opportunities for Trade and Investment in Its Oil and Gas Sector.”

0730–0900

Topical Breakfasts

• Ocean Renewable Energy, Sue Skemp, Executive Director, COET, Florida Atlantic University
• Challenged Hydrocarbons: The New Frontier, Mattias Bichsel, Vice Chief Executive Officer, Projects and Technology, Shell

1215–1345

Awards Luncheon

At the awards luncheon, OTC recognizes outstanding achievements in the offshore E&P industry by honoring an individual and organization or company with an OTC Distinguished Achievement Award. A keynote address will be given by Charles D. (Chuck) Davidson, chairman and chief executive officer, Noble Energy. View list of award winners.

1900–2100

OTC Night at the Ballpark
Join more than 2,000 OTC attendees for a night of Major League Baseball watching the Houston Astros play the Arizona Diamondbacks at Minute Maid Park. Purchase discounted tickets online or on-site at OTC. Learn more.

Wednesday, 5 May

0730–0900

Industry Breakfast: Egypt

Industry breakfasts, organized by OTC and the US Department of Commerce, offer expert views on doing business in emerging areas of interest for the oil and gas industry. This breakfast focuses on “Egypt: Oil and Gas Policy and Opportunities.”

0730–0900

Topical Breakfasts

• OTEC, Richard Meyer, President, Ocean Energy Council
• Sustaining Technology, Chris Ross, Vice President, CRA

0900–1400

The Next Wave - A program for young professionals

The 2010 event will focus on how the industry’s crests and troughs can affect your career long term. The afternoon breakout sessions give you the chance to discuss topics such as career paths, geopolitical challenges, and “the big crew change.” A keynote address will be given by Tim Probert, President, Global Business Llines, and Chief Health, Safety and Environment Officer, Halliburton. See details »

1215–1345

Topical Luncheons

• The Silver Lining of a Recession: Managing Through the Tough Times to a Bright Future, Steve Knowles, President, Mustang Engineering
• Future of Oil Reserves, Y.L. Darricarere, CEO, Total E&P
• Opportunities and Challenges for Deep Water, John Hollowell, Executive Vice President, Deep Water, Shell
• Are Humans at Fault for More and Stronger Offshore Hurricanes? Jill F. Hasling, Weather Research Center
• Step Ahead in the Carbon Sequestration Program, Phyllis Yoshida, Deputy Assistance Secretary, US DOE

1730–1900

The Next Wave Reception

1900–2100

NEW! Sporting Event Offered -- Houston Dynamo

Whether you call it football or soccer, OTC is excited to partner with the Houston Dynamo, a major league soccer team, for the first time in 2010. Watch the Dynamo take on in-state rival FC Dallas at Robertson Stadium in Houston. Discounted tickets will be available for purchase at OTC and online in the weeks leading up to the event, or contact Casey Ellison at the Houston Dynamo.

Thursday, 6 May

0730–1500

Energy Education Institute: Teacher Workshop

OTC will invite 100 Houston-area classroom teachers (grades 4-12) to attend a free, one-day energy education workshop. Educators will receive comprehensive, objective information about the scientific concepts of energy and its importance while discovering the world of oil and natural gas exploration and production. See details »

0730–0900

Industry Breakfast: Offshore New Zealand and Western Australia

Industry breakfasts, organized by OTC and the US Department of Commerce, offer expert views on doing business in emerging areas of interest for the oil and gas industry. This breakfast focuses on “Offshore New Zealand and Western Australia: Oil and Gas Policy, Investment, and Trade Opportunities.”

0730–0900

Topical Breakfasts

• Longhorn Project – Marco Bressan, Project Manager, Eni Petroleum
• Development Strategy and Opportunities of China Offshore Construction Business Under Global Financial Crisis, Xizhao Jiang, CEO, China Offshore Oil Engineering Company Ltd (COOEC)

0830–1330

Energy Education Institute: High School Student STEM Event

OTC is educating the next generation of aspiring engineers, scientists and managers about the oil and gas industry. Approximately 200 high school students will see firsthand the exciting opportunities the oil and gas industry can offer. The program has been expanded for this year to include a scavenger hunt of the technology exhibits and hands-on energy lessons provided by the US National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project.  Students will again have the opportunity to meet industry professionals and ask questions about possible careers in the oil and gas industry.  See details »

1200-1400

MMS SAFE Awards Luncheon
MMS will present its Corporate Leadership Awards to outstanding individuals whose exceptional performance has raised the bar for safety achievement, improved environmental protection, enhanced resource recovery and conservation, or inspired innovation and outstanding performance by others.

1215–1345

Topical Luncheons

• Caspian Sea Energy Developments, Ian MacDonald, Director, Chevron
• Conventional Offshore Oil and Gas Enters Its Twilight Years: Are There Still New Frontiers to Tackle? Matthew Simmons, Chairman Emeritus, Simmons & Company International
• US Climate Change Policy: Facing Up To Costs and Sacrifices, Phil Grossweiler, Principal Consultant, M&H Energy Services

1600–1700

Closing Reception

Join the OTC Board of Directors at the OTC closing reception to celebrate the conclusion of another successful event. The reception is being held at Café on the Park on the second level of Reliant Center. No ticket is required.