Deepocean Group Newsletter Third Quarter 2015 Into the Deep 2 Contents

DEEPOCEAN GROUP NEWSLETTER THIRD QUARTER 2015 INTO THE DEEP 2 CONTENTS

03 Intro

04 Ethics & Compliance

06 HSE update

08 Technology

10 Operations

12 The fleet

13 Events

14 People

18 DeepOcean in pictures

EDITOR Hilde Solberg

COMMITTEE Katie Johnson Anna Masztalerek Bjørn Inge Staalesen John Marius Trøen Claire Binns Hilde Solberg

DESIGN Garp design INTO THE DEEP INTRO 3 DEAR AMBASSADORS

DeepOcean’s performance is to a large extent measured by the operational success of our employees, vessels and mission equipment on the projects we are executing. Still our Clients’ perception of quality and service levels starts long before we display our operational talents.

I am an engineer by background, I do not have releases on group level, senior management Regards a degree in marketing, neither a PhD in subsea informing at internal events such as town nomenclature, but I am very dedicated to hall meeting and external conferences, and branding and in developing our DEEPOCEAN glossy marketing material. All well, but the brand in particular. Maybe you think we real power is in our communication with lack an appealing visual appearance, have a clients, colleagues, sub-contractors and in crowded webpage, or we have less presence in our private social networks. DeepOcean the media or at exhibitions than some of our publishes information in different online competitors. However we are always working channels. Our webpages have been online on our branding and culture, and so are YOU for some years already, the new Intranet has by showing interest in our Group Newsletter been released, and we recently celebrated and reading this article. Pretentious populist 25 000 followers on LinkedIn. The latter nonsense from a marketing guy..? NO, not is an example of how communication lines really. I firmly believe that we are all interest- and social behaviour has changed over the ed in doing a good job for our company. We recent years. 25 000 people have an interest may have different priorities in life, they may in following DeepOcean’s achievements on change over time, and we define success in LinkedIn. A lot of them are probably inter- multiple ways during our career. Acknowledge- ested in joining DeepOcean, but potentially ment can be equally rewarding whether it being others are future clients and clients. This a contract award, project team achievements, shows how important it is for us to share client recognition after a successful operation, information. Our CEO, Bart Heijermans, is a or by completing yet another task safely. strong advocate of sharing NON-CONFIDEN- TIAL information on social media. DeepOcean is a well-known brand in some regions but unknown to key operators in It takes years to build a company and a other regions. Building customer awareness strong reputable brand. We all own the and market trust takes time. Brand brand so please be careful and cherish it. building is a team effort, and you’re on the Realize that when you work you represent DeepOcean team. You chose to contribute our company and brand. Last but not least Regards to building the DeepOcean culture the day it would be greatly appreciated if you can you joined our company. Together we are contribute to this newsletter and share your responsible for the DeepOcean culture, experiences with our colleagues. which has been built over decades with late hours in the offices, rough days at sea, and a Do you feel any pride? You’re an ambassa- lot of fun and useful experience on the way. dor for DeepOcean culture. This is what our clients experience – this is what we are proud of. I like your A for Attitude.

How do we get this message across to our Clients and other important stakehold- Bjørn Inge Staalesen ers? Communication is key. We have press Group Marketing Manager INTO THE ETHICS & DEEP 4 COMPLIANCE

We are all very familiar with safety compliance and reporting. After all, it is a huge part of our industry. Ask anyone at DeepOcean what HSE stands for and not one person will have difficulty explaining the abbreviation and pointing to the relevant policies required at the worksite. Are we just as familiar with E&C?

INTRODUCTION TO DEEPOCEAN MEET THE COMPLIANCE TEAM ETHICS & COMPLIANCE So how is it that we know so little about our We are all very familiar with safety compliance E&C program? Most of us have received and reporting. After all, it is a huge part of training in the top two of our policies (those our industry. Ask anyone at DeepOcean what who have not – do not fret, you will soon HSE stands for and not one person will have receive an invitation email! But how much difficulty explaining the abbreviation and do we remember? Do we know where to find pointing to the relevant policies required at the the policy once the training is completed worksite. Are we just as familiar with E&C? and (heavens forbid!) forgotten? Who do we speak to if we have an ethical concern or In our poll in 2011, at the formation of problem? Hopefully, this section will help in DeepOcean as one company, we have chosen answering some of those questions. “Integrity” as one of our core values. Indeed, it is one of the cornerstones to our success, At times, we all may face ethical dilemmas and we are committed to doing business with or difficult situations at work. The right integrity and upholding the highest ethical way to act may not always be clear. It’s standards wherever we operate. best to seek help before undertaking an

action that may be unethical or illegal. Our Our CEO says: “At DeepOcean Group, we take Business Conduct & Ethics Policy and other very seriously our responsibility to act safely, policies can give you valuable guidance. ethically, and fairly in everything we do. This is You may also discuss the situation with not just talk – we aim to walk the talk each and your manager. If you are not comfortable every day. All of us, myself included. Whether talking to your manager, speak with another it is performing a job offshore, negotiating a manager or contact the DeepOcean Com- contract on shore or discussing a sensitive pliance Team. You may reach us at compli- issue with employees in one of our offices, [email protected]. we are always guided by our core operating principles, which include safety, and openness and honesty.” ETHICS HOTLINE

DeepOcean’s E&C policies (yes, we do have To report a violation of the law or any them!) set forth our organisation’s expec- of our policies, you may also call the tations for conduct and offer guidelines for DeepOcean Ethics Hotline at +1-855-212- legal and ethical behaviour. Those four main 7614 (local dial numbers are also available pillars of our Ethics & Compliance program online). The Hotline is open 24 hours a include our Business Conduct & Ethics Policy, day, 7 days a week, and is operated by an Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Policy, Financial independent company, who will speak your Code of Ethics, and the Insider Trading Policy. language and ensure confidentiality and You will find them in the E&C section of our anonymity (if desired) of the information new intranet. provided in the report. E&C & COMPLIANCE ETHICS CORNER INTO ETHICS & THE DEEP COMPLIANCE 5

At DeepOcean Group, we take very seriously our responsibility to act safely, ethically, and fairly in everything we do. This is not just talk – we aim to walk the talk each and every day.

At the beginning of this section, HSE was Hotline. The details are on our intranet mentioned. This was by no coincidence. or directly at www.deepoceangroup. As stated earlier, we all have a very ethicspoint.com. You may be assured that mature safety culture which we maintain DeepOcean does not tolerate or permit and benchmark through regular safety retaliation against anyone who makes reporting. Our E&C culture requires the a report in good faith. Each member of same approach. By seeking clarifications DeepOcean staff, whether permanent or and reporting violations we all play a key temporary, is the key to our continued role in protecting and building our organ- success. When you comply with our E&C isation’s good name. So, if you have any Policies, you help our organization act with Anna Masztalerek questions regarding our policies, speak honesty and integrity in all our business Regulatory Affairs Manager up – talk to your manager, the Compliance dealings, and make our organization a Team, or enter a question through the place we can all be proud to work in.

Author: Anna Masztalerek, Regulatory Affairs Manager & Corporate Secretary, Amsterdam

Louise Lewin General Counsel

Author: John Marius Trøen, E&CGroup HSEQS Director INTO THE DEEP 6 HSE

“SHH… BE CAREFUL. THE SAFETY GUY IS COMING TO CHECK AND SPY ON US”

“Oh no, here comes trouble”. “The messenger of inconvenience is upon us!” These are just some of the phrases that most people commonly associate with HSE personnel, especially so when we get to site or vessels. Considering this kind of negative attitude towards the HSE department and its personnel, I decided to make it a personal goal when I boarded the Volantis to see if such attitude really exists and what I can do to make a difference.

As I attended the compulsory drug and alcohol test prior to boarding the crew board for transfer to the Volantis, I began to wonder if I can accomplish this personal goal that I set myself.

When I completed the transfer from the crew boat to the Volantis, I was greeted very warmly by the Marine Crew as well as the DeepOcean Crew. To this I was very pleasantly surprised as it immediately eased my pre-misconceptions that I may This is the usual crew boat that is designed for Well the sign say it all as signs such as this, prompted have had earlier during the day. transfer of personnel to the Volantis at site. The crew me that understanding the culture is key to managing boat ‘run’ takes place on the routine schedule of safety in this region. During my 2 rotations on the Volantis, every Tuesdays & Fridays. DeepOcean carried out several tasks such as the installation of Suction Piles Subsea and Touchdown Monitoring of the 8” & 10” pipeline. Being on board the Volantis really opened my eyes on how safety actually performs on paper and onsite.

When it comes to health, I will happily dive into food and fitness. Seamen from past will tell you horror stories about meatballs so tough that they bounced off the wall when thrown and etc. These days, food served on the Volantis comes in a wide The pictures above show the Volantis ‘stalking’ the GL1201 when the Volantis is carrying out subsea touchdown variety to satisfy taste buds of many. monitoring of the 8” pipeline. Don’t believe me?? Just look at the photos below on the gourmet selection that I was fed with (desserts included).

Feeling bloated and guilty after all that food or just one of those times when I feel a ‘ROCKY’ moment coming on. Access to the gym is just a walk away on the Volantis so there is no reason for me to not use the gym to stay healthy whilst being offshore. INTO THE DEEP HSE 7

long run serve to also provide an opportunity to further improve our procedure.

The teams that I had the pleasure to work with during my 2 rotations are very professional even Common brief is that the dumbbells and the treadmill is in the face of very the most commonly used equipment in the gym. In my challenging circum- opinion I think the mirror is the most commonly used stances that they A rare EPIC “failed” moment of teamwork selfie whilst piece of equipment. Don’t believe?? are put in by the clients. onboard the Volantis with camera shy DeepOcean crew. Everyone working on the vessel is vigilant and alert at all times to the extent of even where personnel goes home safe and planning ahead so as to be ahead of the DeepOcean in the eyes of the clients is a Life onboard the Volantis is definitely game safely. These teams displayed good top choice for future projects. different compared with office. Routine teamwork and communications were also HSE activities such HIRA meetings, witness during my time on the Volantis. I Through this all I have learnt that sometimes Inductions, Workplace Inspections and was not made to feel excluded or isolated a beautiful day is not a day where everything etc are constantly changing offshore as when I was onboard. What I got from them is perfect, it is how we learn and put in our environment such as heat, rain and sea was a positive attitude as they included best efforts everything that we do. Because conditions actively influence the decisions me into most of their activities encom- if we change nothing, nothing changes. and solutions made. Active monitoring and passing one of our core safety charter vigilance is of utmost importance in order behavior; TEAMWORK. to tackle all these while working under often challenging circumstances. I must admit life onboard the vessel has its very challenging times but at While on the Volantis, I was able to the same time is informative and real. walk the ‘ground’ and get a real time People on the vessel see me as support feel of actual operational conditions and help rather than a hindrance. There as it unfolds. This provided me with an was no time for ‘C.A.V.E’ (Citizens excellent opportunity to compare our Against Virtually Everything) mentality procedures to the actual operations at just active participation & teamwork to site. I was also able to communicate with focus and on getting the job done safely the technicians, Equipment supervisors and thereby impressing the clients for and Superintendants face to face to get future job prospects. The way I see it, feedback on operations which in the this forms a ‘Win-Win’ for DeepOcean

Author: Beng Chuan Queck , HSE Engineer - Singapore INTO THE DEEP 8 TECHNOLOGY

TIGI – TROLLEY DE INSPEÇÃO DE GERATRIZ INFERIOR

A embarcação recebeu uma ordem de serviço para realizar um PIDF-8 The vessel received a work order to perform a PIDF-8 (Plano de ( Plano de inspeção de dutos flexíveis – geratriz inferior). Após re- inspeção de dutos flexíveis – geratriz inferior). After the first service, alizarmos o primeiro serviço, o supervisor de ROV Felipe Corte teve a the ROV supervisor Felipe Corte had the idea to create a tool to fa- ideia de criar uma ferramenta para facilitar e melhorar a qualidade da cilitate and improve the quality of inspection, from there with the inspeção, a partir daí com a contribuição da equipe multidisciplinar do contribution of the multidisciplinary team of Deep Endeavour (ROV, Deep Endeavour (ROV, Mecânicos, Operação e Convés), foi desenvolvida Mechanical, Operation and Deck) was developed the tool was named a ferramenta que foi batizada de TIGI – Trolley de Inspeção de Geratriz TIGI - Trolley de Inspeção de Geratriz Inferior. The tool was used and Inferior. A ferramenta foi utilizada e foi aprovada pela qualidade do was approved by the quality of the result achieved, even received resultado alcançado, inclusive recebemos elogio da fiscalização. appreciation from the client.

Author: Felipe Andrade Corte, ROV Supervisor, Brasil INTO THE DEEP TECHNOLOGY 9

From left to right: Juliano Gonçalves (ROV Pilot Trainee), Felipe Corte(ROV Supervisor), Luiz Henrique Gava ( Mechanical Technician), Not present: André Luiz (Mechanical Technician) INTO THE DEEP 10 OPERATIONS OUR CURRENT OPERATIONS

A DEEP HELDER C TOTAL P IMR

A MAERSK RECORDER C CT OFFSHORE P RENEWABLES

A DEEP WAVE C LAID UP P N/A

A DEEP INVESTIGATOR C GEOQUIP P BB CHARTER

A DEEP VISION C NORD STREAM P NORD STREAM INSPECTION

A REM FORZA C TULLOW P IMR

A EDDA FLORA C MULTIPLE CLIENTS P N/A

A EDDA FAUNA C MULTIPLE CLIENTS P IMR

A VOLSTAD SURVEYOR C STATOIL P SURVEY AND LCV

A REM OCEAN C STATOIL P IMR

A HAVILA PHOENIX C ADWEN A ARBOL GRANDE A DEEP ENDEAVOR P WALK TO WORK CHARTER C DIAVAZ C PETROBRAS P IMR P IMR A GO PEGASUS A ATLANTIC CHALLENGER A TAU C PRYSMIAN C DIAVAZ C PETROBRAS P WESTERN LINK P IMR P SURVEY A CBO CAMPOS C PETROBRAS P SURVEY INTO THE DEEP OPERATIONS 11

DeepOcean operations continue around the world, with projects since the last newsletter performed in the Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, the Greater North Sea, Africa and the Far East. Operations included IMR, Survey, Subsea Installation, Construction and Trenching for a range of customers, including a number of long term contracts.

KEY

A VOLANTIS A = ASSET C TECHNIP C = CLIENT P CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT P = PROJECT INTO THE DEEP 12 THE FLEET

VESSEL OF THE YEAR CAMPAIGN

ATLANTIC CHALLENGER AND REM FORZA 2

VOLANTIS AND VOLSTAD SURVEYOR

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 3 - Total recordable injuries frequency - Safety observation cards close outs - Environmental releases - Vessel operational uptime - Client feedback DEEP VISION INTO THE DEEP EVENTS 13

EXHIBITIONS AND CONFERENCES 2015

DeepOcean has been and will be present at various exhibitions and conferences 2015/2016

Offshore Europe Offshore Energy Oceanology Int. 2016 Aberdeen AECC 8-11 September 2015 Amsterdam 13-14 October 2015 London Excel 15-17 March 2016 INTO THE DEEP 14 PEOPLE

DEEPOCEAN PARTICIPATES IN GOLF TOURNAMENT (AND ALMOST TAKES THE TOP SPOT)

On Thursday the 3rd of September the first Dutch Oil & Gas Golf Tournament was organized by Golfclub Regthuys (Winkel) in association with DSE, NHN and BR&MARION. In the past we have seen all kinds of tournaments including football, squash etc but this was the first golf tournament. There were contenders from all parts of the Netherlands from companies linked to the offshore industry.

DeepOcean was invited by Seamar Shipping (divisions) were randomly formed from the There were prizes in several categories for BV to take part in this event. Since a number companies attending which made it a very those who took part in the workshop, he or of years we as BV have a steady group of en- good networking occasion. she who managed to “beat the pro” and the thusiastic golfers and we also infected Seamar total individual overall score. It was in this last with the same bug. We took part with two But first we needed to focus on the game category where we as DeepOcean were on the golfers namely Arjan van Kampen and myself. at hand. Our Arjan, well known around our competitive edge and as a result we ended up home course for his long distance shots, with two prizes. Arjan ended as runner up (2nd After registration and a welcome lunch the proved to be in excellent shape. He took place) and undersigned as 20th which to my 18 holes tournament started. For novices a his fellow flight members by the hand surprise was also awarded?? clinic was organized which also had quite to end up with, what proved to be in the a few people participating. When finally end an excellent score. When all flights All in all a very enjoyable day, despite the the rain stopped the first balls were hit finished their round all contenders grouped weather, and good to see that still quite a and eagerly followed to see how they were together in the clubhouse for some well-de- number of people took the time and effort flying. It was quite clear that the course was served refreshments and a BBQ meal. to take part in this event. in excellent condition despite the amount of The scores were counted and the award Hopefully again next year where we then rain from the last couple of days. ‘Flights’ ceremony started. shall aim for the # 1 spot……

Author: Leo Grout, Technical Manager Operations, Den Helder INTO THE DEEP PEOPLE 15 INTO THE DEEP 16 PEOPLE HM QUEEN SONJA’S PANORAMIC HIKING TRAIL

From left to right: Berit Hagland, Hege Helleberg Rovik, Reidun Norenes, Laila Thorvik, Marianne Mjølhus Hovda, Astrid Beate Noss, Elin Eikevik Nesheim, Christin Selsaas Buckland and Hilde Solberg.

Since last autumn we joined KK Mile in After finishing this beautiful panoramic Oslo, several of the sporty and hiking hiking trail, on Saturday 29th of enthusiastic women at DeepOcean have September, we stayed for one night at discussed what sporty event we would hotel in Kinsarvik, Hardanger and we participate in this year! enjoyed a great evening with dinner and conversations on how the mountain We started to talk about Mountain Hiking hiking went, and starting to plan the next and it soon was clear that many of us would sporty yearly event! like to join for a hiking in Hardanger not far from Haugesund and just approximately 2 All agreed that this was one of the most hour drive towards east and Odda. spectacular panoramic hiking experiences, even though the weather was not optimal Dates were set and private calendars during our mountain hiking, we would adjusted to join in for the weekend 29th highly recommend this trail! We definitely to 30th of August, to be able to take part experienced a wonderful hiking trail, with of planned HM Queen Sonja’s Panoramic people in good mood and high on life of Hiking Trail (ref. fact box). sharing time in such breath taking nature. Berit Hagland, an experienced, sporty mountain hiking person, convinced both experienced and not that experienced hiking people to join in for the HM Queen Sonja’s Panoramic Hiking Trail! INTO THE DEEP PEOPLE 17

HM QUEEN SONJA’S PANORAMIC HIKING TRAIL

This hiking trail is the only one of its word Panoramic describes the view in kind to be honored with using HM Queen all its glory, overlooking the South Fjord Sonja’s title. In the past 20 years, this into Odda and the Folgefonna glacier and trail around Hotel Ullensvang has become Eidfjord towards the Hardanger Bridge. one of her favorites which she explores The scenery continues to lead your eyes either by foot or on skis. The trail begins to the Hardangerfjord looking over into at Røte (“Velteplassen”), situated 6 km Kvanndal and Utne and the small arm of North of Hotel Ullensvang (between Kinsofjord into the village of Kinsarvik. Lofthus and Kinsarvik), one is then urged The total time required is approximately 6 to continue up the tractor road to the hours. The descending part of this trail to Hardangervidda situated 890 m.a.s.l. Lofthus / Hotel Ullensvang is through 616 where the newly marked trail starts. The steps made by local monks which began local Lion’s Club has marked the route in the year 1210 and was finished in 1537, by instructions of HM Queen Sonja. The now known as The Monk Steps.

Driving time from Hotel Ullensvang to Røte: 10 min (one way) Duration: 6 hours Level III = Hiking heavy

Source: Hotell Ullensvang’s web site: http://hotel-ullensvang.no/en/excursions/hm-queen-sonjas-panoramic-hiking-trail/

Author: Berit Hagland, Project Manager, NO THANK YOU TO ALL DEEPOCEAN EMPLOYEES WHO CONTRIBUTED TO THIS EDITION

TAU MAERSK CONNECTOR DEEP ENDEAVOUR Captain Willy Paulsen Jeremy Swallow Captain Per Gommesen

DEEP ENDEAVOUR VOLANTIS GO PEGASUS Captain Per Gommesen Alex McKinley Brian Muckles

VLS LOADING - EDDA FREYA DEEP ENDEAVOUR ARBOL GRANDE Jeremy Swallow Captain Per Gommesen Per Haavik

Please send input for consideration to your local HR/Communications team or directly to Hilde Solberg.