5 - 8 May
Fugro at OTC 2025
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Discover how we turn Geo-data into actionable insights across the entire oil and gas project life cycle, from exploration to decommissioning. Learn about our award-winning technologies, consult with our experts, and see how we help operators mitigate risks, optimize efficiency, and confidently navigate offshore challenges. Whether developing traditional assets or pioneering new approaches, we deliver the high-fidelity insights needed to make smarter decisions at every stage. Visit us to explore advanced solutions for your toughest challenges and see how we’re shaping a more resilient energy future.
Contact us for additional information regarding OTC at insights.americas@fugro.com.
SPOTLIGHT ON NEW TECHNOLOGY AWARD WINNER
Quantitative Integrated Ground Model (QIGM)
Fugro’s QIGM maximizes the value of Geo-data to accelerate development timelines. The novel workflow calibrates and correlates high-resolution seismic data with strategic soil measurements to reduce subsurface uncertainty. Delivering reliable, repeatable geotechnical parameter predictions across the field, QIGM optimizes site investigation and increases flexibility in foundation planning and design.
6 May | 11:00 am | Energy Evolution Exchange
Harnessing Geo-data for Strategic Advantage: Enhancing Decision-Making in Offshore Programs
In the dynamic and challenging landscape of the offshore oil and gas industry, leaders face a myriad of challenges that demand forward-thinking strategies. This presentation outlines an approach designed to resolve these challenges head-on, focusing on advanced solutions for offshore site characterization and asset integrity. We will examine key industry challenges, including operational inefficiencies and stringent regulatory requirements.
5 May | 12:45 pm | Keynote Speaker Series | NRG Center - Level 2 | Room 300
All of the Above Energy Mix: Fugro's Perspective on the Global Offshore Wind Market Dynamics and Its Market-Agnostic Approach to Technological Innovation
Join CEO Mark Heine and Group Director Americas Céline Gerson of Fugro, the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, for an in-depth keynote and fireside chat discussion at OTC 2025. As the industry navigates a rapidly evolving landscape, Fugro's market-agnostic approach to technological innovation remains crucial for many countries pursuing an affordable, secure, and sustainable energy future. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the global drivers of energy demand and the benefits of a diverse energy mix. Additionally, they will learn about Fugro's role in the offshore wind market, regional trends and differences, the innovative mindset of the industry, and the workforce and skill sets required to overcome market challenges across various energy sectors.
Keynote speakers
Mark Heine
CEO
Mark Heine
CEO
Mark Heine joined Fugro in 2000. As of 2002 he fulfilled several management roles in the Survey division with increasing responsibilities, allowing him to build up substantial international experience, both regarding the onshore and offshore business of Fugro. From 2012 he served as regional director Europe-Africa for the Survey division. In 2013 he became director of the Survey division and in 2015 he became responsible for the Marine division and joined the Board of Management. In October 2018 he was appointed as CEO.
Céline Gerson
Group Director Americas & President USA
Céline Gerson
Group Director Americas & President USA
With over 25 years of experience in Energy, Céline has a proven record of successfully growing complex technical businesses across various industries. Céline is a member of the Executive Leadership Team of Fugro N.V. and also leads the strategic growth and P&L management for Fugro Americas from Canada to Argentina. Before joining Fugro, Céline held numerous executive roles worldwide, from global P&L business management to strategy and commercial for Fortune 500 companies in the energy and industrial markets. She is particularly passionate about energy diversification and digital transformation.
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Schedule a one-on-one session with our Geo-data experts at booth #3650 to discuss your offshore project. Select your focus area and preferred time slot.
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Booth 3650
Visit our in-booth theatre for expert-led presentations on innovative Geo-data solutions – from early-phase desktop studies and metocean analytics to seep detection and advanced ground modeling. Discover how we are redefining success with data-driven insights throughout the oil and gas project life cycle.
- View Presentation Schedule | Monday - 5 May
11:30 am - Manage geo-risk across your project stages with consultative site and asset characterisation
12:00 pm - Prevent costly surprises by leveraging existing Geo-data for early site selection and screening
12:30 pm - Overcome severe winds, waves, and currents with essential metocean insights
1:00 pm - Strengthen exploration confidence before drilling by verifying petroleum systems in target areas
1:30 pm - Derisk your oil and gas project with advanced tools and experienced consultants
2:00 pm - Achieve consistent geotechnical results with fully automated seafloor drilling
2:30 pm - Detect subsea asset anomalies early with advanced photogrammetric modeling
3:00 pm - Gather more inspection data faster and with higher quality using on-demand uncrewed subsea solutions
3:30 pm - Collaborate on vast, complex datasets with a fit-for-purpose Geo-data platform
4:00 pm - Derisk offshore CCS, beyond the storage complex
- View Presentation Schedule | Tuesday - 6 May
10:00 am - Manage geo-risk across your project stages with consultative site and asset characterisation
10:30 am - Prevent costly surprises by leveraging existing Geo-data for early site selection and screening
11:00 am - Overcome severe winds, waves, and currents with essential metocean insights
11:30 am - Strengthen exploration confidence before drilling by verifying petroleum systems in target areas
12:00 pm - Derisk your oil and gas project with advanced tools and experienced consultants
1:00 pm - Achieve consistent geotechnical results with fully automated seafloor drilling
1:30 pm - Detect subsea asset anomalies early with advanced photogrammetric modeling
2:00 pm - Gather more inspection data faster and with higher quality using on-demand uncrewed subsea solutions
2:30 pm - Collaborate on vast, complex datasets with a fit-for-purpose Geo-data platform
3:00 pm - Derisk offshore CCS, beyond the storage complex
3:30 pm - Harnessing Geo-data for strategic advantage: Enhancing decision-making in offshore programs
- View Presentation Schedule | Wednesday - 7 May
10:00 am - Manage geo-risk across your project stages with consultative site and asset characterisation
10:30 am - Prevent costly surprises by leveraging existing Geo-data for early site selection and screening
11:00 am - Overcome severe winds, waves, and currents with essential metocean insights
11:30 am - Strengthen exploration confidence before drilling by verifying petroleum systems in target areas
12:00 pm - Derisk your oil and gas project with advanced tools and experienced consultants
1:00 pm - Achieve consistent geotechnical results with fully automated seafloor drilling
1:30 pm - Detect subsea asset anomalies early with advanced photogrammetric modeling
2:00 pm - Gather more inspection data faster and with higher quality using on-demand uncrewed subsea solutions
2:30 pm - Collaborate on vast, complex datasets with a fit-for-purpose Geo-data platform
3:00 pm - Derisk offshore CCS, beyond the storage complex
3:30 pm - Harnessing Geo-data for strategic advantage: Enhancing decision-making in offshore programs
- View Presentation Schedule | Thursday - 8 May
10:00 am - Manage geo-risk across your project stages with consultative site and asset characterisation
10:30 am - Prevent costly surprises by leveraging existing Geo-data for early site selection and screening
11:00 am - Overcome severe winds, waves, and currents with essential metocean insights
12:00 pm - Derisk your oil and gas project with advanced tools and experienced consultants
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Meet our experts
Shane Smith
Geoscience Department Manager/Consultant
Shane Smith
Geoscience Department Manager/Consultant
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 11:30 am | Tues. - 10:00 am | Wed. - 10:00 am | Thurs. - 10:00 am
Manage georisk across your project stages with consultative site and asset characterisation
Will Cupples
Supervising Geoscientist
Will Cupples
Supervising Geoscientist
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 12:00 pm | Tues. - 10:30 am | Wed. - 10:30 am | Thurs. - 10:30 am
Prevent costly surprises by leveraging existing Geo-data for early site selection and screening
Paulo Barros
Coastal Resilience & Ocean Sciences Service Line Director
Paulo Barros
Coastal Resilience & Ocean Sciences Service Line Director
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 12:30 pm | Tues. - 11:00 am |
Overcome severe winds, waves, and currents with essential metocean insights
Jim Gharib
Global Manager – Seep Hunting and Geochemical Exploration
Jim Gharib
Global Manager – Seep Hunting and Geochemical Exploration
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 1:00 pm | Tues. 11:30 am | Wed. - 11:30 am
Strengthen exploration confidence before drilling by verifying petroleum systems in target areas
Kasia Kuk
Project Manager
Kasia Kuk
Project Manager
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 2:00 pm | Tues. - 1:00 pm | Wed. - 1:00 pm
Achieve consistent geotechnical results with fully automated seafloor drilling
Andy Brown
Business Development Professional
Andy Brown
Business Development Professional
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 2:30 pm | Wed - 1:30 pm
Detect subsea asset anomalies early with advanced photogrammetric modeling
Jelmer de Winter
Regional Commercial Strategy MAI & Uncrewed Solutions Manager
Jelmer de Winter
Regional Commercial Strategy MAI & Uncrewed Solutions Manager
Booth 3650 Theatre
Wed. - 2:00 pm
Gather more inspection data faster and with higher quality using on-demand uncrewed subsea solutions
Kathryn Rovang
Regional Commercial Lead VirGeo®
Kathryn Rovang
Regional Commercial Lead VirGeo®
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 3:30 pm | Wed. - 2:30 pm
Collaborate on vast, complex datasets with a fit-for-purpose Geo-data platform
Yosmel Sanchez-Hernandez
Regional Director, CCS and Subsurface Storage Americas
Yosmel Sanchez-Hernandez
Regional Director, CCS and Subsurface Storage Americas
Session Chairperson
Session: Energy Transition, Hydrogen and Renewable Energy - Innovative Data Sharing and Modelling Techniques
Tuesday - May 6, 2025 | Room 606
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Session: Geotechnical - Study, Experiment to Field Application
Thursday - May 8, 2025 | Room 600
2:00 - 4:30 pm
Booth 3650 Theatre
Mon. - 4:00 pm | Wed. - 3:00 pm
Derisk offshore CCS, beyond the storage complex
Francisco Gonzalez
Commercial Director - Marine Asset Integrity
Francisco Gonzalez
Commercial Director - Marine Asset Integrity
Booth 3650 Theatre
Tues. - 1:30 pm
Detect subsea asset anomalies early with advanced photogrammetric modeling
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