NACD Houston Chapter September 22, 2004

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NACDHouston ChapterSeptember 22, 2004
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Presentation Outline

• Growth History
• Benchmarking Analysis
• Board Members Responsibilities

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Growth History
Semi upgrades
Mid East jackups
Mid East jackups, 2 Semis 2 Bingo hulls
Millions
Joint Ventures
EVAs
Neddrill/ Other Intl
Chiles
Western
Transworld
GE/Bawden
Land/Barge Rigs Sale
Mat Rigs Sale
Note Replacement value of fleet was 6.5 billion
per Jefferies July/August 2004 report
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Benchmarking Analysis
Source 2003 Form 10-Ks
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Board Members Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Competence
• Prepare Prepare Prepare for Board Meetings
• Candor
• Consistency
• Loyalty

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