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www.sea-technology.com April 2015 / st 15 P lans are underway for the 2015 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) to be held May 4 to 7 at NRG Park in Houston, Texas. Response to OTC 2015 from the global oil and gas industry remains positive and strong. For its technical program, OTC received 1,313 pa- per proposals this year—the highest number in the event's history. This response will ensure a high-quality technical program, covering the latest in technology inno- vations and applications, as well as best practices and pro- cesses. OTC offers key insights by global experts on technologi- cal advances, safety and environmentally focused solutions, and economic and regulatory impacts. The technical sessions will offer presentations on tech- nology advances, such as the application of aerospace tech- nology to the energy industry, fexible pipe advancements, and more. Several sessions will also provide a look into what's on the horizon for fow assurance, applications of CFD, and extending the lifetime of current facilities. Addi- tional program highlights include project updates from the CLOV Angola, Ichthys LNG, and the Gulfstar One Floating Production System, which was installed at a depth of 4,000 feet. Continuing its commitment to health, safety and the environment (HSE) education, several sessions focus on real-time monitoring and risk assessment, as well as corporate social responsi- bility and preparation for an ultradeepwater technology development program. The OTC University R&D; Showcase provides universi- ties the opportunity to share their current and planned R&D; projects relevant to offshore technology. Attendees can learn more about these projects during any of the four days of OTC. Young Professionals Outreach "The Next Wave" program for young oil and gas profes- sionals will take place on May 4. During "Think Globally: Your Impact as a Young Profes- sional," industry leaders will provide insights into the chal- lenges ahead and how to face these as a young professional Offshore Technology Conference ST Conference Preview Each year, OTC attracts more than 100,000 attendees from 130 countries and 2,500 exhibiting companies.