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Contact: Ravi Maini, Tel. 281-558-0290 (Mobile: 713-240-9102)

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Zentech is pleased to provide these construction photographs that confirm the progress at the CSSC-Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Co. Ltd, of Hull H-6001 of the Zentech R-550D jackup drilling rig. The photos were taken from March – June, 2015.

By reviewing these photos, interested parties may observe the current stages of the construction process that includes jacking systems for jack-up rigs by TSC, helideck assembly, drill floor area foundation, derrick observations and jack-up rig afloat.

The on-schedule progress of this jackup drilling rig is another example of Zentech’s dedication to complete client satisfaction, by working closely with both the shipyard and with the rig owner, Alliance Offshore Drilling (AOD).

Photographs of the Zentech’s R-550D’s construction progress can be viewed at the provided link below.

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Zentech’s President Ramesh Maini announced today that the Company has been awarded a contract to perform a comprehensive inspection and evaluation of the hull steel for the Naval Aircraft Carrier Sao Paulo, as part of the Brazilian Navy’s upgrade of this flagship vessel.

Zentech will perform the work using the patented methodology of its ZAIMSTM (Zentech’s Asset Integrity Management SolutionTM) system to assist the Brazilian Navy in assessing the sea-worthiness of the vessel’s hull. The initial work involves corrosion inspection, condition evaluation and detailed analysis of the carrier’s hull integrity, including the creation of 3D models to accurately map the results of the vessel’s hull gauging for further detailed analytical work, and ultimately providing recommendations regarding steel replacement. Beyond Phase One, Zentech will provide ongoing assistance to the Navy through a five-year maintenance support contract.

James Cook, Managing Director of Zentech do BrasilTM in Rio de Janeiro, said the work will be primarily performed by personnel from the Rio facility, augmented by other Zentech offices as needed. Zentech is currently performing similar work for Life Enhancement on a number of offshore drilling rigs for major drilling contractors, and has recently completed similar work for 63 PEMEX production platforms.

Zentech is a Houston based marine engineering and naval architecture consulting firm specializing in the offshore oil and gas and renewable energy industries. The Company has a thirty-five year history of providing innovative engineering solutions, and employs a professional staff approaching 200 in six international locations.

Zentech’s expertise encompasses design, engineering, construction and project management for upgrades, modifications, conversions and new-builds for the following product categories: dynamically positioned semi-submersibles, drillships, jackup drilling units, barges, fixed offshore platforms, floating production systems, risers and pipelines, as well as conventional ship-shape vessels.

Contact: Ravi Maini, Tel. 281-558-0290 (Mobile: 713-240-9102)

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Zentech is pleased to provide these construction photographs that confirm the progress at the CSSC-Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Co. Ltd, of Hull H-6001 of the Zentech R-550D jackup drilling rig. The photos were taken from February through March, 2015.

By reviewing these photos, interested parties may observe the current stages of the construction process that includes dry dock work on the hull, leg assembly, derrick assembly, pedestal column fabrication, and jacking tower construction.

The on-schedule progress of this jackup drilling rig is another example of Zentech’s dedication to complete client satisfaction, by working closely with both the shipyard and with the rig owner, Alliance Offshore Drilling (AOD).

Photographs of the Zentech’s R-550D’s construction progress can be viewed at the provided link below.

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Contact: Ravi Maini, Tel. 281-558-0290 (Mobile: 713-240-9102)

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Zentech is excited to announce these updated construction photographs that confirm the progress at the CSSC-Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Co. Ltd, of Hull H-6001 of the Zentech R-550D jackup drilling rig. The photos were taken in early January, 2015.

By reviewing these photos, interested parties may observe the current stages of the construction process that includes dry dock work on the hull, leg assembly, derrick assembly, pedestal column fabrication, and jacking tower construction.

The on-schedule progress of this jackup drilling rig is another example of Zentech’s dedication to complete client satisfaction, by working closely with both the shipyard and with rig owner, Alliance Offshore Drilling (AOD).

Photographs of the Zentech’s R-550D’s jackup rig construction progress can be viewed at the provided link below.

Contact: Ravi Maini, Tel. 281-558-0290 (Mobile: 713-240-9102)

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Zentech is pleased to provide these construction photographs that confirm the progress at the CSSC-Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Co. Ltd, of Hull H-6001 of the Zentech R-550D jackup drilling rig. The photos were taken in early December, 2014.

By reviewing these photos, interested parties may observe the current stages of the construction process that includes dry dock work on the hull, leg assembly, derrick assembly, pedestal column fabrication, and jacking tower construction.

The on-schedule progress of this jackup drilling rig is another example of Zentech’s dedication to complete client satisfaction, by working closely with both the shipyard and with the rig owner, Alliance Offshore Drilling (AOD).

Photographs of the Zentech’s R-550D’s construction progress can be viewed at the provided link below.

Contact: Ravi Maini, Tel. 281-558-0290 (Mobile: 713-240-9102)

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Bob “Sonny” Fogal, one of the icons in the offshore oil and gas industry, has decided to retire from front-line work as Zentech’s Director of Business Development. Zentech’s President Ramesh Maini noted on August 28th “All the serious players in our industry know Bob and his many accomplishments. He is clearly among the elite in this group.”

Mr. Fogal has spent his entire career in the rig building business, starting with Levingston Shipyard and subsequent work with major designers and builders in the U.S. as well as Singapore, Japan, China, Brazil, India, South Africa, and the Middle East. His official full-time employment began in 1957, although

Bob admits that he was actually working part-time in the shipyard even before then. His earliest assignments included engineering, estimating and QA-QC in the shipyard, followed by equal success in construction, projects, yard management and ultimately sales. This is where his star really started to shine, where Bob discovered his true passion. Ramesh Maini points out that “Since that time, Bob has been heavily involved in the sale and building of over 100 rigs and vessels.”

Throughout his career, Bob has accumulated many awards and accolades for his contributions to the industry. He has held memberships in IADC, MTS, SNAME, SPE and the NOMADS.

When asked about his future plans, Bob was noncommittal about his next adventure, although he wants to spend more time with his wife at their home in Alabama, and also with his children, grand- and great-grandchildren.

Zentech is a Houston based marine engineering and naval architecture consulting firm specializing in the offshore oil and gas and renewable energy industries. The Company has a thirty-five year history of providing innovative engineering solutions, and employs a professional staff of over 160 in six international locations. Zentech’s expertise encompasses dynamically positioned semi-submersibles, drillships, jackup drilling units, barges, fixed offshore platforms, fabrication yards, floating production systems, risers and pipelines.

Contact: Ravi Maini, Tel. 281-558-0290 (Mobile: 713-240-9102)

HOUSTON, TEXAS U.S.A. – CSSC Guangzhou Huangpu Shipbuilding (CSSC-HPS) confirmed today it is starting the construction of “two plus two” units of Jackup Drilling Rigs capable of operating in 400 Foot Water Depths, using the Zentech design and TSC integrated equipment packages.

Alliance Offshore Drilling PTE Ltd. of Singapore stated today that it is the owner of the R-550D rigs under construction.

CSSC-HPS is a large-scale state owned company and member of the China State Shipbuilding Corporation, with advanced ship design and manufacturing capabilitiesthat have been proven since their construction of the “HUAHAI 1” drilling platform in 1984. More recent innovations include the 400 ton shallow water heavy lift and pipe- laying vessel, an engineering survey vessel for 3,000 meter water depths, and others which have resulted in CSSC-HPS becoming the major offshore specialty construction base in southern China.

CSSC-HPS has joined with TSC Group Holdings, Ltd., a Cayman Islands company and Zentech, Inc. of Houston, Texas to form a new business model for the design of the basic rig (Zentech), fully integrated drilling equipment and control package (TSC Offshore), and construction at the Huangpu Shipyard. The concept is centered on the patented Zentech R-550D, a high capacity and extended reach Jackup drilling rig, rated for 400 Ft. Water Depths. This design was recently approved by the Technical Appraisal Committee, comprised of a blue-ribbon panel of Chinese and international offshore drilling experts, and has also been granted ABS Class approval.

TSC Group Holdings, Ltd., is a global product and service provider, serving both onshore and offshore drilling industries worldwide. TSC’s comprehensive product lines include drilling equipment, mechanical handling equipment, solids control equipment, power control and drives, drill cabins, deck cranes, tensioning and compensation systems for semi-submersible rigs and drillships. TSC also provides jacking systems and rack materials for jack-up rigs. With its engineering, manufacturing, service facilities in all major oil and gas producing regions such as Brazil, China, UAE, Singapore, the US, and the UK, TSC provides single-source designing, manufacturing and integrated equipment packages for all types of offshore drilling rigs.

Zentech, Inc. is a Houston based marine engineering and naval architecture consulting firm specializing in the offshore oil and gas and renewable energy industries. The Company has more than thirty years experience in providing innovative engineering solutions, and employs a professional staff of over 160 in six international locations. Zentech’s expertise encompasses dynamically positioned Semi-submersibles, Drill-ships, Jack-up drilling units, Modular Platform drilling rigs, Barge rigs, Fixed offshore platforms, shipyards, floating production systems, risers and pipelines.

Contact: Ravi Maini, Tel. 281-558-0290 (Mobile: 713-240-9102)

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Zentech, Inc. confirmed today its participation in a Strategic Cooperation Agreement for fully integrated jackup drilling rig construction.

Zentech joins China’s CSSC Guangzhou Huangpu Shipbuilding Company Ltd. and TSC Group Holdings, Ltd. in a new venture that involves the design of the basic rig and fully integrated drilling equipment and control package, and will be constructed at Huangpu Shipyard. The concept is centered on the patented Zentech R-550D, a high capacity and extended reach Jackup drilling rig, rated for 400 Ft. Water Depths.

This strategic cooperative program employs Zentech’s basic drilling rig design expertise for the R-550D, coupled with the TSC fully-integrated drilling and control systems package, all constructed at CSSC HPS in China.

The consortium expects construction of the first drilling rig to begin no later than May, 2013 and is already engaged in negotiations with undisclosed owners for the first unit, expected to be sold at highly competitive terms.

TSC Group Holdings, Ltd., is a global product and service provider, serving both onshore and offshore drilling industries worldwide. TSC’s comprehensive product lines include drilling equipment, mechanical handling equipment, solids control equipment, power control and drives, drill cabins, deck cranes, tensioning and compensation systems for semi-submersible rigs and drillships. TSC also provides jacking systems and rack materials for jack-up rigs. With its manufacturing facilities in China, the US, and the UK, TSC provides single- source designing, manufacturing and integrated equipment packages for all types of offshore drilling rigs.

CSSC HPS Huangpu Shipbuilding Company is a leading marine and naval shipyard in Quangzhou City and employs one of China’s most modern and technically competent shipbuilding capabilities, with a history dating to its origination in 1851. The company’s pedigree includes over 34 offshore oil and gas related vessel completions.

Zentech, Inc. is a Houston based marine engineering and naval architecture consulting firm specializing in the offshore oil and gas and renewable energy industries. The Company has more than thirty years experience in providing innovative engineering solutions, and employs a professional staff of over 160 in six international locations. Zentech’s expertise encompasses dynamically positioned Semi-submersibles, Drill-ships, Jack-up drilling units, Modular Platform drilling rigs, Barge rigs, Fixed offshore platforms, shipyards, floating production systems, risers and pipelines.

The company’s primary disciplines include structural engineering, naval architecture/marine engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as a wide range of proprietary engineering software for the offshore industry. Zentech has developed five state-of-the-art Jack-up and Semi-submersible drilling rigs, and wind farm support vessel designs. Zentech also owns two existing vessels, a Semi-SWATH and a Jack-up unit that are ideally suited to offshore wind farm installation work and currently available for charter.