Evolving regulatory issues and the politics that surround them will be key topics when the Offshore Risk Management Forum debuts before an international audience at Deep Offshore Technology International® (DOT) here Oct. 11-13.

The forum on Oct. 12 will examine contract, operational, enterprise and other forms of risk through several panel discussions focusing on political and regulatory issues and challenges, drilling safety requirements and insurance issues. Moderators and panelists include representatives from Shell, Boots & Coots, Hess, Hercules Offshore and Phoenix Exploration Co.

The panel discussions were created to raise awareness and clarify industry issues regarding the ever-changing regulatory climate of the deepwater industry. Additionally, the forum will facilitate active discussion among participants and panelists regarding preparation for meeting regulatory expectations from the federal government.

The DOT advisory board has selected a comprehensive group of more than 20 experts from the deepwater industry that will ensure a solid and well-rounded look at the industry.

“The concept for the Offshore Risk Management Forum was presented by the DOT advisory board long before the BP Macondo well blowout,” said David Paganie Chief Editor, Offshore magazine. “However, as a result of this tragedy, it is important that we come together as an industry to present ideas and come up with new solutions and scenarios to ensure that this does not happen again.”

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