Friede & Goldman, Ltd.

is a world-leading independent designer of mobile offshore

drilling units1. The company has over 70 years of innovation and expertise in the
offshore industry1.

Friede & Goldman has designed more than 280 offshore rigs and vessels that have
been built and delivered worldwide1. Their designs include the innovative L-780
series in the 1980s and the industry-preferred JU-2000Es for 400-ft water depth1.

In recent years, Friede & Goldman has expanded their expertise to designing
offshore wind farm solutions1. They have developed a suite of innovative wind
turbine installation vessels, floating wind turbine structures, and US Jones Act
compliant feeder vessel solutions1.

Their semi-submersible success dates back to the 1970s with 81 built to date,
including the reliable Pacesetter and Trendsetter designs1. These legacy offshore
vessel designs served as the basis for their updated and technologically advanced
ExD class of semi-submersible designs1.

Friede & Goldman is based in Houston, Texas1. Their team of experts delivers world-
class engineering and equipment services through a unique combination of
experience, talent, and excellent communication between designer, owner, and
builder1.