KATRINA/RITA RESPONSE - LETTER FROM MANAGEMENT

In the wake of hurricanes Katrina and Rita, we have all been witness to the catastrophic loss of people, property and the environment and our thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of those affected. Although we at The O’BRIEN’S Group were directly affected, we are happy to report that all of our employees and their families are accounted for and safe. We want to thank all of our clients, associates and friends who have been calling to check on us. Your concern for our well-being, offers of assistance and general words of kindness are deeply appreciated. Our Slidell office and staff have been temporarily relocated in Houston where our response operations center is fully functional and being staffed 24/7. We want to assure you that The O’BRIEN’S Group continues to be ready for responses to all of our clients. Our employees and vast network of professionals have been working tirelessly to provide immediate response and uninterrupted consulting and vessel services to our many loyal clients. We are proud of them and proud to say that we’ve successfully met all of the challenges that the last few weeks have brought.

Tim Perkins, CEO

Jim O’Brien, President

Sanjiv Beri, President – Vessel Services Division

Ben Benson, Executive Vice President – Response Services

Gary Stankovich, Executive Vice President – Consulting Services