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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C.  20549

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Form 10-K

(Mark One)



 

Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934



For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018

Or





 

Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934



For the Transition Period from ________ to _______



Commission File No. 001-34037

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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)





 

 

Delaware

 

75-2379388

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

 

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1001 Louisiana Street, Suite 2900

 

 

Houston, TX

 

77002

Address of principal executive offices)

 

(Zip Code)



Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 654-2200



Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:



 

 

Title of each class:

 

Name of each exchange on which registered:

Common Stock, $.001 Par Value

 

New York Stock Exchange



Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:

None



Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.  Yes     No  



Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Act.  Yes     No 



Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes     No  



Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes     No  



Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§ 229.405 of this chapter) is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. 



Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.





 

 

Large accelerated filer   

 

Accelerated filer                            

Non-accelerated filer     

 

Smaller reporting company           

  

 

Emerging growth company           



If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  



Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).     Yes     No  



At June 30, 2018, the aggregate market value of the registrant’s voting stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant was $1.52 billion.  At February 14, 2019 there were 155,931,859 shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding. 

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DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Certain information called for by Items 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14 of Part III is incorporated by reference from the registrant’s definitive proxy statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A.









 

 

 


 



SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Annual Report on Form 10-K for

the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS



 

 

 

 

 



 

 

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PART I

 

 



 

 

 



Item 1

Business

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Item 1A

Risk Factors

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Item 1B

Unresolved Staff Comments

16



Item 2

Properties

16



Item 3

Legal Proceedings

16



Item 4

Mine Safety Disclosures

16



 

 

 

PART II

 

 



 

 

 



Item 5

Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters, and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

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Item 6

Selected Financial Data

19



Item 7

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

20



Item 7A

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

28



Item 8

Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

30



Item 9

Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

64



Item 9A

Controls and Procedures

64



Item 9B

Other Information

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PART III

 

 



 

 

 



Item 10

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

66



Item 11

Executive Compensation

66



Item 12

Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

66



Item 13

Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

66



Item 14

Principal Accounting Fees and Services

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PART IV

 

 



 

 

 



Item 15

Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules

66



Item 16

Form 10-K Summary

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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This Annual Report on Form 10-K and other documents filed by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) contain, and future oral or written statements or press releases by us and our management may contain, forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Generally, the words “expects,” “anticipates,” “targets,” “goals,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks” and “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words.  All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K or such other materials regarding our financial position, financial performance, liquidity, strategic alternatives, market outlook, future capital needs, capital allocation plans, business strategies and other plans and objectives of our management for future operations and activities are forward-looking statements.  These statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by our management in light of its experience and prevailing circumstances on the date such statements are made.  Such forward-looking statements, and the assumptions on which they are based, are inherently speculative and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from such statements.  Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the conditions in the oil and gas industry, especially oil and natural gas prices and capital expenditures by oil and gas companies; our outstanding debt obligations and the potential effect of limiting our ability to fund future growth and operations and increasing our exposure to risk during adverse economic conditions; necessary capital financing may not be available at economic rates or at all; volatility of our common stock; operating hazards, including the significant possibility of accidents resulting in personal injury or death, property damage or environmental damage for which we may have limited or no insurance coverage or indemnification rights; we may not be fully indemnified against losses incurred due to catastrophic events; claims, litigation or other proceedings that require cash payments or could impair financial condition; credit risk associated with our customer base; the effect of regulatory programs (including regarding worker health and safety laws) and environmental matters on our operations or prospects, including the risk that future changes in the regulation of hydraulic fracturing could reduce demand for our pressure pumping and fluid management services, or that future changes in climate change legislation could result in increased operating costs or reduced commodity demand globally; the impact that unfavorable or unusual weather conditions could have on our operations; the potential inability to retain key employees and skilled workers; political, legal, economic and other risks and uncertainties associated with our international operations; laws, regulations or practices in foreign countries could materially restrict our operations or expose us to additional risks; potential changes in tax laws, adverse positions taken by tax authorities or tax audits impacting our operating results; changes in competitive and technological factors affecting our operations; risks associated with the uncertainty of macroeconomic and business conditions worldwide; not realizing the benefits of acquisitions or divestitures; our operations may be subject to cyber-attacks that could have an adverse effect on our business operations; counterparty risks associated with reliance on key suppliers; challenges with estimating our potential liabilities related to our oil and natural gas property; and risks associated with potential changes of Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) security and bonding requirements for offshore platforms.  These risks and other uncertainties related to our business are described in detail below in Part I, Item 1A of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.  Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct.  Investors are cautioned that many of the assumptions on which our forward-looking statements are based are likely to change after such statements are made, including for example the market prices of oil and gas and regulations affecting oil and gas operations, which we cannot control or anticipate.  Further, we may make changes to our business strategies and plans (including our capital spending and capital allocation plans) at any time and without notice, based on any changes in the above-listed factors, our assumptions or otherwise, any of which could or will affect our results.  For all these reasons, actual events and results may differ materially from those anticipated, estimated, projected or implied by us in our forward-looking statements.  We undertake no obligation to update any of our forward-looking statements for any reason, notwithstanding any changes in our assumptions, changes in our business plans, our actual experience, or other changes.  You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.

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 PART I



Item 1. Business

General



We provide a wide variety of services and products to the energy industry.  We serve major, national and independent oil and natural gas exploration and production companies around the world and we offer products and services with respect to the various phases of a well’s economic life cycle.  We report our operating results in four business segments: Drilling Products and Services; Onshore Completion and Workover Services; Production Services; and Technical Solutions.  Given our long-term strategy of geographic expansion, we also provide supplemental segment revenue information in three geographic areas:  U.S. land; Gulf of Mexico; and International.



For information about our operating segments and financial information by operating segment and geographic area, refer to “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” included in Part II, Item 7 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K and note 8 to our consolidated financial statements included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 



Products and Services



We offer a wide variety of specialized oilfield services and equipment generally categorized by their typical use during the economic life of a well.  A description of the products and services offered by each of our four segments is as follows:



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Drilling Products and Services – Includes downhole drilling tools and surface rentals.



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Downhole drilling tools – Includes rentals of tubulars, such as primary drill pipe strings, landing strings, completion tubulars and associated accessories, and manufacturing and rentals of bottom hole tools, including stabilizers, non-magnetic drill collars and hole openers.



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Surface rentals – Includes rentals of temporary onshore and offshore accommodation modules and accessories.



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Onshore Completion and Workover Services – Includes pressure pumping, fluid management and workover services.



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Pressure pumping – Includes hydraulic fracturing and high pressure pumping services used to complete and stimulate production in new oil and gas wells.



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Fluid management – Includes services used to obtain, move, store and dispose of fluids that are involved in the exploration, development and production of oil and gas, including mobile piping systems, specialized trucks, fracturing tanks and other assets that transport, heat, pump and dispose of fluids.



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Workover services – Includes a variety of well completion, workover and maintenance services, including installations, completions, sidetracking of wells and support for perforating operations.



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Production Services – Includes intervention services.



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Intervention services – Includes services to enhance, maintain and extend oil and gas production during the life of the well, including coiled tubing, cased hole and mechanical wireline, hydraulic workover and snubbing, pressure control services, production testing and optimization.



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Technical Solutions – Includes products and services that generally address customer-specific needs with their applications, which typically require specialized engineering, manufacturing or project planning expertise.  Most operations requiring our technical solutions are generally in offshore environments during the completion, production and decommissioning phase of an oil and gas well.  These products and services primarily include completion tools and services, well control services and subsea well intervention. 



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Completion tools and services – Provides products and services used during the completion phase of an offshore well to control sand and maximize oil and gas production, including sand control systems, well screens and filters, and surface-controlled sub surface safety valves.



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Well control services – Resolves well control and pressure control problems through firefighting, engineering and well control training.



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Subsea well intervention – Provides offshore well decommissioning services, consisting of plugging and abandoning wells at the end of their economic life.



The Technical Solutions segment also includes revenues from oil and gas production related to our 51% ownership interest in our sole federal offshore oil and gas property (which we refer to in this Annual Report on Form 10-K as the “oil and gas property”) and related assets. 



Customers



Our customers are the major and independent oil and gas companies that are active in the geographic areas in which we operate.  There were no customers that exceeded 10% of our total revenues in 2018.  Anadarko Petroleum Corporation (Anadarko) accounted for approximately 13% and 11% of our revenues in 2017 and 2016, respectively, primarily within the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment.  The reduction in sales to existing large customers could have a material adverse effect on our business and operations if it is not offset by sales to new or other existing customers.



Competition



We provide products and services worldwide in highly competitive markets, with competitors comprised of both small and large companies.  Our revenues and earnings can be affected by several factors, including changes in competition, fluctuations in drilling and completion activity, perceptions of future prices of oil and gas, government regulation, disruptions caused by weather and general economic conditions.  We believe that the principal competitive factors are price, performance, product and service quality, safety, response time and breadth of products and services.



Potential Liabilities and Insurance



Our operations involve a high degree of operational risk and expose us to significant liabilities.  An accident involving our services or equipment, or the failure of a product sold by us, could result in personal injury, loss of life, and damage to property, equipment or the environment.  Litigation arising from a catastrophic occurrence, such as fire, explosion, well blowout or vessel loss, may result in substantial claims for damages. 



As is customary in our industry, our contracts generally provide that we will indemnify and hold harmless our customers from any claims arising from personal injury or death of our employees, damage to or loss of our equipment, and pollution emanating from our equipment and services.  Similarly, our customers generally agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims arising from personal injury or death of their employees, damage to or loss of their equipment or property, and pollution caused from their equipment or the well reservoir (including uncontained oil flow from a reservoir).  Nonetheless, our indemnification arrangements may not protect us in every case.



We maintain a liability insurance program that covers against certain operating hazards, including product liability, property damage and personal injury claims, as well as certain limited environmental pollution claims for damage to a third party or its property arising out of contact with pollution for which we are liable, but well control costs are not covered by this program.  These policies include primary and excess umbrella liability policies with limits of $350 million per occurrence, including sudden and accidental pollution incidents.  All of the insurance policies we purchase contain specific terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions and are subject to either deductibles or self-insured retention amounts for which we are responsible.  There can be no assurance that the nature and amount of insurance we maintain will be sufficient to fully protect us against all liabilities related to our business.



Government Regulation



Our business is significantly affected by Federal, State and local laws and other regulations.  These laws and regulations relate to, among other things:



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worker safety standards;



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the protection of the environment;



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the handling and transportation of hazardous materials; and



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the mobilization of our equipment to, and operations conducted at, our work sites.



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Numerous permits are required for the conduct of our business and operation of our various facilities and equipment, including our underground injection wells, marine vessels, trucks and other heavy equipment.  These permits can be revoked, modified or renewed by issuing authorities based on factors both within and outside our control.



We cannot predict the level of enforcement of existing laws and regulations or how such laws and regulations may be interpreted by enforcement agencies or court rulings in the future.  We also cannot predict whether additional laws and regulations will be adopted, including changes in regulatory oversight, increase of federal, state or local taxes, increase of inspection costs, or the effect such changes may have on us, our businesses or our financial condition.



Environmental Matters



Our operations, and those of our customers, are subject to extensive laws, regulations and treaties relating to air and water quality, generation, storage and handling of hazardous materials, and emission and discharge of materials into the environment.  We believe we are in substantial compliance with all regulations affecting our business.  Historically, our expenditures in furtherance of our compliance with these laws, regulations and treaties have not been material, and we do not expect the cost of compliance to be material in the future.



Raw Materials



We purchase various raw materials and component parts in connection with delivering our products and services.  These materials are generally, but not always, available from multiple sources and may be subject to price volatility.  While we generally do not experience significant long-term shortages of these materials, we have from time to time experienced temporary shortages of particular raw materials.  We are always seeking ways to ensure the availability of resources, as well as manage costs of raw materials.



Seasonality



Seasonal weather and severe weather conditions can temporarily impair our operations and reduce demand for our products and services.  Examples of seasonal events that negatively affect our operations include high seas associated with cold fronts during the winter months and hurricanes during the summer months in the Gulf of Mexico, and severe cold during winter months in the U.S. land market area. 



Employees



At December 31, 2018, we had approximately 6,600 employees.  Approximately 6% of our employees are subject to union contracts, all of which are in international locations.  We believe that we have good relationships with our employees.



Facilities



Our principal executive offices are located at 1001 Louisiana Street, Suite 2900, Houston, Texas, 77002.  We own or lease a large number of facilities in the various areas in which we operate throughout the world.



Intellectual Property



We seek patent and trademark protections throughout the world for our technology when we deem it prudent, and we aggressively pursue protection of these rights.  We believe our patents and trademarks are adequate for the conduct of our business, and that no single patent or trademark is critical to our business.  In addition, we rely to a great extent on the technical expertise and know-how of our personnel to maintain our competitive position.



Other Information



We have our principal executive offices at 1001 Louisiana Street, Suite 2900, Houston, Texas 77002.  Our telephone number is (713) 654-2200.  We also have a website at http://www.superiorenergy.com.  Copies of the annual, quarterly and current reports we file with or furnish to the SEC, and any amendments to those reports, are available on our website free of charge soon after such reports are filed with or furnished to the SEC.  The information posted on our website is not incorporated into this Annual Report on Form 10-K.  Alternatively, you may access these reports at the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov/.



Our Shared Core Values at Work (Code of Conduct) applies to all of our directors, officers and employees.  This Code of Conduct is publicly available on the Corporate Governance page in the About Us section of our website at http://www.superiorenergy.com.  Any waivers granted to directors or executive officers and any material amendment to our Code of Conduct will be posted promptly on our website and/or disclosed in a current report on Form 8-K.



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Investors should be aware that while we do, at various times, communicate with securities analysts, it is against our policy to selectively disclose to them any material non-public information or other confidential information.  Accordingly, investors should not assume that we agree with any statement or report issued by an analyst with respect to our past or projected performance.  To the extent that reports issued by securities analysts contain any projections, forecasts or opinions, such reports are not our responsibility.



Executive Officers



The following table indicates the names and ages of our executive officers, including all offices and positions held by each in the past five years:





 



 



 



 

Name and Age

Offices Held and Term of Office

David D. Dunlap

(Age 57)

 

President and Chief Executive Officer, since February 2011

Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr.

(Age 47)

 

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, since March 2018

Executive Vice President of International Services, from February 2012 to February 2018

 

James W. Spexarth

(Age 51)

 

Chief Accounting Officer, since March 2018

Vice President and Corporate Controller, from August 2013 to February 2018

 

A. Patrick Bernard

(Age 61)

 

Executive Vice President, since April 2016

Senior Executive Vice President, from July 2006 to March 2016

 

Brian K. Moore

(Age 62)

 

Executive Vice President of Corporate Services, since April 2016

Senior Executive Vice President of North America Services, from February 2012 to March 2016

William B. Masters

(Age 61)

 

Executive Vice President and General Counsel, since March 2008

 

 



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Item 1A. Risk Factors



The following information should be read in conjunction with “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” contained in Part II, Item 7 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, the consolidated financial statements and related notes contained in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K and the matters contained under the caption “Forward-Looking Statements” at the beginning of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.



The following discussion of “risk factors” identifies the most significant risks or uncertainties that could (i) materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity or prospects, as well as the market value of our securities, or (ii) cause our actual results to differ materially from our anticipated results or other expectations.  These risks are not the only risks that we face.  Our business operations could also be affected by additional factors that apply to all companies operating in the U.S. and globally, as well as other risks that are not presently known to us or that we currently consider to be immaterial to our operations.  These risks include:

Our business depends on conditions in the oil and gas industry, especially oil and natural gas prices and capital expenditures by oil and gas companies.

Our business depends on the level of oil and natural gas exploration, development and production activity by oil and gas companies worldwide.  The level of exploration, development and production activity is directly affected by trends in oil and natural gas prices, which historically have been volatile and difficult to predict.  Oil and natural gas prices are subject to large fluctuations in response to relatively minor changes in supply and demand, economic growth trends, market uncertainty and a variety of other factors beyond our control.  Lower oil and natural gas prices generally lead to decreased spending by our customers.  While higher oil and natural gas prices generally lead to increased spending by our customers, sustained high energy prices can also be an impediment to economic growth and can therefore negatively impact spending by our customers.  Our customers may also take into account the volatility of energy prices and other risk factors by requiring higher returns for individual projects if there is higher perceived risk.  Any of these factors could significantly affect the demand for oil and natural gas, which could affect the level of capital spending by our customers and in turn could have a material effect on our results of operations.

The availability of quality drilling prospects, exploration success, relative production costs, expectations about future oil and natural gas demand and prices, the stage of reservoir development, the availability of financing, and political and regulatory environments are also expected to affect levels of exploration, development, and production activity, which would impact the demand for our services.  Any prolonged reduction of oil and natural gas prices, as well as anticipated declines, could also result in lower levels of exploration, development, and production activity.

The demand for our services may be affected by numerous factors, including the following:

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the cost of exploring for, producing and delivering oil and natural gas;

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demand for energy, which is affected by worldwide economic activity, population growth and market expectations regarding future trends;

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the ability of Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and other key oil-producing countries to set and maintain production levels for oil;

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the level of excess production capacity;

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the discovery rate of new oil and natural gas reserves;

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domestic and global political and economic uncertainty, socio-political unrest and instability, terrorism or hostilities;

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weather conditions and changes in weather patterns, including summer and winter temperatures that impact demand;

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the availability, proximity and capacity of transportation facilities;

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oil refining capacity and shifts in end-customer preferences toward fuel efficiency;

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the level and effect of trading in commodity future markets, including trading by commodity price speculators and others;

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demand for and availability of alternative, competing sources of energy;

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the extent to which taxes, tax credits, environmental regulations, auctions of mineral rights, drilling permits, drilling concessions, drilling moratoriums or other governmental regulations, actions or policies affect the production, cost of production, price or availability of petroleum products and alternative energy sources; and

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technological advances affecting energy exploration, production and consumption.

The oil and gas industry has historically experienced periodic downturns, which have been characterized by significantly reduced demand for oilfield services and downward pressure on the prices we charge.  Moreover, weakness in the oil and gas industry may adversely impact the financial position of our customers, which in turn could cause them to fail to pay amounts owed to us in a timely manner or at all.  Any of these events could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and prospects.

We have outstanding debt obligations that could limit our ability to fund future growth and operations and increase our exposure to risk during adverse economic conditions.

At December 31, 2018, we had $1.3 billion in outstanding debt obligations, $800 million of which matures in December 2021.  Many factors, including factors beyond our control, may affect our ability to make payments on our outstanding indebtedness.  These factors include those discussed elsewhere in these Risk Factors and those listed in the “Forward-Looking Statements” section included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Our existing debt and associated commitments could have important adverse consequences.  For example, these commitments could:

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make it more difficult for us to satisfy our contractual obligations;

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increase our vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions;

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limit our ability to refinance our debt in the future or borrow additional funds;

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limit our ability to fund future working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions or other corporate requirements;

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limit our flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in our business and our industry; and

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place us at a disadvantage compared to our competitors that have less debt or less restrictive covenants in such debt.

Necessary capital financing may not be available at economic rates or at all.

Turmoil in the credit and financial markets could adversely affect financial institutions, inhibit lending and limit our access to funding through borrowings under our credit facility or obtaining other financing in the public or private capital markets on terms we believe to be reasonable.  Prevailing market conditions could be adversely affected by the ongoing disruptions in domestic or overseas sovereign or corporate debt markets, low commodity prices or other factors impacting our business, contractions or limited growth in the economy or other similar adverse economic developments in the U.S. or abroad.  Instability in the global financial markets has from time to time resulted in periodic volatility in the capital markets.  This volatility could limit our access to the credit markets, leading to higher borrowing costs or, in some cases, the inability to obtain financing on terms that are acceptable to us, or at all.  Any such failure to obtain additional financing could jeopardize our ability to repay, refinance or reduce our debt obligations, or to meet our other financial commitments.

The price of our common stock has been volatile and may continue to fluctuate substantially.

The market price of our common stock has been volatile in the past.  During the year ended December 31, 2018, our common stock had traded as high as $12.73 and as low as $2.87.  In addition, the market price of our common stock may be highly volatile in the future.  Some of the factors that could affect the price of our common stock are quarterly increases or decreases in revenue or earnings, changes in revenue or earnings estimates by the investment community and speculation in the press or investment community about our financial condition or results of operations.  General market conditions and U.S. or international economic factors and political events unrelated to our performance may also affect our stock price.  For these reasons, investors should not rely on recent trends in the price of our common stock to predict the future price of our common stock or our financial results.

There are operating hazards inherent in the oil and gas industry that could expose us to substantial liabilities.

Our operations are subject to hazards inherent in the oil and gas industry that may lead to property damage, personal injury, death or the discharge of hazardous materials into the environment.  Many of these events are outside of our control.  Typically, we provide products

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and services at a well site where our personnel and equipment are located together with personnel and equipment of our customer and other service providers.  From time to time, personnel are injured or equipment or property is damaged or destroyed as a result of accidents, failed equipment, faulty products or services, failure of safety measures, uncontained formation pressures or other dangers inherent in oil and natural gas exploration, development and production.  Any of these events can be the result of human error or purely accidental, and it may be difficult or impossible to definitively determine the ultimate cause of the event or whose personnel or equipment contributed thereto.  All of these risks expose us to a wide range of significant health, safety and environmental risks and potentially substantial litigation claims for damages.  With increasing frequency, our products and services are deployed in more challenging exploration, development and production locations.  From time to time, customers and third parties may seek to hold us accountable for damages and costs incurred as a result of an accident, including pollution, even under circumstances where we believe we did not cause or contribute to the accident.  Our insurance policies are subject to exclusions, limitations and other conditions, and may not protect us against liability for some types of events, including events involving a well blowout, or against losses from business interruption.  Moreover, we may not be able to maintain insurance at levels of risk coverage or policy limits that we deem adequate or on terms that we deem commercially reasonable.  Any damages or losses that are not covered by insurance, or are in excess of policy limits or subject to substantial deductibles or retentions, could adversely affect our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows. 

We may not be fully indemnified against losses incurred due to catastrophic events.

As is customary in our industry, our contracts generally provide that we will indemnify and hold harmless our customers from any claims arising from personal injury or death of our employees, damage to or loss of our equipment, and pollution emanating from our equipment and services.  Similarly, our customers generally agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims arising from personal injury or death of their employees, damage to or loss of their equipment or property, and pollution caused from their equipment or the well reservoir (including uncontained oil flow from a reservoir).  Our indemnification arrangements may not protect us in every case.  For example, from time to time we may enter into contracts with less favorable indemnities or perform work without a contract that protects us.  In addition, our indemnification rights may not fully protect us if we cannot prove that we are entitled to be indemnified or if the customer is bankrupt or insolvent, does not maintain adequate insurance or otherwise does not possess sufficient resources to indemnify us.  In addition, our indemnification rights may be held unenforceable in some jurisdictions.

Our customers’ changing views on risk allocation could cause us to accept greater risk to win new business or could result in us losing business if we are not prepared to take such risks.  To the extent that we accept such additional risk, and insure against it, our insurance premiums could rise.

From time to time, we are subject to various claims, litigation and other proceedings that could ultimately be resolved against us, requiring material future cash payments or charges, which could impair our financial condition or results of operations.

The size, nature and complexity of our business make us susceptible to various claims, both in litigation and binding arbitration proceedings.  We may in the future become subject to various claims, which, if not resolved within amounts we have accrued, could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.  Similarly, any claims, even if fully indemnified or insured, could negatively impact our reputation among our customers and the public, and make it more difficult for us to compete effectively or obtain adequate insurance in the future.

The credit risks of our customer base could result in losses.

Many of our customers are oil and gas companies that are facing liquidity constraints in light of the current commodity price environment.  These customers impact our overall exposure to credit risk as they are also affected by prolonged changes in economic and industry conditions.  If a significant number of our customers experience a prolonged business decline or disruptions, we may incur increased exposure to credit risk and bad debts.

Increased regulation of or limiting or banning hydraulic fracturing and wastewater disposal could reduce demand for our pressure pumping and fluid management services.

Our customers rely on hydraulic fracturing in conducting exploration and production operations.  Hydraulic fracturing is typically regulated by state oil and gas commissions and similar agencies.  However, the practice of hydraulically fracturing formations to stimulate the production of natural gas and oil remains under increased scrutiny from federal, state and local governmental authorities.  Various federal legislative and regulatory initiatives have been undertaken which could result in additional requirements or restrictions being imposed on hydraulic fracturing operations.  Federal agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Bureau of Land Management, have in the past asserted regulatory authority over certain aspects of hydraulic fracturing within their specific jurisdiction.  From time to time, Congress has considered legislative measures to regulate hydraulic fracturing, including the imposition of chemical disclosure and permitting requirements.

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At the state level, several states have adopted or are considering legal requirements that could impose more stringent permitting, disclosure, and well construction requirements on hydraulic fracturing activities.  Local governments may also seek to adopt ordinances within their jurisdictions regulating the time, place and manner of, or prohibiting the performance of, drilling activities in general or hydraulic fracturing activities in particular.

In addition, in recent years there have been various legislative and regulatory initiatives intended to address seismic activity associated with disposal wells.  Developing research suggests that the link between seismic activity and wastewater disposal may vary by region, and that only a very small fraction of the tens of thousands of injection wells have been suspected to be, or have been, the likely cause of induced seismicity.  The United States Geological Survey identified certain states with the most significant hazards from induced seismicity, including states where we operate, such as Oklahoma, Texas and Colorado.  In response to concerns regarding induced seismicity, regulators in some states have imposed, or are considering imposing, additional requirements in the permitting of produced water disposal wells in proximity to faults.  For example, Oklahoma implemented plans restricting or suspending disposal well operations of certain wells where seismic incidents have occurred. In particular, hydraulic fracturing operations in the Oklahoma SCOOP and STACK, where we conduct operations may be suspended following earthquakes of certain magnitudes in the vicinity. In addition, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission’s Oil and Gas Conservation Division issued an order limiting future increases in the volume of oil and natural gas wastewater injected into the ground in an effort to reduce the number of earthquakes in the state. The Texas Railroad Commission has adopted similar rules. Furthermore, ongoing lawsuits allege that disposal well operations have caused damage to neighboring properties or otherwise violated state and federal rules regulating waste disposal. These developments could result in additional regulation and restrictions on the use of injection wells. Increased regulation and attention given to induced seismicity could lead to greater opposition to oil and gas activities utilizing injection wells for waste disposal.

The adoption of additional legislation or regulation could impose further requirements or limitations, such as restrictions on the use of certain chemicals or prohibitions on hydraulic fracturing and disposal of wastewater in certain areas, which could impact our and our customers operations, and demand for our services.

We are subject to environmental, worker health and safety laws and regulations, which could reduce our business opportunities and revenue, and increase our costs and liabilities.

Our business is significantly affected by a wide range of environmental and worker health and safety laws and regulations in the areas in which we operate, including increasingly rigorous environmental laws and regulations governing air emissions, water discharges and waste management.  Generally, these laws and regulations have become more stringent and have sought to impose greater liability on a larger number of potentially responsible parties.  The Macondo well explosion in 2010 resulted in additional regulation of our offshore operations, and similar onshore or offshore accidents in the future could result in additional increases in regulation.  Failure to comply with these laws and regulations may result in a variety of administrative, civil and criminal enforcement measures, including assessment of monetary penalties, imposition of remedial requirements and issuance of injunctions as to future compliance.

Environmental laws and regulations may provide for “strict liability” for remediation costs, damages to natural resources or threats to public health and safety as a result of our conduct that was lawful at the time it occurred or the conduct of, or conditions caused by, prior owners or operators or other third parties.  Strict liability can render a party liable for damages without regard to negligence or fault on the part of the party.  Some environmental laws provide for joint and several strict liability for remediation of spills and releases of hazardous substances.  For example, our well service and fluids businesses routinely involve the handling of significant amounts of waste materials, some of which are classified as hazardous substances.  We also store, transport and use radioactive and explosive materials in certain of our operations.  In addition, many of our current and former facilities are, or have been, used for industrial purposes.  Accordingly, we could become subject to material liabilities relating to the containment and disposal of hazardous substances, oilfield waste and other waste materials, the use of radioactive materials, the use of underground injection wells, and to claims alleging personal injury or property damage as the result of exposures to, or releases of, hazardous substances.  In addition, stricter enforcement of existing laws and regulations, new domestic or foreign laws and regulations, the discovery of previously unknown contamination or the imposition of new or increased requirements could require us to incur costs or become the basis of new or increased liabilities that could reduce our earnings and our cash available for operations.

In addition, we and our customers may need to apply for or amend facility permits or licenses from time to time with respect to storm water or wastewater discharges, waste handling, or air emissions relating to manufacturing activities or equipment operations, which subjects us and our customers to new or revised permitting conditions that may be onerous or costly to comply with.

Climate change legislation or regulations restricting emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs) could result in increased operating costs and reduced demand for the oil and natural gas our customers produce.

Increasing concerns that emissions of carbon dioxide, methane and other greenhouse gases (GHGs) may endanger public health and produce climate changes with significant physical effects, such as increased frequency and severity of storms, floods, droughts and other climatic events, have drawn significant attention from government agencies and environmental advocacy groups.  In response, additional costly requirements and restrictions have been imposed on the oil and gas industry to regulate and reduce the emission of GHGs.

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Specifically, the EPA has adopted regulations under existing provisions of the federal Clean Air Act (CAA) which increase operational costs by requiring the monitoring and annual reporting of GHG emissions from oil and gas production, processing, transmission and storage facilities in the United States.  Although, the U.S. Congress has considered legislation to reduce emissions of GHGs, significant legislation has not yet been adopted to reduce GHG emissions at the federal level.  In the absence of such federal climate legislation, a number of state and regional efforts have emerged that are aimed at tracking and/or reducing GHG emissions through the completion of GHG emissions inventories and through cap and trade programs that typically require major sources of GHG emissions to acquire and surrender emission allowances in return for emitting GHGs.  Given the long-term trend towards increasing regulation, future federal GHG regulations of the oil and gas industry remain a possibility.  Additionally, in December 2015, the United States joined the international community at the 21st Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Paris, France that proposed an agreement requiring member countries to review and “represent a progression” in their intended nationally determined contributions, which set GHG emission reduction goals every five years beginning in 2020. This agreement was signed by the United States in April 2016 and entered into force in November 2016. The United States is one of over 120 nations having ratified or otherwise consented to the agreement; however this agreement does not create any binding obligations for nations to limit their GHG emissions, but rather includes pledges to voluntarily limit or reduce future emissions. In June 2017, President Trump announced that the United States intended to withdraw from the Paris Agreement and to seek negotiations either to reenter the Paris Agreement on different terms or a separate agreement. In August 2017, the U.S. Department of State officially informed the United Nations of the intent of the United States to withdraw from the Paris Agreement. The Paris Agreement provides for a four-year exit process beginning when it took effect in November 2016, which would result in an effective exit date of November 2020. The United States’ adherence to the exit process and/or the terms on which the United States may re-enter the Paris Agreement or a separately negotiated agreement are unclear at this time.

In addition to governmental regulations, our customers are also requiring additional equipment upgrades to address the growing concerns of GHG emission and climate change which result in higher operational costs for service providers such as us.  Despite taking additional measures to reduce GHG emissions, there is the possibility that the demand for fossil fuels may nevertheless decrease due to such concerns.  

At this stage, we cannot predict the impact of these or other initiatives on our or our customers operations, nor can we predict whether, or which of, other currently pending greenhouse gas emission proposals will be adopted, or what other actions may be taken by domestic or international regulatory bodies.  The potential passage of climate change regulation may curtail production and demand for fossil fuels such as oil and gas in areas of the world where our customers operate and thus adversely affect future demand for our products and services, which may in turn adversely affect future results of operations.

Adverse and unusual weather conditions may affect our operations.

Our operations may be materially affected by severe weather conditions in areas where we operate.  Severe weather, such as hurricanes, high winds and seas, blizzards and extreme temperatures may cause evacuation of personnel, curtailment of services and suspension of operations, inability to deliver materials to jobsites in accordance with contract schedules, loss of or damage to equipment and facilities and reduced productivity.  In addition, variations from normal weather patterns can have a significant impact on demand for oil and natural gas, thereby reducing demand for our services and equipment.

Our inability to retain key employees and skilled workers could adversely affect our operations.

Our performance could be adversely affected if we are unable to retain certain key employees and skilled technical personnel.  Our ability to continue to expand the scope of our services and products depends in part on our ability to increase the size of our skilled labor force.  The loss of the services of one or more of our key employees or the inability to employ or retain skilled technical personnel could adversely affect our operating results.  In the past, the demand for skilled personnel has been high and the supply limited.  We have experienced increases in labor costs in recent years and may continue to do so in the future. 

Our international operations and revenue are affected by political, economic and other uncertainties worldwide.

In 2018, we conducted business in more than 50 countries, and we intend to expand our international operations. 

Our international operations are subject to varying degrees of regulation in each of the foreign jurisdictions in which we provide services. Local laws and regulations, and their interpretation and enforcement, differ significantly among those jurisdictions, and can change significantly over time.  Future regulatory, judicial and legislative changes or interpretations may have a material adverse effect on our ability to deliver services within various foreign jurisdictions.

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In addition to these international regulatory risks, our international operations are subject to a number of other risks inherent in any business operating in foreign countries, including, but not limited to, the following:

·

political, social and economic instability;

·

potential expropriation, seizure or nationalization of assets;

·

inflation;

·

deprivation of contract rights;

·

increased operating costs;

·

inability to collect receivables and longer receipt of payment cycles;

·

civil unrest and protests, strikes, acts of terrorism, war or other armed conflict;

·

import-export quotas or restrictions, including tariffs and the risk of fines or penalties assessed for violations;

·

confiscatory taxation or other adverse tax policies;

·

currency exchange controls;

·

currency exchange rate fluctuations, devaluations and conversion restrictions;

·

potential submission of disputes to the jurisdiction of a foreign court or arbitration panel;

·

pandemics or epidemics that disrupt our ability to transport personnel or equipment;

·

embargoes or other restrictive governmental actions that could limit our ability to operate in foreign countries;

·

additional U.S. and other regulation of non-domestic operations, including regulation under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (the FCPA) as well as other anti-corruption laws;

·

restrictions on the repatriation of funds;

·

limitations in the availability, amount or terms of insurance coverage;

·

the risk that our international customers may have reduced access to credit because of higher interest rates, reduced bank lending or a deterioration in our customers’ or their lenders’ financial condition;

·

the burden of complying with multiple and potentially conflicting laws and regulations;

·

the imposition of unanticipated or increased environmental and safety regulations or other forms of public or governmental regulation that increase our operating expenses;

·

complications associated with installing, operating and repairing equipment in remote locations;

·

the geographic, time zone, language and cultural differences among personnel in different areas of the world; and

·

challenges in staffing and managing international operations.

These and the other risks outlined above could cause us to curtail or terminate operations, result in the loss of personnel or assets, disrupt financial and commercial markets and generate greater political and economic instability in some of the geographic areas in which we operate.  International areas where we operate that have significant risk include the Middle East, Indonesia, Nigeria and Angola.

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Laws, regulations or practices in foreign countries could materially restrict our operations or expose us to additional risks.

In many countries around the world where we do business, all or a significant portion of the decision making regarding procuring our services and products is controlled by state-owned oil companies.  State-owned oil companies or prevailing laws may (i) require us to meet local content or hiring requirements or other local standards, (ii) restrict with whom we can contract or (iii) otherwise limit the scope of operations that we can legally or practically conduct.  Our inability or failure to meet these requirements, standards or restrictions may adversely impact our operations in those countries.  In addition, our ability to work with state-owned oil companies is subject to our ability to negotiate and agree upon acceptable contract terms, and to enforce those terms.  In addition, many state-owned oil companies may require integrated contracts or turnkey contracts that could require us to provide services outside our core businesses. Providing services on an integrated or turnkey basis generally requires us to assume additional risks.

Moreover, in order to effectively compete in certain foreign jurisdictions, it is frequently necessary or required to establish joint ventures or strategic alliances with local contractors, partners or agents.  In certain instances, these local contractors, partners or agents may have interests that are not always aligned with ours.  Reliance on local contractors, partners or agents could expose us to the risk of being unable to control the scope or quality of our overseas services or products, or being held liable under the FCPA, or other anti-corruption laws for actions taken by our strategic or local contractors, partners or agents even though these contractors, partners or agents may not themselves be subject to the FCPA or other applicable anti-corruption laws.  Any determination that we have violated the FCPA or other anti-corruption laws could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, reputation or prospects.

Changes in tax laws or tax rates, adverse positions taken by taxing authorities and tax audits could impact our operating results.

We are subject to the jurisdiction of a significant number of domestic and foreign taxing authorities.  Changes in tax laws or tax rates, the resolution of tax assessments or audits by various tax authorities could impact our operating results.  In addition, we may periodically restructure our legal entity organization.  If taxing authorities were to disagree with our tax positions in connection with any such restructurings, our effective income tax rate could be impacted.  The final determination of our income tax liabilities involves the interpretation of local tax laws, tax treaties and related authorities in each taxing jurisdiction, as well as the significant use of estimates and assumptions regarding future operations and results and the timing of income and expenses.  We may be audited and receive tax assessments from taxing authorities that may result in assessment of additional taxes that are ultimately resolved with the authorities or through the courts.  We believe these assessments may occasionally be based on erroneous and even arbitrary interpretations of local tax law.  Resolution of any tax matter involves uncertainties and there are no assurances that the outcomes will be favorable.  If U.S. or other foreign tax authorities change applicable tax laws, our overall taxes could increase, and our business, financial condition or results of operating may be adversely impacted.  

If we are not able to design, develop, and produce commercially competitive products and to implement commercially competitive services in a timely manner in response to changes in the market, customer requirements, competitive pressures, and technology trends, our business and results of operations could be materially and adversely affected.

The market for oilfield services in which we operate is highly competitive and includes numerous small companies capable of competing effectively in our markets on a local basis, as well as several large companies that possess substantially greater financial resources than we do.  Contracts are traditionally awarded on the basis of competitive bids or direct negotiations with customers.

The market for our services and products is characterized by continual technological developments to provide better and more reliable performance and services.  If we are not able to design, develop, and produce commercially competitive products and to implement commercially competitive services in a timely manner in response to changes in the market, customer requirements, competitive pressures, and technology trends, our business and consolidated results of operations could be materially and adversely affected. Likewise, if our proprietary technologies, equipment, facilities, or work processes become obsolete, we may no longer be competitive, and our business and results of operations could be materially and adversely affected.  In addition, we may be disadvantaged competitively and financially by a significant movement of exploration and production operations to areas of the world in which we are not currently active.

We are affected by global economic factors and political events.

Our financial results depend on demand for our services and products in the U.S. and the international markets in which we operate. Declining economic conditions, or negative perceptions about economic conditions, could result in a substantial decrease in demand for our services and products.  World political events could also result in further U.S. military actions, terrorist attacks and related unrest.  Military action by the U.S. or other nations could escalate and further acts of terrorism may occur in the U.S. or elsewhere.  Such acts of terrorism could lead to, among other things, a loss of our investment in the country, impairment of the safety of our employees, extortion or kidnapping, and impairment of our ability to conduct our operations.  Such developments have caused instability in the world’s financial and insurance markets in the past, and many experts believe that a confluence of worldwide factors could result in a prolonged period of economic uncertainty and slow growth in the future.  In addition, any of these developments could lead to increased

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volatility in prices for oil and gas and could affect the markets for our products and services.  Insurance premiums could also increase and coverages may be unavailable.

Uncertain economic conditions and instability make it particularly difficult for us to forecast demand trends.  The timing and extent of any changes to currently prevailing market conditions is uncertain and may affect demand for many of our services and products. Consequently, we may not be able to accurately predict future economic conditions or the effect of such conditions on demand for our services and products and our results of operations or financial condition.

We may not realize the anticipated benefits of acquisitions or divestitures.

We continually seek opportunities to increase efficiency and value through various transactions, including purchases or sales of assets or businesses.   These transactions are intended to result in the offering of new services or products, the entry into new markets, the generation of income or cash, the creation of efficiencies or the reduction of risk.  Whether we realize the anticipated benefits from an acquisition or any other transactions depends, in part, upon our ability to timely and efficiently integrate the operations of the acquired business, the performance of the underlying product and service portfolio, and the management team and other personnel of the acquired operations.  Accordingly, our financial results could be adversely affected from unanticipated performance issues, legacy liabilities, transaction-related charges, amortization of expenses related to intangibles, charges for impairment of long-term assets, credit guarantees, partner performance and indemnifications.  In addition, the financing of any future acquisition completed by us could adversely impact our capital structure or increase our leverage.  While we believe that we have established appropriate and adequate procedures and processes to mitigate these risks, there is no assurance that these transactions will be successful.  We also may make strategic divestitures from time to time.  These transactions may result in continued financial involvement in the divested businesses, such as guarantees or other financial arrangements, following the transaction.  Nonperformance by those divested businesses could affect our future financial results through additional payment obligations, higher costs or asset write-downs.  Except as required by law or applicable securities exchange listing standards, we do not expect to ask our shareholders to vote on any proposed acquisition or divestiture.  Moreover, we generally do not announce our acquisitions or divestitures until we have entered into a preliminary or definitive agreement.

Our operations may be subject to cyber-attacks that could have an adverse effect on our business operations.

Like most companies, we rely heavily on information technology networks and systems, including the Internet, to process, transmit and store electronic information, to manage or support a variety of our business operations, and to maintain various records, which may include information regarding our customers, employees or other third parties, and the integrity of these systems are essential for us to conduct our business and operations.  We make significant efforts to maintain the security and integrity of these types of information and systems (and maintain contingency plans in the event of security breaches or system disruptions).  However, we cannot provide assurance that our security efforts and measures will prevent security threats from materializing, unauthorized access to our systems, loss or destruction of data, account takeovers, or other forms of cyber-attacks or similar events, whether caused by mechanical failures, human error, fraud, malice, sabotage or otherwise.  Cyber-attacks include, but are not limited to, malicious software, attempts to gain unauthorized access to data, unauthorized release of confidential or otherwise protected information and corruption of data.  The frequency, scope and sophistication of cyber-attacks continue to grow, which increases the possibility that our security measures will be unable to prevent our systems’ improper functioning or the improper disclosure of proprietary information.  Any failure of our information or communication systems, whether caused by attacks, mechanical failures, natural disasters or otherwise, could interrupt our operations, damage our reputation, or subject us to claims, any of which could materially adversely affect us.

We depend on particular suppliers and are vulnerable to product shortages and price increases.

Some of the materials that we use are obtained from a limited group of suppliers.  Our reliance on these suppliers involves several risks, including price increases, inferior quality and a potential inability to obtain an adequate supply in a timely manner.  We do not have long-term contracts with most of these sources, and the partial or complete loss of certain of these sources could have a negative impact on our results of operations and could damage our customer relationships.  Further, a significant increase in the price of one or more of these materials could have a negative impact on our results of operations.

Estimates of our potential liabilities relating to our oil and natural gas property may be incorrect.

Actual abandonment expenses may vary substantially from those estimated by us and any significant variance in these assumptions could materially affect the estimated liability recorded in our consolidated financial statements.  Therefore, the risk exists we may underestimate the cost of plugging wells and abandoning production facilities.  If costs of abandonment are materially greater than our estimates, this could have an adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

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Potential changes of Bureau of Ocean Energy Management security and bonding requirements for offshore platforms could impact our operating cash flows and results of operations.

Federal oil and natural gas leases contain standard terms and require compliance with detailed Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) and BOEM regulations and orders issued pursuant to various federal laws, including the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act.  In 2016 BOEM undertook a review of its historical policies and procedures for determining a lessee’s ability to decommission platforms on the Outer Continental Shelf and whether lessees should furnish additional security, and in July 2016, BOEM issued a new Notice to Lessees requiring additional security for decommissioning activities.  In January 2017, BOEM extended the implementation timeline for properties with co-lessees by an additional six months, and in June 2017 announced that the Notice to Lessees would be stayed while BOEM continued to review its implementation issues and continued industry engagement to gather additional information on the financial assurance program. We cannot predict whether these laws and regulations may change in the future, particularly in connection with the transition of presidential administrations. 

During the second half of 2016, BSEE increased its estimates of many offshore operator’s decommissioning costs, including the decommissioning costs at our sole federal offshore oil and gas property, in which our subsidiary owns a 51% non-operating interest.  In October 2016, BOEM sent an initial proposal letter to the operator of the oil and gas property, proposing an increase in the supplemental bonding requirement for the property’s sole fixed platform that was eight to ten times higher than the revised supplemental bonding requirement requested for any other deep-water fixed platform in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico.  Both the operator and our subsidiary submitted formal dispute notices, asserting that the estimates in the October 2016 proposal letter may be based on erroneous or arbitrary estimates of the potential decommissioning costs, and requesting in-person meetings to discuss the estimate.  We asked that BSEE and BOEM reduce the estimate to an amount that more closely approximates actual decommissioning costs, consistent with estimates identified by BSEE and BOEM for similar deep-water platforms. BSEE and BOEM have not yet responded to our dispute notice. If BOEM ultimately issues a formal order and we are unable to obtain the additional required bonds or assurances, BOEM may suspend or cancel operations at the oil and gas property or otherwise impose monetary penalties. Any of these actions could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, operating cash flows and liquidity.

Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments



None.



Item 2. Properties

Information on properties is contained in Part I, Item 1 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.



Item 3. Legal Proceedings

From time to time, we are involved in various legal actions incidental to our business.  The outcome of these proceedings is not predictable.  However, based on current circumstances, we do not believe that the ultimate resolution of these proceedings, after considering available defenses and any insurance coverage or indemnification rights, will have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.



Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures



Not Applicable.

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PART II

Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

Our common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “SPN.”  At February 14, 2019, there were 155,931,859 shares of our common stock outstanding, which were held by 112 record holders.



Performance Graph



The following graph compares the yearly percentage change in cumulative total stockholder return on our common stock for the five years ended December 31, 2018 with the cumulative total return on the Standard & Poor’ 500 Index (S&P 500 Index) and our Self-Determined Peer Group, as described below, for the same period.  The information in the graph is based on the assumption of a $100 investment on January 1, 2014 at closing prices on December 31, 2013.  The comparisons in the graph are required by the SEC and are not intended to be a forecast or indicative of possible future performance of our common stockThe following performance graph and related information shall not be deemed “soliciting material” or “filed” with the SEC, nor shall such information be incorporated by reference into any future filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), except to the extent that we specifically incorporate it by reference into such filing. 





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2014

 

2015

 

2016

 

2017

 

2018

Superior Energy Services, Inc.

 

$

77 

 

$

52 

 

$

66 

 

$

38 

 

$

13 

S&P 500 Index

 

$

114 

 

$

115 

 

$

129 

 

$

157 

 

$

150 

Peer Group

 

$

82 

 

$

57 

 

$

80 

 

$

69 

 

$

36 



NOTES:

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The lines represent monthly index levels derived from compounded daily returns that reflect the reinvestment of all dividends.

·

The indexes are reweighted daily, using the market capitalization on the previous trading day.

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If the monthly interval, based on the fiscal year-end, is not a trading day, the preceding trading day is used.

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The index level for all securities was set to $100.00 on December 31, 2013.

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Our Self-Determined Peer Group consisted of 13 companies whose average stockholder return levels comprised part of the performance criteria established by the Compensation Committee of our Board of Directors under grants made in 2018 as part of our long-term incentive compensation program: Basic Energy Services, Inc., Halliburton Company, Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc., Helmerich & Payne, Inc., Key Energy Services, Inc., Nabors Industries Ltd., National Oilwell Varco, Inc., Oceaneering International, Inc., Oil States International, Inc., Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc., RPC, Inc., Schlumberger N.V. and Weatherford International plc. 



Equity Compensation Plan Information



Information required by this item with respect to compensation plans under which our equity securities are authorized for issuance is incorporated by reference from Part III, Item 12 of this Annual Report Form 10-K, which will be contained in our definitive proxy statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A and is incorporated herein by reference.



Share Repurchases



The following table provides information about shares of our common stock repurchased and retired during each month for the three months ended December 31, 2018:











 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

Period

 


Total Number
of Shares
Purchased (1)

 


Average Price Paid per Share

October 1 - 31, 2018

 

865 

 

$

11.53 

November 1 - 30, 2018

 

 -

 

$

 -

December 1 - 31, 2018

 

 -

 

$

 -

Total

 

865 

 

$

11.53 



 

 

 

 

 

 (1) Through our stock incentive plans, 865 shares were delivered to us by our employees to satisfy their tax withholding requirements upon vesting of long-term incentive awards.



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Item 6. Selected Financial Data



The following selected consolidated financial data should be read in conjunction with both “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K in order to understand factors which may affect the comparability of the Selected Financial Data.







 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 



2018

 

2017

 

2016

 

2015

 

2014



(in thousands, except per share data)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

$

2,130,265 

 

$

1,874,076 

 

$

1,450,047 

 

$

2,774,565 

 

$

4,556,622 

Income (loss) from operations

 

(801,664)

 

 

(272,997)

 

 

(1,030,209)

 

 

(1,952,989)

 

 

546,604 

Net income (loss) from continuing operations

 

(857,386)

 

 

(187,011)

 

 

(833,340)

 

 

(1,807,763)

 

 

280,790 

Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

 

(729)

 

 

(18,910)

 

 

(53,559)

 

 

(46,955)

 

 

(22,973)

Net income (loss)

 

(858,115)

 

 

(205,921)

 

 

(886,899)

 

 

(1,854,718)

 

 

257,817 

Net income (loss) from continuing operations per share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

(5.55)

 

 

(1.22)

 

 

(5.50)

 

 

(12.02)

 

 

1.81 

Diluted

 

(5.55)

 

 

(1.22)

 

 

(5.50)

 

 

(12.02)

 

 

1.79 

Net loss from discontinued operations per share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

(0.01)

 

 

(0.13)

 

 

(0.35)

 

 

(0.31)

 

 

(0.15)

Diluted

 

(0.01)

 

 

(0.13)

 

 

(0.35)

 

 

(0.31)

 

 

(0.14)

Net income (loss) per share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

(5.56)

 

 

(1.35)

 

 

(5.85)

 

 

(12.33)

 

 

1.66 

Diluted

 

(5.56)

 

 

(1.35)

 

 

(5.85)

 

 

(12.33)

 

 

1.65 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash dividends declared per share

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

0.08 

 

 

0.32 

 

 

0.24 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash

$

158,050 

 

$

172,000 

 

$

187,591 

 

$

564,017 

 

$

393,046 

Working capital

 

410,128 

 

 

385,622 

 

 

437,017 

 

 

846,549 

 

 

984,626 

Total assets

 

2,215,962 

 

 

3,110,225 

 

 

3,470,255 

 

 

4,914,244 

 

 

7,317,782 

Long-term debt, net

 

1,282,921 

 

 

1,279,771 

 

 

1,284,600 

 

 

1,588,263 

 

 

1,600,373 

Decommissioning liabilities, less current portion

 

126,558 

 

 

103,136 

 

 

101,513 

 

 

98,890 

 

 

88,000 

Stockholders' equity

 

290,739 

 

 

1,132,429 

 

 

1,303,920 

 

 

2,210,812 

 

 

4,079,738 



For 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015 net loss from continuing operations included $739.7 million, $14.2 million, $500.4 million and $1,738.9 million, respectively of reduction in value of assets.













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Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and applicable notes to our consolidated financial statements and other information included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, including risk factors disclosed in Part I, Item 1A.  The following information contains forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks and uncertainties.  Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, our actual results may differ from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements.  See “Forward-Looking Statements” at the beginning of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.



Executive Summary



General



We provide a wide variety of services and products to the energy industry.  We serve major, national and independent oil and natural gas exploration and production companies around the world and we offer products and services with respect to the various phases of a well’s economic life cycle.  We report our operating results in four business segments: Drilling Products and Services; Onshore Completion and Workover Services; Production Services; and Technical Solutions.  Given our long-term strategy of geographic expansion, we also provide supplemental segment revenue information in three geographic areas:  U.S. land; Gulf of Mexico; and International.



Financial Results



During the first three quarters of 2018, both commodity prices and the worldwide rig count increased compared to 2017.  Commencing early in the fourth quarter of 2018, and by the end of the year, the price of crude oil had declined by more than 40%, which led to a sharp decrease in U.S. land well completion activity during the final months of the year.  In addition, during the fourth quarter of 2018, we faced temporary challenges caused by offtake capacity constraints in the Permian and Midcontinent basins in West Texas which led to a decrease in demand for our completion services, and, in turn, to negative pressure on our utilization and pricing. 



During 2018, we generated $2,130.3 million of revenue which represents a 14% increase from $1,874.1 million of revenue generated during 2017.  The increase in revenue is largely attributable to our U.S. land market area, in which revenue grew by 18% during 2018.  The increase in revenue generated in the U.S. land market area was primarily due to increased revenues from our hydraulic fracturing services, rental products and an increase in demand for completion tools and products.  In addition, revenue from our international market areas increased by 11%, primarily driven by increased revenue from premium drill pipe rentals, coiled tubing services and completion tools and products.  Revenue generated from the Gulf of Mexico market area remained flat.  We believe our 2018 results demonstrated the value of our geographical diversity and exposure that we have to the opportunities in the global offshore and land markets with multiple product lines. 

   

During the fourth quarter of 2018, the industry climate deteriorated rapidly due to the dramatic decline in crude oil prices and the related large sell-off in the equity markets for issuers in the energy industry.  As a result of these adverse changes in the business environment that occurred during the fourth quarter and our strategic review of expected near-term cash flows from operations, we recorded a pre-tax impairment charge of $739.7 million.  The pre-tax impairment charge included a $668.9 million impairment of the remaining goodwill in our Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments and a $70.8 million impairment of long-lived assets primarily in our Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments.  In addition, we also recorded a pre-tax charge of $12.0 million, primarily for severance and inventory write-downs.  For the year ended December 31, 2018, our net loss was $858.1 million, or $5.56 loss per share.



Despite the challenges we faced as the year progressed, we generated $350.9 million in adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), which represents a 95% increase from $179.8 million of adjusted EBITDA generated during 2017.  Refer to the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” section below for a further discussion and a reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA to net operating loss.  During 2018, we generated $165.1 million of cash flows from operating activities, which represents a 71% increase from operating cash flows generated during 2017.  The increase in operating cash flows demonstrates our commitment to improving and managing our working capital position.  During 2018, we also received $33.3 million in proceeds from sales of non-core long-lived assets.



During 2018, we made $221.4 million of capital expenditures, an increase of 34% from 2017.  Our increased capital expenditures were primarily driven by the increased activity in the U.S. land market area with the majority of the capital spending used to rebuild our pressure pumping fleet.  During 2019, we expect to limit capital spending within our operational cash flow levels to generate free cash flow and allocate capital to businesses with higher returns on invested capital.



Industry Trends



The oil and gas industry is both cyclical and seasonal.  The level of spending by oil and gas companies is highly influenced by current and expected demand as well as future prices of oil and natural gas.  Changes in spending result in an increased or decreased demand

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for our services and products.  Rig count is an indicator of the level of spending by oil and gas companies.  Our financial performance is significantly affected by the rig count in the U.S. land and offshore market areas as well as oil and natural gas prices and worldwide rig count, which are summarized in the table below.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 



 

2018

 

2017

 

2018 to 2017 Change

 

 

2016

 

2017 to 2016 Change

Worldwide Rig Count (1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U.S.:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Land

 

 

1,013 

 

 

856 

 

18%

 

 

 

486 

 

76%

Offshore

 

 

19 

 

 

20 

 

-5%

 

 

 

23 

 

-13%

Total

 

 

1,032 

 

 

876 

 

18%

 

 

 

509 

 

72%

International (2)

 

 

988 

 

 

948 

 

4%

 

 

 

955 

 

-1%

Worldwide Total

 

 

2,020 

 

 

1,824 

 

11%

 

 

 

1,464 

 

25%



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Commodity Prices (average)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crude Oil (West Texas Intermediate)

 

$

65.23 

 

$

50.80 

 

28%

 

 

$

43.29 

 

17%

Natural Gas (Henry Hub)

 

$

3.15 

 

$

2.99 

 

5%

 

 

$

2.52 

 

19%



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1) Estimate of drilling activity as measured by average active drilling rigs based on Baker Hughes, a GE company, rig count information.



(2) Excludes Canadian rig count.



At December 31, 2018, the U.S. land rig count was 1,059 rigs and the price of crude oil was $45.15 per barrel.



Overview of our business segments



We attribute revenue to major geographic regions based on the location where services are performed or the destination of the rental or sale of products.  The following table compares our revenues generated from major geographic regions (in thousands).

   



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Revenue



 

 

2018

 

%

 

 

2017

 

%

 

 

Change

U.S. Land

 

$

1,460,604 

 

69% 

 

$

1,238,954 

 

66% 

 

$

221,650 

Gulf of Mexico

 

 

327,874 

 

15% 

 

 

327,306 

 

17% 

 

 

568 

International

 

 

341,787 

 

16% 

 

 

307,816 

 

16% 

 

 

33,971 

Total

 

$

2,130,265 

 

100% 

 

$

1,874,076 

 

100% 

 

$

256,189 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



The Drilling Products and Services segment is capital intensive with higher operating margins relative to our other segments as a result of relatively low operating expenses.  The largest fixed cost is depreciation as there is little labor associated with our drilling products and services businesses.  In 2018, 46% of segment revenue was derived from U.S. land market area (up from 40% in 2017), while 26% of segment revenue was from the Gulf of Mexico market area (down from 31% in 2017) and 28% of segment revenue was from international market areas (down from 29% in 2017).  Premium drill pipe accounted for more than 55% of this segment’s revenue in 2018, while bottom hole assemblies and accommodations each accounted for approximately 20% of this segment’s revenue in 2018.



The Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment consists primarily of services used in the completion and workover of oil and gas wells on land.  These services include pressure pumping, well service rigs and fluid management services.  All of this segment’s revenue is derived in the U.S. land market areas.  Demand for these services in the U.S. land market can change quickly and is highly dependent on the number of oil and natural gas wells drilled and completed.  Given the cyclical nature of these drilling and completion activities in the U.S. land market, coupled with the high labor intensity of these services, operating margins can fluctuate widely depending on supply and demand at a given point in the cycle.  Pressure pumping is the largest service offering in this segment, representing more than 60% of this segment’s revenue in 2018.  Fluid management and well service rigs each accounted for approximately 20% of this segment’s revenue in 2018.



The Production Services segment consists of intervention services primarily used to maintain and extend oil and gas production during the life of a producing well.  These services are labor intensive and margins fluctuate based on how much capital our customers allocate towards enhancing existing oil and gas production from mature wells.  In 2018, 47% of segment revenue was derived from the U.S. land market area (up from 41% in 2017), while 16% of segment revenue was from the Gulf of Mexico market area (down from 20% in 2017) and 37% of this segment’s revenue was from international market areas (down from 39% in 2017).  Coiled tubing is the largest service offering in this segment, accounting for approximately 28% of this segment’s revenue in 2018.  Hydraulic workover and snubbing

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represented approximately 18% of this segment’s revenue in 2018, pressure control services represented approximately 22% of this segment’s revenue and electric wireline accounted for approximately 12% of this segment’s revenue in 2018.



The Technical Solutions segment consists of products and services that address customer-specific needs and include offerings such as completion tools and services, well control services, subsea well intervention and the production and sale of oil and gas.  Given the project-specific nature associated with several of the service offerings in this segment and the seasonality associated with Gulf of Mexico activity, revenue and operating margins in this segment can have significant variations from quarter to quarter.  In 2018, revenue derived from the U.S. land market area was 12% of segment revenue (down from 13% in 2017), while 59% of segment revenue was from the Gulf of Mexico market area (unchanged from 2017) and 29% of segment revenue was from international market areas (up from 28% in 2017).  Completion tools and products accounted for approximately 40% of this segment’s revenue in 2018, while well control services represented more than 30% of this segment’s revenue in 2018.



Comparison of the Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2018 and 2017



For 2018, our revenue was $2,130.3 million, an increase of $256.2 million or 14%, as compared to 2017.  The increase is largely attributable to an increase in land-based activity, particularly in the U.S. land market, where the average rig count increased 18% as compared to 2017.  As a result of the adverse changes in the business environment that occurred during the fourth quarter of 2018 and our strategic review of expected near-term cash flows from operations, we recorded a pre-tax impairment charge of $739.7 million, which resulted in a net loss from continuing operations of $857.4 million, or a $5.55 loss per share.  Net loss was $858.1 million, or $5.56 loss per share.  For 2017, our revenue was $1,874.1 million, resulting in a loss from continuing operations of $187.0 million, or $1.22 loss per share.  Net loss was $205.9 million, or $1.35 loss per share.  Included in the results for 2017 were pre-tax charges of $14.2 million related to the reduction in value of assets.



The following table compares our operating results for 2018 and 2017 (in thousands).  Cost of services and rentals excludes depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion for each of our business segments.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenue

 

 

 

Cost of Services and Rentals



2018

 

2017

 

Change

 

%

 

2018

 

%

 

2017

 

%

 

Change



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drilling Products and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Services

$

383,719 

 

$

293,690 

 

$

90,029 

 

31%

 

$

148,019 

 

39%

 

$

128,381 

 

44%

 

$

19,638 

Onshore Completion and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Workover Services

 

1,057,656 

 

 

935,183 

 

 

122,473 

 

13%

 

 

846,907 

 

80%

 

 

791,581 

 

85%

 

 

55,326 

Production Services

 

418,525 

 

 

372,781 

 

 

45,744 

 

12%

 

 

342,420 

 

82%

 

 

303,256 

 

81%

 

 

39,164 

Technical Solutions

 

270,365 

 

 

272,422 

 

 

(2,057)

 

-1%

 

 

164,758 

 

61%

 

 

175,477 

 

64%

 

 

(10,719)

Total

$

2,130,265 

 

$

1,874,076 

 

$

256,189 

 

14%

 

$

1,502,104 

 

71%

 

$

1,398,695 

 

75%

 

$

103,409 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating Segments:



Drilling Products and Services Segment



Revenue for our Drilling Products and Services segment increased 31% to $383.7 million for 2018, as compared to $293.7 million for 2017.  Cost of services and rentals as a percentage of revenue decreased to 39% of segment revenue in 2018, as compared to 44% in 2017.  Revenue from the U.S. land market area increased 50% as a result of increased revenue from rentals of premium drill pipe, bottom hole assemblies and accommodation units, as demand for these rental products increased along with the increase in U.S. land rig count.  Revenue from the Gulf of Mexico market area and from the international market areas increased 10% and 26%, respectively, primarily due to an increase in revenue from rentals of premium drill pipe.  



Onshore Completion and Workover Services Segment



Revenue for our Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment increased 13% to $1,057.7 million for 2018, as compared to $935.2 million in 2017.  All of this segment’s revenue is derived from the U.S. land market area, in which rig count was up 18%.  Cost of services and rentals as a percentage of revenue decreased to 80% of segment revenue in 2018, as compared to 85% in 2017, primarily due to improved pricing and efficiencies due to higher activity levels.  The increase in revenue is primarily attributable to an increase in activity in our pressure pumping business.   During 2018, we recorded $644.8 million in reduction in value of assets for goodwill and long-lived assets impairments.

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Production Services Segment



Revenue for our Production Services segment increased 12% to $418.5 million for 2018, as compared to $372.8 million in 2017.  Cost of services and rentals as a percentage of revenue increased to 82% of segment revenue in 2018, as compared to 81% in 2017.    Revenue from the U.S. land market area increased 29%, primarily due to increased activity in coiled tubing and hydraulic workover and snubbing services.  Revenue from international market areas increased 7% primarily due to increased activity from coiled tubing and hydraulic workover and snubbing services.  Revenue derived from the Gulf of Mexico market area decreased 10% primarily due to a decrease in hydraulic workover and snubbing activities.  During 2018, we recorded $92.3 million in reduction in value of assets for goodwill and long-lived assets impairments.



Technical Solutions Segment



Revenue for our Technical Solutions segment remained flat at $270.4 million for 2018.  Cost of services and rentals as percentage of revenue decreased to 61% in 2018, as compared to 64% in 2017.  Revenue derived from the Gulf of Mexico market area remained unchanged from 2017.  Revenue from the U.S. land market area decreased 9% and revenue from international market areas increased 3% primarily due to an increase in demand for completion tools and products.  During 2017, we recorded $8.1 million in reduction in value of assets.



Depreciation, Depletion, Amortization and Accretion



Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion decreased to $400.8 million during 2018 from $438.7 million in 2017.  Depreciation and amortization expense decreased for our Drilling Products and Services segment by $19.3 million, or 15%; for our Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment by $2.5 million, or 1%; for our Production Services segment by $12.0 million, or 15% and for our Technical Solutions segment by $3.8 million, or 13%.  The decrease in depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion is primarily due to assets becoming fully depreciated.



Other Operating Items:



General and Administrative Expenses



General and administrative expenses decreased to $289.3 million during 2018 from $295.5 million in 2017.  Total general and administrative expenses decreased 2% due to our continued focus on reducing our cost structure and an increase in gains on sales of assets.



Reduction in Value of Assets



The reduction in value of assets recorded in 2018 was $739.7 million as compared to $14.2 million in 2017.  In 2018, the reduction in value of assets was comprised of $668.9 million related to impairment of the remaining goodwill at our Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments and $70.8 million impairment related to reduction in value of long-lived assets, primarily in our Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments.   In 2017, the reduction in value of assets was comprised of $8.1 million related to property, plant and equipment in the Technical Solutions segment and $6.1 million related to property, plant and equipment primarily in the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment.  See note 10 to our consolidated financial statements for further discussion of the reduction in value of assets.  



Nonoperating Items:



Income Taxes



Our effective income tax rate for 2018 was a 5% tax benefit compared to a 50% tax benefit for 2017.  The change in the effective income tax rate was primarily impacted by the reduction in value of goodwill recorded during the fourth quarter of 2018, which is non-deductible for income tax purposes.  Our 2017 effective income tax rate was impacted by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (U.S. Tax Reform).  See note 6 to our consolidated financial statements.

 

Discontinued Operations



Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax, was $0.7 million for 2018 as compared to $18.9 million for 2017.  During 2018, the remaining marine vessels and equipment of our former subsea construction business were disposed of, resulting in $0.8 million loss on sale.  Loss from discontinued operations for 2017 included $10.9 million reduction in value of marine vessels and equipment.



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Comparison of the Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2017 and 2016



For 2017, our revenue was $1,874.1 million, an increase of $424.1 million or 29%, as compared to 2016.  The increase is largely attributable to the significant increase in land-based activity, particularly in the U.S. land market, where the average rig count increased 76% as compared to 2016.  The net loss from continuing operations was $187.0 million, or a $1.22 loss per share.  Net loss was $205.9 million, or a $1.35 loss per share.  Included in the results for 2017 were pre-tax charges of $14.2 million related to the reduction in value of assets.  For 2016, our revenue was $1,450.0 million, resulting in a loss from continuing operations of $833.3 million, or $5.50 loss per share.  Net loss was $886.9 million, or $5.85 loss per share.  Included in the results for 2016 were pre-tax charges of $500.4 million related to the reduction in value of assets, $20.8 million for inventory write-down and $39.2 million, primarily, for severance and facility closures.



The following table compares our operating results for 2017 and 2016 (in thousands).  Cost of services and rentals excludes depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion for each of our business segments.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenue

 

 

 

Cost of Services and Rentals



2017

 

2016

 

Change

 

%

 

2017

 

%

 

2016

 

%

 

Change



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drilling Products and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Services

$

293,690 

 

$

293,543 

 

$

147 

 

0%

 

$

128,381 

 

44%

 

$

136,719 

 

47%

 

$

(8,338)

Onshore Completion and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Workover Services

 

935,183 

 

 

523,965 

 

 

411,218 

 

78%

 

 

791,581 

 

85%

 

 

515,784 

 

98%

 

 

275,797 

Production Services

 

372,781 

 

 

348,363 

 

 

24,418 

 

7%

 

 

303,256 

 

81%

 

 

276,223 

 

79%

 

 

27,033 

Technical Solutions

 

272,422 

 

 

284,176 

 

 

(11,754)

 

-4%

 

 

175,477 

 

64%

 

 

194,548 

 

68%

 

 

(19,071)

Total

$

1,874,076 

 

$

1,450,047 

 

$

424,029 

 

29%

 

$

1,398,695 

 

75%

 

$

1,123,274 

 

77%

 

$

275,421 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Operating Segments:



Drilling Products and Services Segment



Revenue for our Drilling Products and Services segment remained flat at $293.7 million for 2017, as compared to $293.5 million for 2016.  Cost of services and rentals as a percentage of revenue decreased to 44% of segment revenue in 2017, as compared to 47% in 2016. Revenue from the Gulf of Mexico market area decreased 24% and revenue from the international market areas decreased 23%.  The decline in revenue in these market areas is primarily attributable to decreased revenues from rentals of premium drill pipe, bottom hole assemblies and accommodation units, primarily driven by a decrease in offshore and international rig counts.  The revenue in the U.S. land market area increased primarily as a result of increased revenues from rentals of premium drill pipe, bottom hole assemblies and accommodation units, as demand for these rental products increased along with the increase in U.S. land rig count.  During 2017, we recorded $1.4 million in reduction in value of assets as compared to $48.9 million recorded during 2016.



Onshore Completion and Workover Services Segment



Revenue for our Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment increased 78% to $935.2 million for 2017, as compared to $523.9 million in 2016.  All of this segment’s revenue is derived from the U.S. land market area, in which rig count was up 76%.  Cost of services and rentals as a percentage of revenue decreased to 85% of segment revenue in 2017, as compared to 98% in 2016, primarily due to improved pricing and efficiencies due to higher activity levels.  The increased revenue is primarily attributable to an increase in activity in our pressure pumping business.   During 2017, we recorded $4.7 million in reduction in value of assets as compared to $190.8 million recorded during 2016. 



Production Services Segment



Revenue for our Production Services segment increased 7% to $372.8 million for 2017, as compared to $348.4 million in 2016.  Cost of services and rentals as a percentage of revenue increased to 81% of segment revenue in 2017, as compared to 79% in 2016.  Revenue derived from the Gulf of Mexico market area decreased 13% primarily due to a decrease in demand for specialty rentals.  Revenue from the U.S. land market area increased 73%, primarily due to increased activity in coiled tubing and pressure control services.  Revenue from international market areas decreased 17% primarily due to decreased activity from hydraulic workover and snubbing.  During 2016, we recorded $235.1 million in reduction in value of assets.



Technical Solutions Segment



Revenue for our Technical Solutions segment decreased 4% to $272.4 million for 2017 as compared to $284.2 million in 2016.  Cost of services and rentals as percentage of revenue decreased to 64% in 2017, as compared to 68% in 2016.  Revenue derived from the Gulf

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of Mexico market area increased 3%, primarily due to an increase in demand for completion tools and products and plug and abandonment services, offset by a decrease in subsea intervention activities.  Revenue from the U.S. land market area decreased 19% and revenue from international market areas decreased 10% primarily due to a decrease in demand for completion tools and products.  During 2017, we recorded $8.1 million in reduction in value of assets as compared to the $25.6 million in reduction in value of assets and $19.1 million inventory write-down charge we recorded during 2016.



Depreciation, Depletion, Amortization and Accretion



Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion decreased to $438.7 million during 2017 from $510.0 million in 2016.  Depreciation and amortization expense decreased for our Drilling Products and Services segment by $28.6 million, or 18%; for our Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment by $13.9 million, or 7%; for our Production Services segment by $14.9 million, or 16%; for our Technical Solutions segment by $12.9 million, or 30%; and for Corporate and Other by $1.0 million, or 15%.  The decrease in depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion is primarily due to assets becoming fully depreciated and reduced levels of capital expenditures.



Other Operating Items:



General and Administrative Expenses



General and administrative expenses decreased 15% to $295.5 million during 2017 from $346.6 million in 2016.  The decrease is primarily attributable to significant cost reduction initiatives implemented during 2016.  These cost reduction initiatives resulted in significantly lower expenses for salaries and wages, other employee-related expenses and infrastructure-related expenses.



Reduction in Value of Assets



The reduction in value of assets recorded in 2017 was $14.2 million as compared to $500.4 million in 2016.  The reduction in value of assets was comprised of $8.1 million related to property, plant and equipment in the Technical Solutions segment and $6.1 million related to property, plant and equipment primarily in the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment.  Reduction in value of assets in 2016 included $190.5 million related to the Production Services segment goodwill impairment and $140.0 million related to the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment goodwill impairment.  In addition, the reduction in value of assets expense included $169.9 million related to reduction in value and retirements of long-lived assets across all of our operating segments. 



Nonoperating Items:



Other Income/Expense



Other expense for 2017 was $3.3 million as compared to $22.6 million of income for 2016.  The decrease in other income is primarily attributable to foreign currency fluctuations.



Income Taxes



On December 22, 2017, U.S. Tax Reform was signed into law making significant changes to the Internal Revenue Code.  Changes include, but are not limited to, a corporate tax rate decrease from 35% to 21% effective for tax years beginning after December 31, 2017 and the transition of U.S. international taxation from a worldwide tax system to a modified territorial system.  As a result, we recorded a provisional income tax benefit of $76.5 million during the fourth quarter of 2017.  The provisional amount related primarily to the remeasurement of certain deferred tax assets and liabilities based on the rates at which they are expected to reverse in the future.  See note 6 to our consolidated financial statements.

 

Discontinued Operations



Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax, was $18.9 million for 2017 as compared to $53.6 million for 2016.  Loss from discontinued operations for 2017 and 2016 included $10.9 million and $33.0 million reduction in value of marine vessels and equipment, respectively.





Liquidity and Capital Resources



During 2018, we generated net cash from operating activities of $165.1 million as compared to $96.4 million in 2017.  Our primary liquidity needs during the next twelve months are for working capital and capital expenditures.  Our primary sources of liquidity are cash flows from operations and available borrowings under our credit facility.  We had cash and cash equivalents of $158.1 million at December 31, 2018 as compared to $172.0 million at December 31, 2017. 



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We spent $221.4 million of cash on capital expenditures during 2018.  Approximately $46.7 million was used to expand and maintain our Drilling Products and Services segment’s equipment inventory.  Approximately $147.8 million was spent on our Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment, primarily to rebuild our pressure pumping fleet.  Approximately $8.7 million and $16.2 million was spent in our Production Services and Technical Solutions segments, respectively.  During 2019, we expect to limit capital spending within our operational cash flow levels to generate free cash flow and allocate capital to businesses with higher returns on invested capital.



We have an asset-based revolving credit facility which matures in October 2022.  The borrowing base under the credit facility is calculated based on a formula referencing the borrower’s and the subsidiary guarantors’ eligible accounts receivable, eligible inventory and eligible premium rental drill pipe less reserves.  Availability under the credit facility is the lesser of (i) the commitments, (ii) the borrowing base and (iii) the highest principal amount permitted to be secured under the indenture governing the 7 1/8% senior unsecured notes due 2021.  At December 31, 2018, the borrowing base was $249.6 million and we had $52.3 million of letters of credit outstanding that reduced our borrowing availability under the revolving credit facility.   The credit agreement contains various covenants, including, but not limited to, limitations on the incurrence of indebtedness, permitted investments, liens on assets, making distributions, transactions with affiliates, merger, consolidations, dispositions of assets and other provisions customary in similar types of agreements.  At December 31, 2018, we were in compliance with all such covenants. 



We have outstanding $500 million of 7 3/4% senior unsecured notes due September 2024.  The indenture governing the 7 3/4% senior unsecured notes due 2024 requires semi-annual interest payments on March 15 and September 15 of each year through the maturity date of September 15, 2024.  The indenture contains customary events of default and requires that we satisfy various covenants.  At December 31, 2018, we were in compliance with all such covenants.



We also have outstanding $800 million of 7 1/8% senior unsecured notes due December 2021.  The indenture governing the 7 1/8% senior unsecured notes due 2021 requires semi-annual interest payments on June 15 and December 15 of each year through the maturity date of December 15, 2021.  The indenture contains customary events of default and requires that we satisfy various covenants.  At December 31, 2018, we were in compliance with all such covenants.



The following table summarizes our contractual cash obligations and commercial commitments at December 31, 2018 (in thousands):

   



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contractual Obligations

 

Total

 

< 1 Year

 

1 - 3 Years

 

3 - 5 Years

 

More Than 5 Years

Long-term debt, including estimated interest
    payments

 

$

1,703,500 

 

$

95,750 

 

$

991,500 

 

$

77,500 

 

$

538,750 

Decommissioning liabilities, undiscounted

 

 

199,325 

 

 

3,538 

 

 

7,728 

 

 

5,247 

 

 

182,812 

Operating leases

 

 

126,274 

 

 

30,818 

 

 

40,904 

 

 

16,746 

 

 

37,806 

Other long-term liabilities

 

 

151,846 

 

 

1,826 

 

 

51,906 

 

 

14,218 

 

 

83,896 

Total

 

$

2,180,945 

 

$

131,932 

 

$

1,092,038 

 

$

113,711 

 

$

843,264 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



The table above reflects only contractual obligations at December 31, 2018 and excludes, among other things, (i) commitments made thereafter, (ii) options to purchase assets, (iii) contingent liabilities, (iv) capital expenditures that we plan, but are not committed, to make and (v) open purchase orders.



Non-GAAP Financial Measures



We define adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) before net interest expense, income tax expense (benefit) and depreciation, amortization and depletion, adjusted for reduction in value of assets and other charges, which management does not consider representative of our ongoing operations.  This non-GAAP measure is not calculated in accordance with, or a substitute for, a measure provided in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and may be different from non-GAAP measures used by other companies.  This financial measure is provided to enhance investors’ overall understanding of the Company’s current financial performance.





















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The following table reconciles net loss from continuing operations, which is the directly comparable financial measure determined in accordance with GAAP, to adjusted EBITDA (in thousands):



 





 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

Reported net loss from continuing operations

 

$

(857,386)

 

$

(187,011)

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

739,725 

 

 

14,155 

Restructuring and other related costs

 

 

12,026 

 

 

 -

Interest expense, net

 

 

99,477 

 

 

101,455 

Other expense

 

 

1,678 

 

 

3,299 

Income taxes

 

 

(45,433)

 

 

(190,740)

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion

 

 

400,848 

 

 

438,716 

Adjusted EBITDA

 

$

350,935 

 

$

179,874 



 

 

 

 

 

 











Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates



The accounting policies described below are considered critical in obtaining an understanding of our consolidated financial statements because their application requires significant estimates and judgments by management in preparing our consolidated financial statements.  Management’s estimates and judgments are inherently uncertain and may differ significantly from actual results achieved.  Management considers an accounting estimate to be critical if the following conditions apply:



·

the estimate requires significant assumptions; and

·

changes in estimate could have a material effect on our consolidated results of operations or financial condition; or

·

if different estimates that could have been selected had been used, there could be a material effect on our consolidated results of operations or financial condition.



It is management’s view that the current assumptions and other considerations used to estimate amounts reflected in our consolidated financial statements are appropriate.  However, actual results can differ significantly from those estimates under different assumptions and conditions.  The sections below contain information about our most critical accounting estimates. 



Long-Lived Assets.  We review long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of any such asset may not be recoverable.  We record impairment losses on long-lived assets used in operations when the fair value of those assets is less than their respective carrying amount.  Fair value is measured, in part, by the estimated cash flows to be generated by those assets.   Our cash flow estimates are based upon, among other things, historical results adjusted to reflect our best estimate of future market rates, utilization levels and operating performance.  Our estimates of cash flows may differ from actual cash flows due to, among other things, changes in economic conditions or changes in an asset’s operating performance.  Assets are generally grouped by subsidiary or division for the impairment testing, which represent the lowest level of identifiable cash flows.  Assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less estimated costs to sell.  Our estimate of fair value represents our best estimate based on industry trends and reference to market transactions and is subject to variability.  The oil and gas industry is cyclical and our estimates of the period over which future cash flows will be generated, as well as the predictability of these cash flows, can have a significant impact on the carrying value of these assets and, in periods of prolonged down cycles, may result in impairment charges.  During 2018, we recorded $70.8 million in expense in connection with the reduction in value of our long-lived assets in our Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments.  See note 10 to our consolidated financial statements for further information about these impairments. 



Goodwill.  We perform the goodwill impairment test on an annual basis as of October 1 or more often if events or circumstances indicate there may be impairment.  Goodwill impairment testing is performed at the reporting unit level, which is consistent with our reporting segments.  We assess whether any indicators of impairment exist, which requires a significant amount of judgment.  Such indicators may include a sustained decrease in our stock price and market capitalization; a decline in our expected future cash flows; overall weakness in our industry; and slower growth rates.



Goodwill impairment exists when the estimated fair value of the reporting unit is below the carrying value.  In estimating the fair value of the reporting units, we use a combination of an income approach and a market-based approach.



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·

Income approach – We discount the expected cash flows of each reporting unit.  The discount rate used represents the estimated weighted average cost of capital, which reflects the overall level of inherent risk involved in our operations and cash flows and the rate of return an outside investor would expect to earn.

·

Market-based approach – We use the guideline public company method, which focuses on comparing our risk profile and growth prospects to select reasonably similar publicly traded companies.

We weighted the income approach 80% and the market-based approach 20% due to differences between our reporting units and the peer companies’ size, profitability and diversity of operations.  In order to validate the reasonableness of the estimated fair values obtained for the reporting units, a reconciliation of fair value to market capitalization was performed for each unit on a standalone basis.  A control premium, derived from market transaction data, was used in this reconciliation to ensure that fair values were reasonably stated in conjunction with the Company’s capitalization.  Our estimates of the fair value of these reporting units represent our best estimates based on industry trends and reference to market transactions.  A significant amount of judgment is involved in performing these evaluations given that the results are based on estimated future events. 

During the fourth quarter of 2018, the industry climate deteriorated rapidly due to the dramatic decline in crude oil prices and the related large sell-off in the equity market for issuers in the energy industry.  As a result of the adverse changes in the business environment that occurred during the fourth quarter of 2018 and our strategic review of expected near-term cash flows from operations, we reviewed our goodwill for impairment.  We concluded that as of December 31, 2018, our Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment’s goodwill of $583.6 million and our Production Services segment’s goodwill of $85.3 million were fully impaired.  The fair value of the Drilling Products and Services segment was substantially in excess of its carrying value.  See note 10 to our consolidated financial statements for further information about these impairments. 

Income Taxes.  We use the asset and liability method of accounting for income taxes.  This method takes into account the differences between financial statement treatment and tax treatment of certain transactions.  Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases.  Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.  Our deferred tax calculation requires us to make certain estimates about our future operations.  Changes in state, federal and foreign tax laws, as well as changes in our financial condition or the carrying value of existing assets and liabilities, could affect these estimates.  The effect of a change in tax rates is recognized as income or expense in the period that the rate is enacted.



Revenue Recognition.  Revenues are recognized when performance obligations are satisfied in accordance with contractual terms, in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for services rendered or rentals provided.  A performance obligation arises under contracts with customers to render services or provide rentals, and is the unit of account under Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers.  The Company accounts for services rendered and rentals provided separately if they are distinct and the service or rental is separately identifiable from other items provided to a customer and if a customer can benefit from the services rendered or rentals provided on its own or with other resources that are readily available to the customer.  A contract’s transaction price is allocated to each distinct performance obligation and recognized as revenue when, or as, the performance obligation is satisfied.  A contract’s standalone selling prices are determined based on the prices that the Company charges for its services rendered and rentals provided.  The majority of the Company’s performance obligations are satisfied over time, which is generally represented by a period of 30 days or less.  The Company’s payment terms vary by the type of products or services offered.  The term between invoicing and when the payment is due is typically 30 days.



Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements and Hedging Activities



At December 31, 2018, we had no off-balance sheet arrangements and no hedging contracts.



Recently Adopted and Issued Accounting Guidance



See Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data – Note 1 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies – New Accounting Pronouncements.”



Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

We are exposed to market risks associated with foreign currency fluctuations and changes in interest rates.  A discussion of our market risk exposure in financial instruments follows.



Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk



Because we operate in a number of countries throughout the world, we conduct a portion of our business in currencies other than the U.S. dollar.  The functional currency for our international operations, other than certain operations in the United Kingdom and Europe,

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is the U.S. dollar, but a portion of the revenues from our international operations is paid in foreign currencies.  The effects of foreign currency fluctuations are partly mitigated because local expenses of such international operations are also generally denominated in the same currency.  We continually monitor the currency exchange risks associated with all contracts not denominated in the U.S. dollar. 



Assets and liabilities of certain subsidiaries in the United Kingdom and Europe are translated at end of period exchange rates, while income and expenses are translated at average rates for the period.  Translation gains and losses are reported as the foreign currency translation component of accumulated other comprehensive loss in stockholders’ equity. 



We do not hold derivatives for trading purposes or use derivatives with complex features.  When we believe prudent, we enter into forward foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency fluctuations.  We do not enter into forward foreign exchange contracts for trading purposes.  At December 31, 2018, we had no outstanding foreign currency forward contracts.



Interest Rate Risk



At December 31, 2018, we had no variable rate debt outstanding.



Commodity Price Risk



Our revenues, profitability and future rate of growth significantly depend upon the market prices of oil and natural gas.  Lower prices may also reduce the amount of oil and gas that can economically be produced.  For additional information on the impact of changes in commodities prices on our business and prospects, see Item 1A to this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

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Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm



The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Superior Energy Services, Inc.:



Opinion on the Consolidated Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Superior Energy Services, Inc. and subsidiaries (“the Company”) as of December 31, 2018 and 2017, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three‑year period ended December 31, 2018, the related notes and financial statement schedules as listed in the accompanying index (collectively, the “consolidated financial statements”). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2018 and 2017, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the three‑year period ended December 31, 2018, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission, and our report dated February 21, 2019 expressed an unqualified opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

Emphasis of Matter

We draw your attention to Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, which discusses the adoption, as of January 2017, of ASU 2017-04, Intangibles – Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment.  The amendment is pertinent to the readers of these consolidated financial statements as 2017 is the first year in which the standard applied to the Company. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.

Basis for Opinion

These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ KPMG LLP



We have served as the Company’s auditor since 1996.



Houston, Texas

February 21, 2019





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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Balance Sheets

December 31, 2018 and 2017

(in thousands, except share data)





2018

 

2017

ASSETS

 

 

 

 

 

Current assets:

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

$

158,050 

 

$

172,000 

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $12,080 and

 

 

 

 

 

$29,037 at December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively

 

447,353 

 

 

398,056 

Income taxes receivable

 

 -

 

 

959 

Prepaid expenses

 

45,802 

 

 

42,128 

Inventory and other current assets

 

121,700 

 

 

134,032 

Assets held for sale

 

 -

 

 

13,644 

Total current assets

 

772,905 

 

 

760,819 



 

 

 

 

 

Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation and depletion

 

1,109,126 

 

 

1,316,944 

Goodwill

 

136,788 

 

 

807,860 

Notes receivable

 

63,993 

 

 

60,149 

Restricted cash

 

5,698 

 

 

20,483 

Intangible and other long-term assets, net of accumulated amortization

 

127,452 

 

 

143,970 

Total assets

$

2,215,962 

 

$

3,110,225 



 

 

 

 

 

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

 

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts payable

$

139,325 

 

$

119,716 

Accrued expenses

 

219,180 

 

 

221,757 

Income taxes payable

 

734 

 

 

 -

Current portion of decommissioning liabilities

 

3,538 

 

 

27,261 

Liabilities held for sale

 

 -

 

 

6,463 

Total current liabilities

 

362,777 

 

 

375,197 



 

 

 

 

 

Deferred income taxes

 

 -

 

 

61,058 

Decommissioning liabilities

 

126,558 

 

 

103,136 

Long-term debt, net

 

1,282,921 

 

 

1,279,771 

Other long-term liabilities

 

152,967 

 

 

158,634 



 

 

 

 

 

Stockholders’ equity:

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred stock of $0.01 par value.  Authorized - 5,000,000 shares; none issued

 

 -

 

 

 -

Common stock of $0.001 par value

 

 

 

 

 

Authorized - 250,000,000, Issued and Outstanding - 154,885,418 at December 31, 2018
Authorized - 250,000,000, Issued and Outstanding - 153,263,097 at December 31, 2017

 

155 

 

 

153 

Additional paid in capital

 

2,735,125 

 

 

2,713,161 

Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net

 

(73,177)

 

 

(67,427)

Retained deficit

 

(2,371,364)

 

 

(1,513,458)

Total stockholders’ equity

 

290,739 

 

 

1,132,429 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

2,215,962 

 

$

3,110,225 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.



 

 

 

 

 



















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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Operations

Years Ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

(in thousands, except per share data)





 

 

 



2018

 

2017

 

2016

Revenues:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Services

$

1,749,969 

 

$

1,594,140 

 

$

1,162,244 

Rentals

 

380,296 

 

 

279,936 

 

 

287,803 

Total revenues

 

2,130,265 

 

 

1,874,076 

 

 

1,450,047 

Costs and expenses:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cost of services (exclusive of depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

1,365,969 

 

 

1,284,567 

 

 

975,941 

Cost of rentals (exclusive of depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

136,135 

 

 

114,128 

 

 

147,333 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion - services

 

329,187 

 

 

372,787 

 

 

408,752 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion - rentals

 

71,661 

 

 

65,929 

 

 

101,219 

General and administrative expenses

 

289,252 

 

 

295,507 

 

 

346,606 

Reduction in value of assets

 

739,725 

 

 

14,155 

 

 

500,405 

Loss from operations

 

(801,664)

 

 

(272,997)

 

 

(1,030,209)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other expense:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

(99,477)

 

 

(101,455)

 

 

(92,753)

Other expense

 

(1,678)

 

 

(3,299)

 

 

22,621 

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes

 

(902,819)

 

 

(377,751)

 

 

(1,100,341)

Income taxes

 

(45,433)

 

 

(190,740)

 

 

(267,001)

Net loss from continuing operations

 

(857,386)

 

 

(187,011)

 

 

(833,340)

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income tax

 

(729)

 

 

(18,910)

 

 

(53,559)

Net loss

$

(858,115)

 

$

(205,921)

 

$

(886,899)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loss per share information:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic and diluted:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net loss from continuing operations

$

(5.55)

 

$

(1.22)

 

$

(5.50)

Loss from discontinued operations

 

(0.01)

 

 

(0.13)

 

 

(0.35)

Net loss

$

(5.56)

 

$

(1.35)

 

$

(5.85)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash dividends declared per share

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

0.08 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weighted average common shares used in computing loss per share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic and diluted

 

154,367 

 

 

152,933 

 

 

151,558 



















 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss

Years Ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

(in thousands)





2018

 

2017

 

2016

Net loss

$

(858,115)

 

$

(205,921)

 

$

(886,899)

Change in cumulative translation adjustment, net of tax

 

(5,750)

 

 

12,821 

 

 

(34,554)

Comprehensive loss

$

(863,865)

 

$

(193,100)

 

$

(921,453)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity

Years Ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

(in thousands, except share data)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accumulated

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Common

 

 

 

 

Additional

 

other

 

 

 

 

 



 

stock

 

Common

 

paid-in

 

comprehensive

 

Retained

 

 

 



 

shares

 

stock

 

capital

 

loss, net

 

deficit

 

Total



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Balances, December 31, 2015

 

150,861,500 

 

$

151 

 

$

2,664,517 

 

$

(45,694)

 

$

(408,162)

 

$

2,210,812 

Net loss

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(886,899)

 

 

(886,899)

Foreign currency translation adjustment

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(34,554)

 

 

 -

 

 

(34,554)

Cash dividends declared ($0.08 per share)

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(12,476)

 

 

(12,476)

Stock-based compensation expense,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 net of forfeitures

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

30,122 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

30,122 

Restricted stock forfeited

 

(1,495)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

Exercise of stock options

 

40,723 

 

 

 -

 

 

524 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

524 

Restricted stock units vested

 

1,034,068 

 

 

 

 

(1)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

Shares withheld and retired

 

(364,122)

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,669)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,669)

Tax effect

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(5,112)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(5,112)

Shares issued under Employee Stock Purchase Plan

 

290,987 

 

 

 -

 

 

5,172 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

5,172 

Balances, December 31, 2016

 

151,861,661 

 

$

152 

 

$

2,691,553 

 

$

(80,248)

 

$

(1,307,537)

 

$

1,303,920 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net loss

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(205,921)

 

 

(205,921)

Foreign currency translation adjustment

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

12,821 

 

 

 -

 

 

12,821 

Stock-based compensation expense,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 net of forfeitures

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

26,221 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

26,221 

Exercise of stock options

 

5,998 

 

 

 -

 

 

99 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

99 

Restricted stock units vested

 

1,500,605 

 

 

 

 

(2)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

Shares withheld and retired

 

(465,632)

 

 

(1)

 

 

(8,325)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(8,326)

Shares issued under Employee Stock Purchase Plan

 

360,465 

 

 

 -

 

 

3,615 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

3,615 

Balances, December 31, 2017

 

153,263,097 

 

$

153 

 

$

2,713,161 

 

$

(67,427)

 

$

(1,513,458)

 

$

1,132,429 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net loss

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(858,115)

 

 

(858,115)

Foreign currency translation adjustment

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(5,750)

 

 

 -

 

 

(5,750)

Forfeited dividends

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

209 

 

 

209 

Stock-based compensation expense,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 net of forfeitures

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

24,076 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

24,076 

Restricted stock units vested

 

1,533,018 

 

 

 

 

(2)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

Shares withheld and retired

 

(461,647)

 

 

 -

 

 

(5,198)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(5,198)

Shares issued under Employee Stock Purchase Plan

 

550,950 

 

 

 -

 

 

3,088 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

3,088 

Balances, December 31, 2018

 

154,885,418 

 

$

155 

 

$

2,735,125 

 

$

(73,177)

 

$

(2,371,364)

 

$

290,739 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   







 

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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

 

Years Ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

 

(in thousands)

 



 

 

 

 

 



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

 

Cash flows from operating activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net loss

 

$

(858,115)

 

$

(205,921)

 

$

(886,899)

 

 

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating
  activities:

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion

 

 

400,848 

 

 

438,716 

 

 

509,971 

 

 

Deferred income taxes

 

 

(61,058)

 

 

(182,553)

 

 

(142,520)

 

 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

739,725 

 

 

14,155 

 

 

500,405 

 

 

Stock based compensation expense

 

 

31,451 

 

 

36,503 

 

 

41,779 

 

 

Other reconciling items, net

 

 

(9,545)

 

 

2,505 

 

 

62,056 

 

 

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts receivable

 

 

(50,116)

 

 

(93,309)

 

 

128,086 

 

 

Inventory and other current assets

 

 

(7,559)

 

 

(2,455)

 

 

(7,646)

 

 

Accounts payable

 

 

8,912 

 

 

23,648 

 

 

3,667 

 

 

Accrued expenses

 

 

(21,113)

 

 

(8,458)

 

 

(73,902)

 

 

Income taxes

 

 

2,320 

 

 

99,089 

 

 

(107,643)

 

 

Other, net

 

 

(10,693)

 

 

(25,494)

 

 

33,898 

 

 

Net cash provided by operating activities

 

 

165,057 

 

 

96,426 

 

 

61,252 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from investing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Payments for capital expenditures

 

 

(221,370)

 

 

(164,933)

 

 

(80,548)

 

 

Proceeds from sales of assets

 

 

33,299 

 

 

28,269 

 

 

7,515 

 

 

Other

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(1,014)

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

 

 

(188,071)

 

 

(136,664)

 

 

(74,047)

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from financing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt

 

 

 -

 

 

500,000 

 

 

 -

 

 

Principal payments on long-term debt

 

 

 -

 

 

(500,000)

 

 

(337,576)

 

 

Payment of debt issuance costs

 

 

 -

 

 

(11,967)

 

 

(2,711)

 

 

Cash dividends

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(12,111)

 

 

Tax withholdings for vested restricted stock units

 

 

(5,199)

 

 

(8,326)

 

 

(3,669)

 

 

Other

 

 

2,613 

 

 

3,268 

 

 

587 

 

 

Net cash used in financing activities

 

 

(2,586)

 

 

(17,025)

 

 

(355,480)

 

 

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

 

 

(3,135)

 

 

3,654 

 

 

(7,959)

 

 

Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

 

 

(28,735)

 

 

(53,609)

 

 

(376,234)

 

 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period

 

 

192,483 

 

   

246,092 

 

 

622,326 

 

 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period

 

$

163,748 

 

$

192,483 

 

$

246,092 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash Payments:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest paid

 

$

101,056 

 

$

88,125 

 

$

93,353 

 

 

Income taxes paid (net of income tax refunds received)

 

 

3,137 

 

 

(117,376)

 

 

(28,933)

 

 

Non-cash investing activity:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Capital expenditures included in accounts payable and accrued expenses

 

 

26,259 

 

 

11,522 

 

 

4,905 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

 

 

















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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

Years Ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

 (1) Summary of Significant Accounting Policies



Basis of Presentation



The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Superior Energy Services, Inc. and subsidiaries (the Company).  All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation.  Certain previously reported amounts have been reclassified to conform to the 2018 presentation.



Business



The Company provides a wide variety of services and products to the energy industry.  The Company serves major, national and independent oil and natural gas companies around the world and offers products and services with respect to the various phases of a well’s economic life cycle.  The Company reports its operating results in four business segments: Drilling Products and Services; Onshore Completion and Workover Services; Production Services; and Technical Solutions.  Given the Company’s long-term strategy of expanding geographically, the Company also provides supplemental segment revenue information in three geographic areas: U.S. land; Gulf of Mexico; and International.



Use of Estimates



The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make significant estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.



Major Customers and Concentration of Credit Risk



The majority of the Company’s business is conducted with major and independent oil and gas companies.  The Company evaluates the financial strength of its customers and provides allowances for probable credit losses when deemed necessary.



The market for the Company’s services and products is the oil and gas industry in the U.S. land and Gulf of Mexico areas and select international market areas.  Oil and gas companies make capital expenditures on exploration, development and production operations.  The level of these expenditures historically has been characterized by significant volatility. 



The Company derives a large amount of revenue from a small number of major and independent oil and gas companies.  There were no customers that exceeded 10% of the Company’s total revenues in 2018.  Anadarko accounted for approximately 13% and 11% of the Company’s revenues in 2017 and 2016, respectively, primarily within the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment.     



The Company’s assets that are potentially exposed to concentrations of credit risk consist primarily of cash, cash equivalents and trade receivables.  The financial institutions in which the Company transacts business are large, investment grade financial institutions which are “well capitalized” under applicable regulatory capital adequacy guidelines, thereby minimizing its exposure to credit risks for deposits in excess of federally insured amounts.



Cash Equivalents



The Company considers all short-term investments with a maturity of 90 days or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.



Accounts Receivable and Allowances



Trade accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount or the earned amount but not yet invoiced and do not bear interest.  The Company maintains allowances for estimated uncollectible receivables, including bad debts and other items.  The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on the Company’s best estimate of probable uncollectible amounts in existing accounts receivable.  The Company determines the allowance based on historical write-off experience and specific identification.



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Inventory



Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value.  The Company applies net realizable value and obsolescence to the gross value of the inventory.  Cost is determined using the first-in, first-out or weighted-average cost methods for finished goods and work-in-process.  Supplies and consumables consist principally of products used in the Company’s services provided to its customers.  The components of inventory balances are as follows (in thousands):







 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

Finished goods

 

$

54,144 

 

$

61,764 

Raw materials

 

 

16,795 

 

 

13,727 

Work-in-process

 

 

5,544 

 

 

6,174 

Supplies and consumables

 

 

30,822 

 

 

24,923 

Total

 

$

107,305 

 

$

106,588 



 

 

 

 

 

 



Property, Plant and Equipment



Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost, except for assets for which reduction in value is recorded during the period and assets acquired using purchase accounting, which are recorded at fair value as of the date of acquisition.  Depreciation is computed using the straight line method over the estimated useful lives of the related assets as follows:



Buildings and improvements

5

to

40 

years

Marine vessels and equipment

5

to

25 

years

Machinery and equipment

2

to

25 

years

Automobiles, trucks, tractors and trailers

3

to

10 

years

Furniture and fixtures

2

to

10 

years



Reduction in Value of Long-Lived Assets



Long-lived assets, such as property, plant and equipment and purchased intangibles subject to amortization are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable.  Recoverability of assets to be held and used is assessed by a comparison of the carrying amount of such assets to their fair value calculated, in part, by the estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to be generated by the assets.  Cash flow estimates are based upon, among other things, historical results adjusted to reflect the best estimate of future market rates, utilization levels, and operating performance.  Estimates of cash flows may differ from actual cash flows due to, among other things, changes in economic conditions or changes in an asset’s operating performance.  The Company’s assets are grouped by subsidiary or division for the impairment testing, which represent the lowest level of identifiable cash flows.  If the asset grouping’s fair value is less than the carrying amount of those items, impairment losses are recorded in the amount by which the carrying amount of such assets exceeds the fair value.  Assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less estimated costs to sell.  The net carrying value of assets not fully recoverable is reduced to fair value.  The estimate of fair value represents the Company’s best estimate based on industry trends and reference to market transactions and is subject to variability.  The oil and gas industry is cyclical and estimates of the period over which future cash flows will be generated, as well as the predictability of these cash flows, can have a significant impact on the carrying values of these assets and, in periods of prolonged down cycles, may result in impairment charges.  See note 10 for a discussion of the reduction in value of long-lived assets recorded during 2018, 2017 and 2016.

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Goodwill



The following table summarizes the activity for the Company’s goodwill (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

Onshore

 

 

 

 

 

 



Drilling

 

Completion

 

 

 

 

 

 



Products

 

and Workover

 

Production

 

 

 



and Services

 

Services

 

Services

 

Total



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Balance, December 31, 2016

$

135,961 

 

$

583,550 

 

$

84,406 

 

$

803,917 

Foreign currency translation adjustment

 

2,532 

 

 

 -

 

 

1,411 

 

 

3,943 

Balance, December 31, 2017

 

138,493 

 

 

583,550 

 

 

85,817 

 

 

807,860 

Foreign currency translation adjustment

 

(1,705)

 

 

 -

 

 

(529)

 

 

(2,234)

Reduction in value of assets

 

 -

 

 

(583,550)

 

 

(85,288)

 

 

(668,838)

Balance, December 31, 2018

$

136,788 

 

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

136,788 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



During 2017, the Company adopted the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) update (ASU) 2017-04, Intangibles- Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment.  The amendments in the ASU eliminate Step 2 from the goodwill impairment test.  The annual or interim goodwill impairment test is performed by comparing the fair value of a reporting unit with its carrying amount.  An impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the carrying amount exceeds the reporting unit’s fair value.



The Company performs the goodwill impairment test on an annual basis as of October 1 or more often if events or circumstances indicate there may be impairment.  Goodwill impairment testing is performed at the reporting unit level, which is consistent with the reporting segments.  The Company assesses whether any indicators of impairment exist, which requires a significant amount of judgment.  Such indicators may include a sustained decrease in the Company’s stock price and market capitalization; a decline in the expected future cash flows; overall weakness in the industry; and slower growth rates.



Goodwill impairment exists when the estimated fair value of the reporting unit is below the carrying value.  In estimating the fair value of the reporting units, the Company uses a combination of an income approach and a market-based approach.



·

Income approach – The Company discounts the expected cash flows of each reporting unit.  The discount rate used represents the estimated weighted average cost of capital, which reflects the overall level of inherent risk involved in the Company’s operations and cash flows and the rate of return an outside investor would expect to earn.

·

Market-based approach – The Company uses the guideline public company method, which focuses on comparing the Company’s risk profile and growth prospects to select reasonably similar publicly traded companies.

The Company weighted the income approach 80% and the market-based approach 20% due to differences between the Company’s reporting units and the peer companies’ size, profitability and diversity of operations.  In order to validate the reasonableness of the estimated fair values obtained for the reporting units, a reconciliation of fair value to market capitalization was performed for each unit on a standalone basis.  A control premium, derived from market transaction data, was used in this reconciliation to ensure that fair values were reasonably stated in conjunction with the Company’s capitalization.  The Company uses all available information to estimate fair value of the reporting units, including discounted cash flows.  A significant amount of judgment was involved in performing these evaluations given that the results are based on estimated future events.   

During the fourth quarter of 2018, the industry climate deteriorated rapidly due to the dramatic decline in crude oil prices and the related large sell-off in the equity markets for issuers in the energy industry.  As a result of the adverse changes in the business environment that occurred during the fourth quarter of 2018 and the strategic review of the Company’s expected near-term cash flows from operations, the Company reviewed the goodwill for impairment.   It was concluded that at December 31, 2018, the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment’s goodwill of $583.6 million and the Production Services segment’s goodwill of $85.3 million were fully impaired.  The fair value of the Drilling Products and Services segment was substantially in excess of its carrying value.  A significant amount of judgment was involved in performing these evaluations given that the results are based on estimated future events.  See note 10 for a discussion of the reduction in value of goodwill recorded during 2018 and 2016.  At December 31, 2018 and 2017, the Company’s accumulated reduction in value of goodwill was $2,417.1 million and $1,748.2 million, respectively.



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Notes Receivable



The Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Wild Well, has decommissioning obligations related to its ownership of the oil and gas property and related assets.  Notes receivable consist of a commitment from the seller of the property’s sole platform towards its eventual abandonment.  Pursuant to an agreement with the seller, the Company will invoice the seller an agreed upon amount at the completion of certain decommissioning activities.  The gross amount of this obligation totaled $115.0 million and is recorded at present value using an effective interest rate of 6.58%.  The related discount is amortized to interest income based on the expected timing of the platform’s removal.  The Company recorded interest income related to notes receivable of $3.9 million during 2018 and $3.6 million in each of 2017 and 2016.



Restricted Cash



Restricted cash represents cash held in escrow to secure the future decommissioning obligations related to the oil and gas property.



Intangible and Other Long-Term Assets



Intangible assets consist of the following (in thousands):



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

December 31,



 

 

 

2018

 

2017



 

Estimated

 

Gross

 

Accumulated

 

Net

 

Gross

 

Accumulated

 

Net



 

Useful Lives

 

Amount

 

Amortization

 

Balance

 

Amount

 

Amortization

 

Balance

Customer relationships

 

17 years

 

$

133,374 

 

$

(59,711)

 

$

73,663 

 

$

165,036 

 

$

(62,930)

 

$

102,106 

Tradenames

 

10 years

 

 

20,717 

 

 

(13,334)

 

 

7,383 

 

 

30,732 

 

 

(17,188)

 

 

13,544 

Non-compete agreements

 

3 years

 

 

4,474 

 

 

(3,313)

 

 

1,161 

 

 

4,299 

 

 

(3,241)

 

 

1,058 

Total

 

 

 

$

158,565 

 

$

(76,358)

 

$

82,207 

 

$

200,067 

 

$

(83,359)

 

$

116,708 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Amortization expense was $12.7 million, $12.7 million and $16.2 million during 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively.  Based on the carrying values of intangible assets at December 31, 2018, amortization expense for the next five years (2019 through 2023) is estimated to be $10.0 million per year.



During 2018, the Company recorded $21.7 million of expense related to the reduction in carrying values of intangibles in the Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments (see note 10).



Decommissioning Liabilities



The Company’s decommissioning liabilities associated with the oil and gas property and its related assets consist of costs related to the plugging of wells, the removal of the related platform and equipment, and site restoration.  The Company reviews the adequacy of its decommissioning liabilities whenever indicators suggest that the estimated cash flows and/or relating timing needed to satisfy the liability have changed materially. 



The following table summarizes the activity for the Company’s decommissioning liabilities (in thousands): 





 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

Balance at beginning of period

 

$

130,397 

 

$

123,677 

Accretion

 

 

4,906 

 

 

6,837 

Liability acquisitions and dispositions

 

 

 -

 

 

(117)

Liabilities settled

 

 

(5,207)

 

 

 -

Balance at end of period

 

$

130,096 

 

$

130,397 



 

 

 

 

 

 



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Income Taxes



The Company accounts for income taxes and the related accounts under the asset and liability method.  Deferred income taxes reflect the impact of temporary differences between amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and such amounts as measured by tax laws and rates that are in effect when the temporary differences are expected to reverse.  The effect of a change in tax rates on the deferred income taxes is recognized in income in the period in which the change occurs.  A valuation allowance is recorded when management believes it is more likely than not that at least some portion of any deferred tax asset will not be realized.  It is the Company’s policy to recognize interest and applicable penalties related to uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.



Earnings per Share



Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing income available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period.   Diluted earnings per share is computed in the same manner as basic earnings per share except that the denominator is increased to include the number of additional shares of common stock that could have been outstanding assuming the exercise of stock options and conversion of restricted stock units.



During 2018, 2017 and 2016, the Company incurred losses from continuing operations; as such, the impact of any incremental shares would be anti-dilutive. 

 

Foreign Currency



Results of operations for foreign subsidiaries with functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar are translated using average exchange rates during the period.  Assets and liabilities of these foreign subsidiaries are translated using the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet dates, and the resulting translation adjustments are reported as accumulated other comprehensive loss in the Company’s stockholders’ equity.



For international subsidiaries where the functional currency is the U.S. dollar, financial statements are remeasured into U.S. dollars using the historical exchange rate for most of the long-term assets and liabilities and the balance sheet date exchange rate for most of the current assets and liabilities.  An average exchange rate is used for each period for revenues and expenses.  These transaction gains and losses, as well as any other transactions in a currency other than the functional currency, are included in other income (expense) in the consolidated statements of operations in the period in which the currency exchange rates change.  During 2018, 2017 and 2016, the Company recorded foreign currency gains/(losses) of $(1.9) million, $(2.2) million and $23.5 million, respectively.



Stock-Based Compensation



The Company records compensation costs relating to share-based payment transactions and includes such costs in general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations.  The cost is measured at the grant date, based on the calculated fair value of the award, and is recognized as an expense over the employee’s requisite service period (generally the vesting period of the equity award). 

 

Self-Insurance Reserves



The Company is self-insured, through deductibles and retentions, up to certain levels for losses under its insurance programs.  The Company accrues for these liabilities based on estimates of the ultimate cost of claims incurred as of the balance sheet date.  The Company regularly reviews the estimates of asserted and unasserted claims and provides for losses through reserves.  The Company obtains actuarial reviews to evaluate the reasonableness of internal estimates for losses related to workers’ compensation, auto liability and group medical on an annual basis.



New Accounting Pronouncements



Standards adopted



In May 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-09, Compensation – Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Scope of Modification Accounting.  The guidance in this ASU applies to all entities that change the terms or conditions of a share-based payment award.  The amendments provide clarity and reduce diversity in practice as well as cost and complexity when applying the guidance in Topic 718, Compensation – Stock Compensation, to the modification of the terms and conditions of a share-based payment award.  The amendments in ASU 2017-09 include guidance on determining which changes to the terms and conditions of share-based payment awards require an entity to apply modification accounting under Topic 718.  The Company adopted the accounting guidance as of January 1, 2018.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. 



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In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-01, Business Combinations (Topic 805): Clarifying the Definition of a Business.  The amendments affect all companies and other reporting organizations that must determine whether they have acquired or sold a business.  The amendments are intended to help companies and other organizations evaluate whether transactions should be accounted for as acquisitions (or disposals) of assets or businesses.  The amendments provide a more robust framework to use in determining when a set of assets and activities is a business.  The Company adopted the accounting guidance as of January 1, 2018.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. 

   

In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-18, Statements of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Restricted Cash.  The guidance in this ASU requires that a statement of cash flows explain the change during the period in the total of cash, cash equivalents, and amounts generally described as restricted cash or restricted cash equivalents.  As a result, amounts generally described as restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents should be included with cash and cash equivalents when reconciling the beginning-of-period and end-of-period total amounts shown on the statement of cash flows.  The Company adopted the accounting guidance as of January 1, 2018 and applied it retrospectively to the periods presented in the Company’s consolidated statements of cash flows.  For 2017, net cash used in investing activities was adjusted to exclude the change in restricted cash related to cash held in escrow for the future decommissioning obligations associated with an oil and gas property.  The adjustment resulted in a $30.6 million decrease in net cash used in investing activities for the year ended December 31, 2017.



In October 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-16, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Intra-Entity Transfers of Assets Other Than Inventory.  The guidance in this ASU requires entities to recognize at the transaction date the income tax consequences of intercompany asset transfers other than inventory.  The Company adopted the accounting guidance as of January 1, 2018.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

   

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606), which replaced most existing revenue recognition guidance in GAAP.  The guidance in this ASU requires an entity to recognize the amount of revenue that it expects to be entitled for the transfer of promised goods or services to customers.  The Company adopted this ASU as of January 1, 2018.  The Company adopted this ASU using the modified retrospective adoption method.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements and no cumulative effect adjustment was recognized.



In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842), which requires lessees to recognize the assets and liabilities arising from leases on the balance sheet and disclose key information about leasing arrangements.  The new standard establishes a right-of-use model (ROU) that requires a lessee to recognize a ROU asset and lease liability on the balance sheet for all leases with a term longer than 12 months.



The Company adopted the new standard on January 1, 2019 and used the effective date as the date of initial application.  Therefore, prior period financial information that will be presented in the Company’s future filings will not be adjusted and will continue to be reflected in accordance with the Company’s historical accounting policy.



The new standard provides a number of optional practical expedients in transition.  The Company elected the “package of practical expedients,” which, among other things, allows the Company to carry forward its historical lease classification.



On January 1, 2019, the Company recognized additional operating liabilities of approximately $100.0 million, with corresponding ROU assets of the same amount based on the present value of the remaining minimum rental payments for existing operating leases.



Subsequent Events



In accordance with authoritative guidance, the Company has evaluated and disclosed all material subsequent events that occurred after the balance sheet date, but before financial statements were issued.

 

(2) Revenue

Adoption of ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers



Effective January 1, 2018, the Company adopted ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606).  The Company adopted this ASU using the modified retrospective adoption method.  There was no impact on the consolidated financial statements and no cumulative effect adjustment was recognized.



Revenue Recognition



Revenues are recognized when performance obligations are satisfied in accordance with contractual terms, in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for services rendered or rentals provided.  Taxes collected from customers and remitted to governmental authorities and revenues are reported on a net basis in the Company’s financial statements.



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Performance Obligations



A performance obligation arises under contracts with customers to render services or provide rentals, and is the unit of account under Topic 606.  The Company accounts for services rendered and rentals provided separately if they are distinct and the service or rental is separately identifiable from other items provided to a customer and if a customer can benefit from the services rendered or rentals provided on its own or with other resources that are readily available to the customer.  A contract’s transaction price is allocated to each distinct performance obligation and recognized as revenue when, or as, the performance obligation is satisfied.  A contract’s standalone selling prices are determined based on the prices that the Company charges for its services rendered and rentals provided.  The majority of the Company’s performance obligations are satisfied over time, which is generally represented by a period of 30 days or less.  The Company’s payment terms vary by the type of products or services offered.  The term between invoicing and when the payment is due is typically 30 days.



Services revenue primarily represents amounts charged to customers for the completion of services rendered, including labor, products and supplies necessary to perform the service.  Rates for these services vary depending on the type of services provided and can be based on a per job, per hour or per day basis.



Rentals revenue is primarily priced on a per day, per man hour or similar basis and consists of fees charged to customers for use of the Company’s rental equipment over the term of the rental period, which is generally less than twelve months.



The Company expenses sales commissions when incurred because the amortization period would have been one year or less.



Disaggregation of revenue



The following table presents the Company’s revenues by segment disaggregated by geography (in thousands):







 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

2018

 

 

2017

 

 

2016

U.S. land

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Drilling Products and Services

$

176,448 

 

$

117,856 

 

$

64,251 

    Onshore Completion and Workover Services

 

1,057,656 

 

 

935,183 

 

 

523,966 

    Production Services

 

195,363 

 

 

151,632 

 

 

87,434 

    Technical Solutions

 

31,137 

 

 

34,283 

 

 

42,097 

Total U.S. land

$

1,460,604 

 

$

1,238,954 

 

$

717,748 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gulf of Mexico

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Drilling Products and Services

$

100,855 

 

$

91,507 

 

$

120,323 

    Onshore Completion and Workover Services

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

    Production Services

 

66,512 

 

 

74,033 

 

 

84,839 

    Technical Solutions

 

160,507 

 

 

161,766 

 

 

157,603 

Total Gulf of Mexico

$

327,874 

 

$

327,306 

 

$

362,765 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

International

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Drilling Products and Services

$

106,416 

 

$

84,327 

 

$

108,968 

    Onshore Completion and Workover Services

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

    Production Services

 

156,650 

 

 

147,116 

 

 

176,090 

    Technical Solutions

 

78,721 

 

 

76,373 

 

 

84,476 

Total International

$

341,787 

 

$

307,816 

 

$

369,534 

Total Revenues

$

2,130,265 

 

$

1,874,076 

 

$

1,450,047 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 







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The following table presents the Company’s revenues by segment disaggregated by type (in thousands):









 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 



 

2018

 

 

2017

 

 

2016

Services

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Drilling Products and Services

$

101,969 

 

$

81,788 

 

$

77,628 

    Onshore Completion and Workover Services

 

1,015,908 

 

 

903,048 

 

 

503,777 

    Production Services

 

381,957 

 

 

354,445 

 

 

308,226 

    Technical Solutions

 

250,135 

 

 

254,859 

 

 

272,613 

Total services

$

1,749,969 

 

$

1,594,140 

 

$

1,162,244 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rentals

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Drilling Products and Services

$

281,750 

 

$

211,902 

 

$

215,915 

    Onshore Completion and Workover Services

 

41,748 

 

 

32,135 

 

 

20,188 

    Production Services

 

36,568 

 

 

18,336 

 

 

40,137 

    Technical Solutions

 

20,230 

 

 

17,563 

 

 

11,563 

Total rentals

$

380,296 

 

$

279,936 

 

$

287,803 

Total Revenues

$

2,130,265 

 

$

1,874,076 

 

$

1,450,047 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 







(3) Property, Plant and Equipment

A summary of property, plant and equipment is as follows (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

Machinery and equipment

 

$

3,229,793 

 

$

3,505,171 

Buildings, improvements and leasehold improvements

 

 

278,339 

 

 

293,133 

Automobiles, trucks, tractors and trailers

 

 

26,522 

 

 

32,185 

Furniture and fixtures

 

 

52,045 

 

 

62,632 

Construction-in-progress

 

 

38,119 

 

 

37,236 

Land

 

 

58,047 

 

 

58,363 

Oil and gas producing assets

 

 

66,605 

 

 

64,844 

Total

 

 

3,749,470 

 

 

4,053,564 

Accumulated depreciation and depletion

 

 

(2,640,344)

 

 

(2,736,620)

Property, plant and equipment, net

 

$

1,109,126 

 

$

1,316,944 





The Company had $74.9 million and $73.6 million of leasehold improvements at December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively.  These leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of the life of the asset or the term of the lease using the straight line method.  Depreciation expense (excluding depletion, amortization and accretion) was $374.5 million, $419.2 million and $486.9 million during 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively.  During 2018, the Company recorded $49.1 million related to reduction in value of property, plant and equipment (see note 10).

 

(4) Debt 



The Company’s outstanding debt is as follows (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

December 31,



 

2018

 

2017



 

Long-term

 

Long-term

Senior unsecured notes due September 2024

 

$

500,000 

 

$

500,000 

Senior unsecured notes due December 2021

 

 

800,000 

 

 

800,000 

Total debt, gross

 

 

1,300,000 

 

 

1,300,000 

Unamortized debt issuance costs

 

 

(17,079)

 

 

(20,229)

Total debt, net

 

$

1,282,921 

 

$

1,279,771 



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Debt maturities presented as of December 31, 2018 are as follows (in thousands):





 

 



 

 

2019

$

 -

2020

 

 -

2021

 

800,000 

2022

 

 -

2023

 

 -

Thereafter

 

500,000 

Total

$

1,300,000 



Credit Facility



The Company has an asset-based revolving credit facility which matures in October 2022.  The borrowing base under the credit facility is calculated based on a formula referencing the borrower’s and the subsidiary guarantors’ eligible accounts receivable, eligible inventory and eligible premium rental drill pipe less reserves.  Availability under the credit facility is the lesser of (i) the commitments, (ii) the borrowing base and (iii) the highest principal amount permitted to be secured under the indenture governing the 7 1/8% senior unsecured notes due 2021.  At December 31, 2018, the borrowing base was $249.6 million and the Company had $52.3 million of letters of credit outstanding that reduced its borrowing availability under the revolving credit facility.  The credit agreement contains various covenants, including, but not limited to, limitations on the incurrence of indebtedness, permitted investments, liens on assets, making distributions, transactions with affiliates, merger, consolidations, dispositions of assets and other provisions customary in similar types of agreements.



Senior Unsecured Notes



The Company has outstanding $500 million of 7 3/4% senior unsecured notes due September 2024.  The indenture governing the 7 3/4% senior unsecured notes due 2024 requires semi-annual interest payments on March 15 and September 15 of each year through the maturity date of September 15, 2024.



The Company also has outstanding $800 million of 7 1/8% senior unsecured notes due December 2021.  The indenture governing the 7 1/8% senior unsecured notes due 2021 requires semi-annual interest payments on June 15 and December 15 of each year through the maturity date of December 15, 2021.

   

(5) Stock-Based and Long-Term Incentive Compensation

The Company is authorized to grant restricted stock units, stock options, performance share units and other cash and stock awards as part of the Long-Term Incentive Program (LTIP).  The Compensation Committee determines the recipients of the equity awards, the type of awards made, the required performance measures, and the timing and duration of each grant.  At December 31, 2018, 5,877,000 shares of the Company’s common stock were available for future grants under the plan.



Total stock-based compensation expense and the associated tax benefits are as follows (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

Stock options

 

$

4,247 

 

$

4,289 

 

$

4,870 

Restricted stock

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

382 

Restricted stock units

 

 

19,828 

 

 

21,899 

 

 

24,762 

Performance share units

 

 

6,912 

 

 

9,740 

 

 

10,167 

Total compensation expense

 

 

30,987 

 

 

35,928 

 

 

40,181 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Related income taxes

 

 

7,189 

 

 

8,335 

 

 

14,867 

Total compensation expense, net of income taxes

 

$

23,798 

 

$

27,593 

 

$

25,314 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Total stock-based compensation expense is reflected in general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations.



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Stock Options



Stock options are granted with an exercise price equal to the market price of the Company’s common stock at the date of grant.  The stock options generally vest in equal installments over three years and expire in ten years from the grant date.  Non-vested stock options are generally forfeited upon termination of employment. 



The Company recognizes compensation expense for stock option grants based on the fair value at the date of grant using the Black-Scholes-Merton option pricing model.  The Company uses historical data, among other factors, to estimate the expected volatility and the expected life of the stock options.  The risk-free rate is based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant for the expected life of the stock option.  The dividend yield is based on our historical and projected dividend payouts.



The weighted average fair values of stock options granted and the assumptions used in estimating those fair values are as follows:





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,

 



 

2018

 

 

2017

 

 

2016

 

Weighted average fair value of stock options granted

 

$

5.61 

 

 

$

8.36 

 

 

$

3.61 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black-Scholes-Merton Assumptions:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Risk free interest rate

 

 

2.43 

%

 

 

1.96 

%

 

 

1.46 

%

Expected life (years)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volatility

 

 

51.21 

%

 

 

48.22 

%

 

 

55.72 

%

Dividend yield

 

 

 -

 

 

 

 -

 

 

 

3.28 

 



The following table summarizes stock option activity for 2018:





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Number of Options

 

Weighted Average Option Price

 

Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term (in years)

 

Aggregate Intrinsic Value
(in thousands)

Outstanding at beginning of period

 

6,138,653 

 

$

18.75 

 

5.4 

 

$

 -

Granted

 

567,967 

 

$

11.04 

 

 

 

 

 

Exercised

 

 -

 

$

 -

 

 

 

 

 

Expired

 

(271,167)

 

$

14.1 

 

 

 

 

 

Outstanding at end of period

 

6,435,453 

 

$

18.27 

 

5.0 

 

$

 -

Exercisable at end of period

 

5,022,592 

 

$

20.13 

 

4.2 

 

$

 -

Options expected to vest at end of period

 

1,412,861 

 

$

11.65 

 

8.0 

 

$

 -



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



The total intrinsic value of stock options exercised during 2018, 2017 and 2016 was $0, $0  and $0.3 million, respectively.  The Company received $0,  $0.1 million and $0.5 million during 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively, from employee stock option exercises.  The Company has reported tax benefits of $0,  $0 and $0.1 million from the exercise of stock options for 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively.



The following table summarizes non-vested stock option activity for 2018:





 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

Number of Options

 

Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value

Non-vested at beginning of period

 

 

1,748,933 

 

$

12.18 

Granted

 

 

567,967 

 

$

11.04 

Vested

 

 

(904,039)

 

$

12.3 

Non-vested at end of period

 

 

1,412,861 

 

$

8.00 



 

 

 

 

 

 



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At December 31, 2018, the unrecognized compensation expense related to non-vested stock options was $3.3 million.  The Company expects to recognize $2.2 million and $1.1 million of compensation expense associated with these options during 2019 and 2020, respectively. 



Restricted Stock Units



Restricted stock unit awards (RSUs) vest in equal annual installments over three years.  On the vesting date, each RSU is converted to one share of the Company’s common stock having an aggregate value determined by the Company’s closing stock price on the vesting date.  Holders of RSUs are not entitled to any rights of a stockholder, such as the right to vote shares.



The following table summarizes RSU activity for 2018:





 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 



 

Number of RSUs

 

Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value

Non-vested at beginning of period

 

3,192,000 

 

$

14.87 

Granted

 

2,030,896 

 

$

11.31 

Vested

 

(1,534,153)

 

$

14.26 

Forfeited

 

(266,307)

 

$

12.51 

Non-vested at end of period

 

3,422,436 

 

$

13.22 



At December 31, 2018, there was $21.0 million of unrecognized compensation expense related to unvested RSUs.  The Company expects to recognize $13.7 million, $7.0 million, and $0.3 million associated with unvested RSUs for 2019, 2020, and 2021, respectively.



Performance Share Units



The Company has issued performance share units (PSUs) to its employees as part of the Company’s LTIP.  There is a three-year performance period associated with each PSU grant.  The two performance metrics are the Company’s return on assets and total stockholder return relative to those of the Company’s pre-defined “peer group.”  The PSUs will settle in cash or a combination of cash and up to 50% of equivalent value in the Company’s common stock, at the discretion of the Compensation Committee.  At December 31, 2018, there were 320,284 PSUs outstanding (115,397,  97,044 and 107,843 related to performance periods ending December 31, 2018, 2019 and 2020, respectively).  The Company has recorded both current and long-term liabilities for this liability-based compensation award.



Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Eligible employees are allowed to purchase shares of the Company’s common stock at a discount during six-month offering periods beginning on January 1st and July 1st of each year and ending on June 30 and December 31 of each year, respectively.

The following table summarizes ESPP activity (in thousands except shares):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

Cash received for shares issued

 

$

2,625 

 

$

3,074 

 

$

3,681 

Compensation expense

 

$

463 

 

$

542 

 

$

1,492 

Shares issued

 

 

550,950 

 

 

360,465 

 

 

290,987 

 

401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan



The Company maintains a defined contribution profit sharing plan for employees who have satisfied minimum service requirements.  Employees may contribute up to 75% of their eligible earnings to the plan subject to the contribution limitations imposed by the Internal Revenue Service.  The Company provides a nondiscretionary match of 100% of an employee’s contributions to the plan, up to 4% of the employee’s salary.  The Company made contributions of $10.0 million, $8.4 million and $8.7 million 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively.



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Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plans



The Company maintains a non-qualified deferred compensation plan which allows senior management to defer up to 75% of their base salary, up to 100% of their bonus, up to 100% of the cash portion of their PSU compensation and up to 100% of the vested RSUs to the plan.   The Company also maintains a non-qualified deferred compensation plan for its non-employee directors which allows each director to defer up to 100% of their cash compensation paid by the Company and up to 100% of their vested RSUs to the plan.  Payments are made to participants based on their annual enrollment elections and plan balances. 



The following table summarizes deferred compensation balances (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

December 31,



 

Balance sheet location

 

2018

 

2017

Deferred compensation assets

 

Intangible and other long-term assets, net

 

$

13,306 

 

$

14,187 

Deferred compensation liabilities, short-term

 

Accounts payable

 

$

1,138 

 

$

1,253 

Deferred compensation liabilities, long-term

 

Other long-term liabilities

 

$

19,766 

 

$

21,085 



Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan



The Company has a supplemental executive retirement plan (SERP).  The SERP provides retirement benefits to the Company’s executive officers and certain other designated key employees.  The SERP is an unfunded, non-qualified defined contribution retirement plan, and all contributions under the plan are unfunded credits to a notional account maintained for each participant.  Under the SERP, the Company will generally make annual contributions to a retirement account based on age and years of service.  The participants in the plan receive contributions ranging from 5% to 35% of salary and annual cash bonus, which totaled $1.2 million, $0.9 million and $2.2 million during 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively.  During 2018, 2017 and 2016, the Company paid $0,  $0 and $1.4 million, respectively, to eligible participants in the SERP.

 

(6) Income Taxes



The components of loss from continuing operations before income taxes are as follows (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

Domestic

 

$

(880,988)

 

$

(336,095)

 

$

(1,097,109)

Foreign

 

 

(21,831)

 

 

(41,656)

 

 

(3,232)



 

$

(902,819)

 

$

(377,751)

 

$

(1,100,341)



The components of income tax benefit (provision) are as follows (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

Current:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Federal

 

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

(101,578)

State

 

 

2,118 

 

 

(750)

 

 

(159)

Foreign

 

 

14,856 

 

 

9,137 

 

 

19,156 



 

 

16,974 

 

 

8,387 

 

 

(82,581)

Deferred:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Federal

 

 

(68,469)

 

 

(201,768)

 

 

(179,721)

State

 

 

(4,161)

 

 

6,109 

 

 

(9,348)

Foreign

 

 

10,223 

 

 

(3,468)

 

 

4,649 



 

 

(62,407)

 

 

(199,127)

 

 

(184,420)



 

$

(45,433)

 

$

(190,740)

 

$

(267,001)



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A reconciliation of the U.S. statutory federal tax rate to the consolidated effective tax rate is as follows (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

Computed expected tax benefit 

 

$

(189,592)

 

$

(132,213)

 

$

(385,119)

Increase (decrease) resulting from

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State and foreign income taxes

 

 

10,437 

 

 

16,437 

 

 

(8,038)

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

115,253 

 

 

 -

 

 

115,725 

U.S. Tax Reform

 

 

 -

 

 

(76,529)

 

 

 -

Other

 

 

18,469 

 

 

1,565 

 

 

10,431 

Income tax benefit

 

$

(45,433)

 

$

(190,740)

 

$

(267,001)



During 2018, the Company recorded a $668.9 million reduction in value of goodwill relating to its Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments.  For tax purposes, the goodwill impairment generated a reduction to the permanent book-tax basis difference of $548.8 million and a reduction to the book-tax temporary basis difference of $102.0 million net of current year amortization expense of $18.0 million.



On December 22, 2017, U.S. Tax Reform was signed into law making significant changes to the Internal Revenue Code.  Changes include, but are not limited to, a corporate tax rate decrease from 35% to 21% effective for tax years beginning after December 31, 2017 and the transition of U.S. international taxation from a worldwide tax system to a modified territorial system.  As a result, the Company recorded a provisional income tax benefit of $76.5 million during the fourth quarter of 2017.  During 2018, the Company finalized its assessment of the impact of U.S. Tax Reform and no material adjustments were recorded. 



The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant components of deferred income tax assets and liabilities are as follows (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

Deferred tax assets:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Allowance for doubtful accounts

 

$

856 

 

$

5,717 

Operating loss and tax credit carryforwards

 

 

146,926 

 

 

118,687 

Compensation and employee benefits

 

 

38,006 

 

 

38,261 

Decommissioning liabilities

 

 

27,979 

 

 

26,875 

Other

 

 

25,331 

 

 

28,807 



 

 

239,098 

 

 

218,347 

Valuation allowance

 

 

(25,571)

 

 

(8,722)

Net deferred tax assets

 

 

213,527 

 

 

209,625 



 

 

 

 

 

 

Deferred tax liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Property, plant and equipment

 

 

146,971 

 

 

177,231 

Notes receivable

 

 

12,977 

 

 

12,977 

Goodwill and other intangible assets

 

 

38,955 

 

 

64,746 

Other

 

 

14,624 

 

 

15,729 

Deferred tax liabilities

 

 

213,527 

 

 

270,683 

Net deferred tax liability

 

$

 -

 

$

61,058 



At December 31, 2018, the Company had $222.8 million in U.S. net operating loss carryforwards, which are available to reduce future taxable income.  The expiration date for utilization of the U.S. loss carryforwards is 2037 for losses generated before 2018.  Losses generated in 2018 and later cannot be carried back and have an indefinite carryforward that is limited to 80% of taxable income.  At December 31, 2018, the Company also had various state net operating loss carryforwards with expiration dates from 2019 to 2038.    A net deferred tax asset of $24.6 million reflects the expected future tax benefit for the state loss carryforwards.  At December 31, 2018, the Company also had a U.S. foreign tax credit carryforward of $54.5 million with expiration dates from 2021 to 2028.    



The net deferred tax assets reflect management’s estimate of the amount that will be realized from future profitability and the reversal of taxable temporary differences that can be predicted with reasonable certainty.  After considering all available evidence at December

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31, 2018, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that a portion of the carryforwards would not be realized.  Accordingly, the Company increased deferred income tax expense by an additional $16.8 million in the valuation allowance.



The Company has not provided income tax expense on earnings of its foreign subsidiaries, since the Company has reinvested or expects to reinvest undistributed earnings outside the U.S. indefinitely.  At December 31, 2018, the Company’s foreign subsidiaries had an overall accumulated deficit in earnings.  The Company does not intend to repatriate the earnings of its profitable foreign subsidiaries.  The Company has not provided U.S. income taxes for such earnings, except to the extent that such earnings were previously subject to U.S. income taxes.  These earnings could become subject to U.S. income tax if repatriated.  It is not practicable to estimate the amount of taxes that might be payable on such undistributed earnings.



The U.S. Tax Reform imposes a tax on post-1986 earnings of non-U.S. affiliates that have not been repatriated for purposes of US federal income tax, with those earnings taxed at rates of 15.5% for earnings reflected by cash and cash equivalent items and 8% for other assets. The cash tax effects of this deemed repatriation can be remitted in installments over an eight-year period.  The Company made reasonable estimates of the effects and determined the impact was not material to its financial statements.



The Company files income tax returns in the U.S., including federal and various state filings, and certain foreign jurisdictions.  The number of years that are open under the statute of limitations and subject to audit varies depending on the tax jurisdiction.  The Company remains subject to U.S. federal tax examinations for years after 2017.



The Company had unrecognized tax benefits of $30.6 million, $30.7 million and $29.9 million as of December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively, all of which would impact the Company’s effective tax rate if recognized. 



The activity in unrecognized tax benefits is as follows (in thousands):







 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

Unrecognized tax benefits at beginning of period

 

$

30,656 

 

$

29,956 

 

$

29,715 

Additions based on tax positions related to prior years

 

 

1,899 

 

 

5,576 

 

 

6,874 

Reductions based on tax positions related to prior years

 

 

(1,864)

 

 

(4,671)

 

 

(3,582)

Reductions as a result of a lapse of the applicable statute of limitations

 

 

(133)

 

 

(205)

 

 

(3,051)

Unrecognized tax benefits at end of period

 

$

30,558 

 

$

30,656 

 

$

29,956 



The amounts above include accrued interest and penalties of $9.7 million, $9.7 million and $7.4 million at December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively.  The Company recorded $0, $2.2 million and $2.5 million of interest and penalties for 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively, classified as a component of income tax expense in the consolidated statements of operations.

 



 (7) Segment Information



Business Segments



The Drilling Products and Services segment rents and sells bottom hole assemblies, premium drill pipe, tubulars and specialized equipment for use with onshore and offshore oil and gas well drilling, completion, production and workover activities.  It also provides on-site accommodations and machining services.  The Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment provides pressure pumping services used to complete and stimulate production in new oil and gas wells, fluid handling services and well servicing rigs that provide a variety of well completion, workover and maintenance services.  The Production Services segment provides intervention services such as coiled tubing, cased hole and mechanical wireline, hydraulic workover and snubbing, production testing and optimization, and remedial pumping services.  The Technical Solutions segment provides services typically requiring specialized engineering, manufacturing or project planning, including well containment systems, stimulation and sand control services, well plug and abandonment services and the production and sale of oil and gas. 



The Company evaluates the performance of its reportable segments based on income or loss from operations excluding allocated corporate expenses.  The segment measure is calculated as follows: segment revenues less segment operating expenses, depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion expense and reduction in value of assets.  The Company uses this segment measure to evaluate its reportable segments because it is the measure that is most consistent with how the Company organizes and manages its business operations.  Corporate and other costs primarily include expenses related to support functions, salaries and benefits for corporate employees and stock-based compensation expense.







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Summarized financial information for the Company’s segments is as follows (in thousands):









 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2018

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

Onshore

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Drilling

 

Completion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Products and

 

and Workover

 

Production

 

Technical

 

Corporate and

 

Consolidated



 

Services

 

Services

 

Services

 

Solutions

 

Other

 

Total

Revenues

 

$

383,719 

 

$

1,057,656 

 

$

418,525 

 

$

270,365 

 

$

 -

 

$

2,130,265 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

148,019 

 

 

846,907 

 

 

342,420 

 

 

164,758 

 

 

 -

 

 

1,502,104 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  and accretion

 

 

112,111 

 

 

190,592 

 

 

66,993 

 

 

25,653 

 

 

5,499 

 

 

400,848 

General and administrative expenses

 

 

53,688 

 

 

37,170 

 

 

41,499 

 

 

57,600 

 

 

99,295 

 

 

289,252 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

 -

 

 

644,813 

 

 

92,252 

 

 

 -

 

 

2,660 

 

 

739,725 

Income (loss) from operations

 

 

69,901 

 

 

(661,826)

 

 

(124,639)

 

 

22,354 

 

 

(107,454)

 

 

(801,664)

Interest income (expense), net

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

3,915 

 

 

(103,392)

 

 

(99,477)

Other expense

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(1,678)

 

 

(1,678)

Income (loss) from continuing operations 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  before income taxes

 

$

69,901 

 

$

(661,826)

 

$

(124,639)

 

$

26,269 

 

$

(212,524)

 

$

(902,819)







 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2017

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

Onshore

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Drilling

 

Completion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Products and

 

and Workover

 

Production

 

Technical

 

Corporate and

 

Consolidated



 

Services

 

Services

 

Services

 

Solutions

 

Other

 

Total

Revenues

 

$

293,690

 

$

935,183

 

$

372,781

 

$

272,422 

 

$

 -

 

$

1,874,076 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

128,381 

 

 

791,581 

 

 

303,256 

 

 

175,477 

 

 

 -

 

 

1,398,695 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    and accretion

 

 

131,394 

 

 

193,098 

 

 

78,999 

 

 

29,506 

 

 

5,719 

 

 

438,716 

General and administrative expenses

 

 

51,265 

 

 

44,766 

 

 

48,655 

 

 

51,679 

 

 

99,142 

 

 

295,507 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

1,356 

 

 

4,684 

 

 

 -

 

 

8,115 

 

 

 -

 

 

14,155 

Income (loss) from operations

 

 

(18,706)

 

 

(98,946)

 

 

(58,129)

 

 

7,645 

 

 

(104,861)

 

 

(272,997)

Interest income (expense), net

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

3,567 

 

 

(105,022)

 

 

(101,455)

Other expense

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,299)

 

 

(3,299)

Income (loss) from continuing operations 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  before income taxes

 

$

(18,706)

 

$

(98,946)

 

$

(58,129)

 

$

11,212 

 

$

(213,182)

 

$

(377,751)



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2016

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

Onshore

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Drilling

 

Completion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Products and

 

and Workover

 

Production

 

Technical

 

Corporate and

 

Consolidated



 

Services

 

Services

 

Services

 

Solutions

 

Other

 

Total

Revenues

 

$

293,543 

 

$

523,965 

 

$

348,363 

 

$

284,176 

 

$

 -

 

$

1,450,047 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

136,719 

 

 

515,784 

 

 

276,223 

 

 

194,548 

 

 

 -

 

 

1,123,274 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  and accretion

 

 

159,937 

 

 

207,038 

 

 

93,878 

 

 

42,393 

 

 

6,725 

 

 

509,971 

General and administrative expenses

 

 

64,182 

 

 

48,837 

 

 

49,687 

 

 

65,299 

 

 

118,601 

 

 

346,606 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

48,903 

 

 

190,835 

 

 

235,067 

 

 

25,600 

 

 

 -

 

 

500,405 

Income (loss) from operations

 

 

(116,198)

 

 

(438,529)

 

 

(306,492)

 

 

(43,664)

 

 

(125,326)

 

 

(1,030,209)

Interest income (expense), net

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(1,343)

 

 

3,553 

 

 

(94,963)

 

 

(92,753)

Other expense

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

22,621 

 

 

22,621 

Income (loss) from continuing operations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  before income taxes

 

$

(116,198)

 

$

(438,529)

 

$

(307,835)

 

$

(40,111)

 

$

(197,668)

 

$

(1,100,341)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





 





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identifiable Assets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

Onshore

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Drilling

 

Completion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Products and

 

and Workover

 

Production

 

Technical

 

Corporate and

 

Consolidated



 

Services

 

Services

 

Services

 

Solutions

 

Other

 

Total

December 31, 2018

 

$

587,264 

 

$

808,037 

 

$

434,430 

 

$

340,161 

 

$

46,070 

 

$

2,215,962 

December 31, 2017

 

$

662,968 

 

$

1,501,214 

 

$

512,256 

 

$

377,549 

 

$

56,238 

 

$

3,110,225 

December 31, 2016

 

$

824,287 

 

$

1,534,008 

 

$

598,167 

 

$

439,521 

 

$

74,272 

 

$

3,470,255 









 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Capital Expenditures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

Onshore

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Drilling

 

Completion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Products and

 

and Workover

 

Production

 

Technical

 

Corporate and

 

Consolidated



 

Services

 

Services

 

Services

 

Solutions

 

Other

 

Total

December 31, 2018

 

$

46,649 

 

$

147,793 

 

$

8,651 

 

$

16,221 

 

$

2,056 

 

$

221,370 

December 31, 2017

 

$

27,219 

 

$

115,415 

 

$

7,860 

 

$

13,296 

 

$

1,143 

 

$

164,933 

December 31, 2016

 

$

35,413 

 

$

20,094 

 

$

20,848 

 

$

3,829 

 

$

364 

 

$

80,548 





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Geographic Segments



The Company attributes revenue to various countries based on the location where services are performed or the destination of the drilling products or equipment sold or rented.  Long-lived assets consist primarily of property, plant and equipment and are attributed to various countries based on the physical location of the asset at the end of a period.  The Company’s revenue attributed to the U.S. and to other countries and the value of its long-lived assets by those locations is as follows (in thousands): 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenues

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

2017

 

2016

United States

 

$

1,788,478 

 

$

1,566,260 

 

$

1,080,513 

Other countries

 

 

341,787 

 

 

307,816 

 

 

369,534 

Total

 

$

2,130,265 

 

$

1,874,076 

 

$

1,450,047 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long-Lived Assets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

December 31,

 

 

 



 

2018

 

2017

 

 

United States

 

$

903,520 

 

$

1,064,823 

 

 

 

Other countries

 

 

205,606 

 

 

252,121 

 

 

 

Total

 

$

1,109,126 

 

$

1,316,944 

 

 

 

 



(8) Fair Value Measurements



Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or the price paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.  Inputs used in determining fair value are characterized according to a hierarchy that prioritizes those inputs based on the degree to which they are observable.  The three input levels of the fair value hierarchy are as follows:



Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities;



Level 2: Observable inputs other than those included in Level 1, such as quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in inactive markets or model-derived valuations or other inputs that can be corroborated by observable market data; and



Level 3: Unobservable inputs reflecting management’s own assumptions about the inputs used in pricing the asset or liability.



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The following tables provide a summary of the financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis (in thousands): 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 



 

Fair Value at December 31, 2018



 

Level 1

 

Level 2

 

Level 3

 

Total

Intangible and other long-term assets, net:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-qualified deferred compensation assets

 

$

376 

 

$

12,930 

 

$

 -

 

$

13,306 

Accounts payable:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-qualified deferred compensation liabilities

 

$

 -

 

$

1,138 

 

$

 -

 

$

1,138 

Other long-term liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-qualified deferred compensation liabilities

 

$

 -

 

$

19,766 

 

$

 -

 

$

19,766 

Total debt

 

$

1,084,711 

 

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

1,084,711 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Fair Value at December 31, 2017



 

Level 1

 

Level 2

 

Level 3

 

Total

Intangible and other long-term assets, net:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-qualified deferred compensation assets

 

$

370 

 

$

13,817 

 

$

 -

 

$

14,187 

Accounts payable:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-qualified deferred compensation liabilities

 

$

 -

 

$

1,253 

 

$

 -

 

$

1,253 

Other long-term liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-qualified deferred compensation liabilities

 

$

 -

 

$

21,085 

 

$

 -

 

$

21,085 

Total debt

 

$

1,346,985 

 

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

1,346,985 



The Company’s non-qualified deferred compensation plans allow officers, certain highly compensated employees and non-employee directors to defer receipt of a portion of their compensation and contribute such amounts to one or more hypothetical investment funds (see note 5).  The Company entered into separate trust agreements, subject to general creditors, to segregate assets of each plan and reports the accounts of the trusts in its consolidated financial statements.  These investments are reported at fair value based on unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identifiable assets and observable inputs for similar assets and liabilities, which represent Levels 1 and 2, respectively, in the fair value hierarchy. 

The carrying amount of cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses, as reflected in the consolidated balance sheets, approximates fair value due to the short maturities.  The fair value of the debt instruments is determined by reference to the market value of the instrument as quoted in an over-the-counter market.



The following table reflects the fair value measurements used in testing the impairment of long-lived assets and goodwill (in thousands):







 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Years Ended December 31, 2018



 

Impairment

 

Fair Value

Property, plant and equipment, net

 

$

49,198 

 

$

65,441 

Goodwill

 

$

668,838 

 

$

 -

Intangible assets

 

$

21,689 

 

$

 -



 

 

 

 

 

 

Fair value is measured as of the impairment date using Level 3 inputs.  See note 10 for discussion of reduction in value of assets recorded during 2018.



 (9) Commitments and Contingencies

The Company leases most of its office, service and assembly facilities under operating leases.  In addition, the Company also leases certain assets used in providing services under operating leases.  The leases expire at various dates over an extended period of time.  For 2018, total operating lease expense, which includes short-term and variable lease expenses, was $53.9 million.  For 2017 and 2016, total rent expense was $15.3 million and $24.1 million, respectively.  Future minimum lease payments under long-term leases for the five years ending December 31, 2019 through 2023 and thereafter are as follows:  $30.8 million, $24.3 million, $16.6 million, $9.8 million and $6.9 million, respectively.



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Due to the nature of the Company’s business, the Company is involved, from time to time, in routine litigation or subject to disputes or claims regarding its business activities.  Legal costs related to these matters are expensed as incurred.  However, based on current circumstances, the Company does not believe that the ultimate resolution of these proceedings, after considering available defenses and any insurance coverage or indemnification rights, will have a material adverse effect on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows. 

(10) Reduction in Value of Assets



During 2018, 2017 and 2016, the Company recorded $739.7 million, $14.2 million and $500.4 million in expense related to reduction in value of assets, respectively.  The components of the reductions in value of assets are as follows (in thousands):







 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Years ended December 31,



 

2018

 

 

2017

 

2016

Reduction in value of goodwill

$

668,838 

 

$

 -

 

$

330,500 

Reduction in value of long-lived assets

 

70,887 

 

 

14,155 

 

 

143,803 

Retirements of long-lived assets

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

26,102 

Total reduction in value of assets

$

739,725 

 

$

14,155 

 

$

500,405 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Reduction in Value of Goodwill



During 2018, the Company recorded a $668.9 million reduction in value of goodwill relating to its Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments.  The Company determined that the fair value of its goodwill for the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment was less than its carrying value and fully wrote-off the goodwill balance of $583.6 million.  In addition, the Company determined that the fair value of its goodwill for the Production Services segment was less than its carrying value and fully wrote-off the goodwill balance of $85.3 million.

 

During 2016, the Company recorded a $330.5 million reduction in value of goodwill relating to its Onshore Completion and Workover Services and Production Services segments.  The Company determined that the implied fair value of its goodwill for the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment was less than its carrying value and recorded a $140.0 million impairment of the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment’s goodwill.  In addition, the Company determined that the implied fair value of its goodwill for the Production Services segment was less than its carrying value and recorded a $190.5 million impairment of the Production Services segment’s goodwill. 

 

Reduction in Value of Long-Lived Assets



During 2018, the Company recorded $70.8 million in connection with the reduction in value of its long-lived assets.  The reduction in value of assets was comprised of $41.4 million and $19.8 million related to property, plant and equipment and intangibles, respectively, in the well servicing rigs business in the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment and $5.1 million related to property, plant and equipment and $1.9 million related to intangibles in the Production Services segment.  The reduction in value of assets recorded during 2018 was primarily driven by the decline in demand for these services and the forecast did not indicate a timely recovery sufficient to support the carrying values of these assets.  In addition, the Company recorded a $2.6 million reduction in carrying value of its former corporate facility and its related assets.



During 2017, the Company recorded $14.2 million in connection with the reduction in value of its long-lived assets.  The reduction in value of assets was comprised of $8.1 million related to property, plant and equipment in the Technical Solutions segment and $6.1 million related to property, plant and equipment primarily in the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment.



During 2016, the Company recorded $143.8 million in connection with the reduction in value of its long-lived assets.  The reduction in value of assets was comprised of $4.9 million related to equipment and $45.9 million related to intangibles in the fluid management business in the Onshore Completion and Workover Services segment and $21.4 million related to equipment and $21.0 million related to intangibles, primarily relating to the cementing business in the Production Services segment.  Also, the Company recorded $25.0 million related to the reduction in carrying values of certain accommodation units included in the Drilling Products and Services segment.  In addition, the Company recorded $25.6 million related to the reduction in carrying values of the marine vessels and equipment in the conventional decommissioning division in its Technical Solutions segment.  The reduction in value of assets recorded during 2016 was primarily driven by the decline in demand for these services.



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Retirements of Long-Lived Assets



During 2016, the Company recorded $26.1 million, primarily in the Drilling Products and Services segment, for retirement and abandonment of excess and inoperable and/or functionally obsolete long-lived assets that would require a significant cost to refurbish. 

 

(11) Discontinued Operations



During 2018, the remaining marine vessels and equipment of the Company’s former subsea construction business were disposed of, resulting in a $0.8 million loss on sale.  Loss from discontinued operations for 2018, 2017 and 2016 was $0.7 million, $18.9 million and $53.6 million, respectively.



The following summarizes the assets and liabilities related to the business reported as discontinued operations (in thousands):





 

 



 

 



December 31, 2017

Current assets

$

3,144 

Property, plant and equipment, net

 

10,500 

Total assets

$

13,644 

Current liabilities

$

6,463 

 

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(12) Supplemental Guarantor Information



SESI, L.L.C. (the Issuer), a 100% owned subsidiary of Superior Energy Services, Inc. (Parent), has $500 million of 7 3/4% senior unsecured notes due 2024. The Parent, along with certain of its 100% owned domestic subsidiaries, fully and unconditionally guaranteed the senior unsecured notes, and such guarantees are joint and several.











 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets

December 31, 2018

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Assets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current assets:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

 -

 

$

102,224 

 

$

707 

 

$

55,119 

 

$

 -

 

$

158,050 

Accounts receivable, net

 

 

 -

 

 

160 

 

 

367,497 

 

 

79,696 

 

 

 -

 

 

447,353 

Intercompany accounts receivable

 

 

 -

 

 

12,279 

 

 

74,906 

 

 

3,489 

 

 

(90,674)

 

 

 -

Other current assets

 

 

 -

 

 

12,805 

 

 

111,560 

 

 

43,137 

 

 

 -

 

 

167,502 

Total current assets

 

 

 -

 

 

127,468 

 

 

554,670 

 

 

181,441 

 

 

(90,674)

 

 

772,905 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Property, plant and equipment, net

 

 

 -

 

 

10,129 

 

 

920,978 

 

 

178,019 

 

 

 -

 

 

1,109,126 

Goodwill

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

80,544 

 

 

56,244 

 

 

 -

 

 

136,788 

Notes receivable

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

63,993 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

63,993 

Long-term intercompany accounts receivable

 

 

2,243,431 

 

 

 -

 

 

1,991,912 

 

 

182,284 

 

 

(4,417,627)

 

 

 -

Equity investments of consolidated subsidiaries

 

 

(1,952,647)

 

 

3,754,887 

 

 

5,992 

 

 

 -

 

 

(1,808,232)

 

 

 -

Restricted cash

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

5,653 

 

 

45 

 

 

 -

 

 

5,698 

Intangible and other long-term assets, net

 

 

 -

 

 

19,255 

 

 

100,847 

 

 

7,350 

 

 

 -

 

 

127,452 

Total assets

 

$

290,784 

 

$

3,911,739 

 

$

3,724,589 

 

$

605,383 

 

$

(6,316,533)

 

$

2,215,962 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts payable

 

$

 -

 

$

8,807 

 

$

109,903 

 

$

20,615 

 

$

 -

 

$

139,325 

Accrued expenses

 

 

45 

 

 

102,845 

 

 

86,926 

 

 

29,364 

 

 

 -

 

 

219,180 

Income taxes payable

 

 

 -

 

 

1,237 

 

 

 -

 

 

(503)

 

 

 -

 

 

734 

Intercompany accounts payable

 

 

 -

 

 

724 

 

 

6,869 

 

 

83,081 

 

 

(90,674)

 

 

 -

Current portion of decommissioning liabilities

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

3,538 

 

 

 -

 

 

3,538 

       Total current liabilities

 

 

45 

 

 

113,613 

 

 

203,698 

 

 

136,095 

 

 

(90,674)

 

 

362,777 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Decommissioning liabilities

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

126,558 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

126,558 

Long-term debt, net

 

 

 -

 

 

1,282,921 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

1,282,921 

Long-term intercompany accounts payable

 

 

 -

 

 

4,417,627 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(4,417,627)

 

 

 -

Other long-term liabilities

 

 

 -

 

 

50,225 

 

 

76,543 

 

 

26,199 

 

 

 -

 

 

152,967 

Total stockholders' equity (deficit)

 

 

290,739 

 

 

(1,952,647)

 

 

3,317,790 

 

 

443,089 

 

 

(1,808,232)

 

 

290,739 

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

 

$

290,784 

 

$

3,911,739 

 

$

3,724,589 

 

$

605,383 

 

$

(6,316,533)

 

$

2,215,962 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 







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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheets

December 31, 2017

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Assets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current assets:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

 -

 

$

126,533 

 

$

440 

 

$

45,027 

 

$

 -

 

$

172,000 

Accounts receivable, net

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

332,402 

 

 

70,889 

 

 

(5,235)

 

 

398,056 

Income taxes receivable

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(221)

 

 

1,180 

 

 

 -

 

 

959 

Intercompany accounts receivable

 

 

 -

 

 

6,460 

 

 

58,375 

 

 

5,865 

 

 

(70,700)

 

 

 -

Other current assets

 

 

 -

 

 

11,895 

 

 

129,970 

 

 

34,295 

 

 

 -

 

 

176,160 

Assets held for sale

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

13,644 

 

 

 -

 

 

13,644 

Total current assets

 

 

 -

 

 

144,888 

 

 

520,966 

 

 

170,900 

 

 

(75,935)

 

 

760,819 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Property, plant and equipment, net

 

 

 -

 

 

12,055 

 

 

1,093,446 

 

 

211,443 

 

 

 -

 

 

1,316,944 

Goodwill

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

657,099 

 

 

150,761 

 

 

 -

 

 

807,860 

Notes receivable

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

60,149 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

60,149 

Long-term intercompany accounts receivable

 

 

2,221,697 

 

 

 -

 

 

2,032,056 

 

 

177,842 

 

 

(4,431,595)

 

 

 -

Equity investments of consolidated subsidiaries

 

 

(1,088,736)

 

 

4,481,702 

 

 

6,590 

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,399,556)

 

 

 -

Restricted cash

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

20,483 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

20,483 

Intangible and other long-term assets, net

 

 

 -

 

 

22,118 

 

 

113,632 

 

 

8,220 

 

 

 -

 

 

143,970 

Total assets

 

$

1,132,961 

 

$

4,660,763 

 

$

4,504,421 

 

$

719,166 

 

$

(7,907,086)

 

$

3,110,225 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts payable

 

$

 -

 

$

14,339 

 

$

89,714 

 

$

20,898 

 

$

(5,235)

 

$

119,716 

Accrued expenses

 

 

532 

 

 

116,767 

 

 

80,825 

 

 

23,633 

 

 

 -

 

 

221,757 

Intercompany accounts payable

 

 

 -

 

 

724 

 

 

7,918 

 

 

62,058 

 

 

(70,700)

 

 

 -

Current portion of decommissioning liabilities

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

25,670 

 

 

1,591 

 

 

 -

 

 

27,261 

Liabilities held for sale

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

6,463 

 

 

 -

 

 

6,463 

       Total current liabilities

 

 

532 

 

 

131,830 

 

 

204,127 

 

 

114,643 

 

 

(75,935)

 

 

375,197 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deferred income taxes

 

 

 -

 

 

(147,116)

 

 

205,386 

 

 

2,788 

 

 

 -

 

 

61,058 

Decommissioning liabilities

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

101,293 

 

 

1,843 

 

 

 -

 

 

103,136 

Long-term debt, net

 

 

 -

 

 

1,279,771 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

1,279,771 

Long-term intercompany accounts payable

 

 

 -

 

 

4,431,595 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(4,431,595)

 

 

 -

Other long-term liabilities

 

 

 -

 

 

53,419 

 

 

79,061 

 

 

26,154 

 

 

 -

 

 

158,634 

Total stockholders' equity (deficit)

 

 

1,132,429 

 

 

(1,088,736)

 

 

3,914,554 

 

 

573,738 

 

 

(3,399,556)

 

 

1,132,429 

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

 

$

1,132,961 

 

$

4,660,763 

 

$

4,504,421 

 

$

719,166 

 

$

(7,907,086)

 

$

3,110,225 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations

Year Ended December 31, 2018

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Revenues

 

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

1,889,751 

 

 

271,769 

 

 

(31,255)

 

$

2,130,265 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of depreciation,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

 -

 

 

(13,265)

 

 

1,355,524 

 

 

191,100 

 

 

(31,255)

 

 

1,502,104 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

accretion

 

 

 -

 

 

3,945 

 

 

351,974 

 

 

44,929 

 

 

 -

 

 

400,848 

General and administrative expenses

 

 

 -

 

 

95,725 

 

 

142,451 

 

 

51,076 

 

 

 -

 

 

289,252 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

647,441 

 

 

92,284 

 

 

 -

 

 

739,725 

Income (loss) from operations

 

 

 -

 

 

(86,405)

 

 

(607,639)

 

 

(107,620)

 

 

 -

 

 

(801,664)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other income (expense):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

 

 -

 

 

(103,594)

 

 

3,950 

 

 

167 

 

 

 -

 

 

(99,477)

Other income (expense)

 

 

 -

 

 

71 

 

 

1,014 

 

 

(2,763)

 

 

 -

 

 

(1,678)

Equity in earnings (losses) of consolidated subsidiaries

 

 

(858,115)

 

 

(707,348)

 

 

(597)

 

 

 -

 

 

1,566,060 

 

 

 -

Income (loss) from operations before income taxes

 

 

(858,115)

 

 

(897,276)

 

 

(603,272)

 

 

(110,216)

 

 

1,566,060 

 

 

(902,819)

Income taxes

 

 

 -

 

 

(39,161)

 

 

(6,554)

 

 

282 

 

 

 -

 

 

(45,433)

Net loss from continuing operations

 

 

(858,115)

 

 

(858,115)

 

 

(596,718)

 

 

(110,498)

 

 

1,566,060 

 

 

(857,386)

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income tax

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(729)

 

 

 -

 

 

(729)

Net income (loss)

 

$

(858,115)

 

$

(858,115)

 

$

(596,718)

 

$

(111,227)

 

$

1,566,060 

 

$

(858,115)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidating Statements of Comprehensive Loss

Year Ended December 31, 2018

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Net income (loss)

 

$

(858,115)

 

$

(858,115)

 

$

(596,718)

 

$

(111,227)

 

$

1,566,060 

 

$

(858,115)

Change in cumulative translation adjustment, net of tax

 

 

(5,750)

 

 

(5,750)

 

 

 -

 

 

(5,750)

 

 

11,500 

 

 

(5,750)

Comprehensive income (loss)

 

$

(863,865)

 

$

(863,865)

 

$

(596,718)

 

$

(116,977)

 

$

1,577,560 

 

$

(863,865)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations

Year Ended December 31, 2017

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Revenues

 

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

1,655,114 

 

$

234,663 

 

$

(15,701)

 

$

1,874,076 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of depreciation,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

 -

 

 

(4,123)

 

 

1,242,486 

 

 

176,033 

 

 

(15,701)

 

 

1,398,695 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

accretion

 

 

 -

 

 

4,149 

 

 

383,713 

 

 

50,854 

 

 

 -

 

 

438,716 

General and administrative expenses

 

 

 -

 

 

86,840 

 

 

152,076 

 

 

56,591 

 

 

 -

 

 

295,507 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

6,038 

 

 

8,117 

 

 

 -

 

 

14,155 

Loss from operations

 

 

 -

 

 

(86,866)

 

 

(129,199)

 

 

(56,932)

 

 

 -

 

 

(272,997)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other income (expense):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

 

 -

 

 

(105,585)

 

 

4,451 

 

 

(321)

 

 

 -

 

 

(101,455)

Other income (expense)

 

 

 -

 

 

(1,350)

 

 

202 

 

 

(2,151)

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,299)

Equity in losses of consolidated subsidiaries

 

 

(205,921)

 

 

(76,394)

 

 

(964)

 

 

 -

 

 

283,279 

 

 

 -

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes

 

 

(205,921)

 

 

(270,195)

 

 

(125,510)

 

 

(59,404)

 

 

283,279 

 

 

(377,751)

Income taxes

 

 

 -

 

 

(64,274)

 

 

(118,347)

 

 

(8,119)

 

 

 -

 

 

(190,740)

Net loss from continuing operations

 

 

(205,921)

 

 

(205,921)

 

 

(7,163)

 

 

(51,285)

 

 

283,279 

 

 

(187,011)

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income tax

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(18,910)

 

 

 -

 

 

(18,910)

Net loss

 

$

(205,921)

 

$

(205,921)

 

$

(7,163)

 

$

(70,195)

 

$

283,279 

 

$

(205,921)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidating Statements of Comprehensive Loss

Year Ended December 31, 2017

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Net loss

 

$

(205,921)

 

$

(205,921)

 

$

(7,163)

 

$

(70,195)

 

$

283,279 

 

$

(205,921)

Change in cumulative translation adjustment, net of tax

 

 

12,821 

 

 

12,821 

 

 

 -

 

 

12,821 

 

 

(25,642)

 

 

12,821 

Comprehensive loss

 

$

(193,100)

 

$

(193,100)

 

$

(7,163)

 

$

(57,374)

 

$

257,637 

 

$

(193,100)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





























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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Operations

Year Ended December 31, 2016

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Revenues

 

$

 -

 

$

 -

 

$

1,193,233 

 

$

281,310 

 

$

(24,496)

 

$

1,450,047 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of depreciation,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

 -

 

 

6,582 

 

 

944,349 

 

 

196,839 

 

 

(24,496)

 

 

1,123,274 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

accretion

 

 

 -

 

 

4,592 

 

 

452,180 

 

 

53,199 

 

 

 -

 

 

509,971 

General and administrative expenses

 

 

 -

 

 

117,781 

 

 

176,430 

 

 

52,395 

 

 

 -

 

 

346,606 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

486,976 

 

 

13,429 

 

 

 -

 

 

500,405 

Loss from operations

 

 

 -

 

 

(128,955)

 

 

(866,702)

 

 

(34,552)

 

 

 -

 

 

(1,030,209)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other income (expense):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

 

 -

 

 

(95,040)

 

 

3,425 

 

 

(1,138)

 

 

 -

 

 

(92,753)

Other income (expense)

 

 

 -

 

 

(4,345)

 

 

196 

 

 

26,770 

 

 

 -

 

 

22,621 

Equity in losses of consolidated subsidiaries

 

 

(886,899)

 

 

(738,047)

 

 

(643)

 

 

 -

 

 

1,625,589 

 

 

 -

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes

 

 

(886,899)

 

 

(966,387)

 

 

(863,724)

 

 

(8,920)

 

 

1,625,589 

 

 

(1,100,341)

Income taxes

 

 

 -

 

 

(79,488)

 

 

(189,850)

 

 

2,337 

 

 

 -

 

 

(267,001)

Net loss from continuing operations

 

 

(886,899)

 

 

(886,899)

 

 

(673,874)

 

 

(11,257)

 

 

1,625,589 

 

 

(833,340)

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income tax

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(53,559)

 

 

 -

 

 

(53,559)

Net loss

 

$

(886,899)

 

$

(886,899)

 

$

(673,874)

 

$

(64,816)

 

$

1,625,589 

 

$

(886,899)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidating Statements of Comprehensive Loss

Year Ended December 31, 2016

(in thousands)



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Net loss

 

$

(886,899)

 

$

(886,899)

 

$

(673,874)

 

$

(64,816)

 

$

1,625,589 

 

$

(886,899)

Change in cumulative translation adjustment, net of tax

 

 

(34,554)

 

 

(34,554)

 

 

 -

 

 

(34,554)

 

 

69,108 

 

 

(34,554)

Comprehensive loss

 

$

(921,453)

 

$

(921,453)

 

$

(673,874)

 

$

(99,370)

 

$

1,694,697 

 

$

(921,453)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

Year Ended December 31, 2018

(in thousands)



Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Cash flows from operating activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

$

23,866 

 

$

(2,013)

 

$

150,510 

 

$

(4,023)

 

$

(3,283)

 

$

165,057 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from investing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Payments for capital expenditures

 

 -

 

 

(2,055)

 

 

(207,640)

 

 

(11,675)

 

 

 -

 

 

(221,370)

Proceeds from sales of assets

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

20,003 

 

 

13,296 

 

 

 -

 

 

33,299 

Net cash used in investing activities

 

 -

 

 

(2,055)

 

 

(187,637)

 

 

1,621 

 

 

 -

 

 

(188,071)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from financing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intercompany dividends

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,283)

 

 

3,283 

 

 

 -

Changes in notes with affiliated companies, net

 

(21,734)

 

 

(19,787)

 

 

22,564 

 

 

18,957 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

Other

 

(2,132)

 

 

(454)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(2,586)

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

 

(23,866)

 

 

(20,241)

 

 

22,564 

 

 

15,674 

 

 

3,283 

 

 

(2,586)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,135)

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,135)

Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

 

 -

 

 

(24,309)

 

 

(14,563)

 

 

10,137 

 

 

 -

 

 

(28,735)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period

 

 -

 

 

126,533 

 

 

20,923 

 

 

45,027 

 

 

 -

 

 

192,483 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period

$

 -

 

$

102,224 

 

$

6,360 

 

$

55,164 

 

$

 -

 

$

163,748 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

Year Ended December 31, 2017

(in thousands)



Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

 

Consolidated

Cash flows from operating activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

$

26,221 

 

$

3,369 

 

$

89,739 

 

$

(22,903)

 

 

$

96,426 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from investing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Payments for capital expenditures

 

 -

 

 

(1,041)

 

 

(148,738)

 

 

(15,154)

 

 

 

(164,933)

Other

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

23,485 

 

 

4,784 

 

 

 

28,269 

Net cash used in investing activities

 

 -

 

 

(1,041)

 

 

(125,253)

 

 

(10,370)

 

 

 

(136,664)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from financing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt

 

 -

 

 

500,000 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 

500,000 

Principal payments on long-term debt

 

 -

 

 

(500,000)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 

(500,000)

Payment of debt issuance costs

 

 -

 

 

(11,967)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 

(11,967)

Changes in notes with affiliated companies, net

 

(21,163)

 

 

8,727 

 

 

4,648 

 

 

7,788 

 

 

 

 -

Other

 

(5,058)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 

(5,058)

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

 

(26,221)

 

 

(3,240)

 

 

4,648 

 

 

7,788 

 

 

 

(17,025)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

3,654 

 

 

 

3,654 

Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

 

 -

 

 

(912)

 

 

(30,866)

 

 

(21,831)

 

 

 

(53,609)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period

 

 -

 

 

127,445 

 

 

51,789 

 

 

66,858 

 

 

 

246,092 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period

$

 -

 

$

126,533 

 

$

20,923 

 

$

45,027 

 

 

$

192,483 





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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Condensed Consolidating Statements of Cash Flows

Year Ended December 31, 2016

(in thousands)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Parent

 

Issuer

 

Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Non-
Guarantor
Subsidiaries

 

Eliminations

 

Consolidated

Cash flows from operating activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

 

$

29,149 

 

$

(139,666)

 

$

248,627 

 

$

(1,091)

 

$

(75,767)

 

$

61,252 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from investing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Payments for capital expenditures

 

 

 -

 

 

(405)

 

 

(64,478)

 

 

(15,665)

 

 

 -

 

 

(80,548)

Other

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

6,501 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

6,501 

Net cash used in investing activities

 

 

 -

 

 

(405)

 

 

(57,977)

 

 

(15,665)

 

 

 -

 

 

(74,047)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from financing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proceeds from revolving credit facility

 

 

 -

 

 

325,123 

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

325,123 

Payments on revolving credit facility

 

 

 -

 

 

(325,123)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(325,123)

Payments on long-term debt

 

 

 -

 

 

(325,000)

 

 

 -

 

 

(12,576)

 

 

 -

 

 

(337,576)

Payment of debt issuance costs

 

 

 -

 

 

(2,711)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(2,711)

Intercompany dividends

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(73,017)

 

 

(2,750)

 

 

75,767 

 

 

 -

Changes in notes with affiliated companies, net

 

 

(13,956)

 

 

185,950 

 

 

(127,595)

 

 

(44,399)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

Dividends paid

 

 

(12,111)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(12,111)

Other

 

 

(3,082)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(3,082)

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

 

 

(29,149)

 

 

(141,761)

 

 

(200,612)

 

 

(59,725)

 

 

75,767 

 

 

(355,480)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

(7,959)

 

 

 -

 

 

(7,959)

Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

 

 

 -

 

 

(281,832)

 

 

(9,962)

 

 

(84,440)

 

 

 -

 

 

(376,234)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period

 

 

 -

 

 

409,277 

 

 

61,751 

 

 

151,298 

 

 

 -

 

 

622,326 

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period

 

$

 -

 

$

127,445 

 

$

51,789 

 

$

66,858 

 

$

 -

 

$

246,092 





 





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(13) Interim Financial Information (Unaudited)



The following is a summary of consolidated interim financial information (in thousands):





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

2018



 

First Quarter

 

Second Quarter

 

Third Quarter

 

Fourth Quarter

Revenues

 

$

482,318 

 

$

535,548 

 

$

573,068 

 

$

539,331 

Less:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

343,460 

 

 

369,810 

 

 

404,389 

 

 

384,445 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion

 

 

105,719 

 

 

97,973 

 

 

99,892 

 

 

97,264 

Gross profit

 

 

33,139 

 

 

67,765 

 

 

68,787 

 

 

57,622 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

739,725 

Income (loss) from continuing operations

 

 

(59,948)

 

 

(25,437)

 

 

(21,816)

 

 

(750,185)

Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax

 

 

224 

 

 

(953)

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

Net loss

 

$

(59,724)

 

$

(26,390)

 

$

(21,816)

 

$

(750,185)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loss per share from continuing operations:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic and diluted

 

$

(0.39)

 

$

(0.16)

 

$

(0.14)

 

$

(4.85)

Loss per share from discontinued operations:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic and diluted

 

$

 -

 

$

(0.01)

 

$

 -

 

$

(4.85)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

2017



 

First Quarter

 

Second Quarter

 

Third Quarter

 

Fourth Quarter

Revenues

 

$

400,936 

 

$

470,068 

 

$

506,029 

 

$

497,043 

Less:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cost of services and rentals (exclusive of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion)

 

 

321,986 

 

 

351,802 

 

 

368,279 

 

 

356,628 

Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion

 

 

114,281 

 

 

108,119 

 

 

108,751 

 

 

107,565 

Gross profit

 

 

(35,331)

 

 

10,147 

 

 

28,999 

 

 

32,850 

Reduction in value of assets

 

 

 -

 

 

 -

 

 

9,953 

 

 

4,202 

Income (loss) from continuing operations

 

 

(89,661)

 

 

(62,039)

 

 

(57,189)

 

 

21,878 

Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

 

 

(1,998)

 

 

(1,767)

 

 

(1,860)

 

 

(13,285)

Net income (loss)

 

$

(91,659)

 

$

(63,806)

 

$

(59,049)

 

$

8,593 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Income (loss) per share from continuing operations:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

$

(0.59)

 

$

(0.41)

 

$

(0.37)

 

$

0.14 

Diluted

 

 

(0.59)

 

 

(0.41)

 

 

(0.37)

 

 

0.14 

Loss per share from discontinued operations:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

$

(0.01)

 

$

(0.01)

 

$

(0.02)

 

$

(0.08)

Diluted

 

 

(0.01)

 

 

(0.01)

 

 

(0.02)

 

 

(0.08)













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Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure



None.



Item 9A. Controls and Procedures



Our management has established and maintains a system of disclosure controls and procedures to provide reasonable assurances that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is appropriately recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  In addition, the disclosure controls and procedures ensure that information required to be disclosed, accumulated and communicated to management, including our Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.  An evaluation was carried out, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our CEO and CFO, regarding the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this report.  Based on that evaluation, our CEO and CFO have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures as of December 31, 2018 were effective to provide reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed by us in reports we file with the SEC is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods required by the SEC’s rules and forms, and is accumulated and communicated to management, including our CEO and CFO, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding disclosures.  Management’s report and the independent registered public accounting firm’s attestation report are included herein under the captions “Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting” and “Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm,” and are incorporated herein by reference.



There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting during the three months ended December 31, 2018, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. 



Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting



Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over our financial reporting, and for performing an assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over our financial reporting as of December 31, 2018.  Our internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. 



Our system of internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of our assets; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of our management and directors; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.  Management recognizes that there are inherent limitations in the effectiveness of any internal control over financial reporting, including the possibility of human error and the circumvention or overriding of internal control.  Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may be inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.



Our management, including our CEO and CFO, performed an assessment of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018 based upon criteria in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO).  Based on this assessment, our management determined that as of December 31, 2018, our internal control over financial reporting was effective based on those criteria.



Our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018 has been audited by KPMG, LLP, an independent registered public accounting firm, as stated in their report which appears herein.



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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm



The Board of Directors and Stockholders

Superior Energy Services, Inc.:



Opinion on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

We have audited Superior Energy Services, Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Company”) internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. In our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. 

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the consolidated balance sheets of the Company as of December 31, 2018 and 2017, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2018, the related notes and financial statement schedule as listed in the accompanying index (collectively, the “consolidated financial statements”), and our report February 21, 2019 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated financial statements.

Basis for Opinion

The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audit also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Definition and Limitations of Internal Control over Financial Reporting

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.





/s/ KPMG LLP

Houston, Texas

February 21, 2019



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Item 9B. Other Information



None.



PART III



Item 10.  Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance



Information relating to our executive officers is included in “Executive Officers of Registrant” in Part I of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and is incorporated herein by reference.  Information relating to Our Shared Core Values at Work (Code of Conduct) that applies to all of our directors, officers and employees, including our senior financial officers, is included in Part I, Item 1 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and is incorporated herein by reference.  Other information required by this item will be contained in our definitive proxy statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A and is incorporated herein by reference.



Item 11.  Executive Compensation



Information required by this item will be contained in our definitive proxy statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A and is incorporated herein by reference.



Item 12.  Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters



Information required by this item will be contained in our definitive proxy statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A and is incorporated herein by reference.



Item 13.  Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence



Information required by this item will be contained in our definitive proxy statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A and is incorporated herein by reference.



Item 14.  Principal Accounting Fees and Services



Information required by this item will be contained in our definitive proxy statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A and is incorporated herein by reference.



PART IV



Item 15.  Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules





 

(1)

Financial Statements



 



The following financial statements are included in Part II of this Annual Report on Form 10-K:

 

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm - Audit of Financial Statements

Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2018 and 2017

Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm - Audit of Internal Control over Financial Reporting



 

(2)

Financial Statement Schedule



 



 



Schedule II – Valuation and Qualifying Accounts for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

 

All other schedules are omitted because they are not applicable or the required information is included in the consolidated financial statements or notes thereto.

 

 

 

 



 

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(3)

Exhibits



 

Exhibit No.

Description



 

3.1

Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Superior Energy Services, Inc. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed August 7, 2013 (File No. 001-34037)). 

 

3.2

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Superior Energy Services, Inc. (as amended through March 7, 2012) (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed March 12, 2012 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

4.1

Specimen Stock Certificate (incorporated herein by reference to Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Form S-4 on Form SB-2 filed January 9, 1997 (Registration Statement No. 33-94454)).

 

4.2

Indenture, dated December 6, 2011, among SESI, L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed December 12, 2011 (File No. 001-34037)), as amended by Supplemental Indenture, dated February 29, 2012, by and among SESI, L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed March 1, 2012 (File No. 001-34037)), as further amended by Supplemental Indenture dated May 7, 2012, by and among SESI, L.L.C. the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 8, 2012 (File No. 001-34037)), as further amended by Supplemental Indenture dated August 29, 2014, by and among SESI, L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed September 2, 2014 (File No. 001-34037)), as further amended by Supplemental Indenture dated August 3, 2015, by and among SESI, L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed August 4, 2015 (File No. 001-34037)) as further amended by Supplemental Indenture dated August 17, 2017, by and among SESI L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed August 17, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)), as further amended by Supplemental Indenture, dated as of October 20, 2017, by and among SESI L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed October 23, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

4.3

Indenture, dated August 17, 2017, among SESI L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed August 17, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)), as further amended by Supplemental Indenture, dated as of October 20, 2017, by and among SESI L.L.C., the guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed October 23, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.1^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2013 Employee Stock Purchase Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Appendix B to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Definitive Proxy Statement filed April 29, 2013 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.2^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. Amended and Restated Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 (File No. 001-34037)). 

 

10.3^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2005 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Appendix A to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Definitive Proxy Statement filed April 19, 2005 (File No. 333-22603)).

 

10.4^

Amended and Restated Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2004 Directors Restricted Stock Units Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Appendix B to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Definitive Proxy Statement filed April 20, 2006 (File No. 333-22603)).

 

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10.5^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.21 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009 (File No. 001-34037)), as amended by Amendment No. 1 to the Superior Energy Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan, effective as of January 1, 2009 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.21 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 (File No. 001-34037)), as further amended by Amendment No. 2 to the Superior Energy Services, Inc. Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan, effective as of March 3, 2010 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.8 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 (File No. 001-34037))

 

10.6^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2009 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 27, 2009 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.7^

Form of Stock Option Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2005 Stock Incentive Plan and the 2009 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed December 16, 2009 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.8^  

Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2011 Stock Incentive Plan  (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 26, 2011 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.9^  

Form of Stock Option Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2011 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed December 14, 2011 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.10^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. Annual Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed August 14, 2013 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.11^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. Amended and Restated 2013 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 28, 2015 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.12^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 99.1 of the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 filed May 24, 2016).

 

10.13^

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.14 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.14^

Form of Stock Option Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.15 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.15^

Form of Performance Share Unit Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.16 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.16^

Form of Performance Share Unit Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.15 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.17^*

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan.

 

10.18^*

Form of Performance Share Unit Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan.

 

10.19^*

Form of Stock Option Agreement under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan.

 

10.20^

Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units for Non-Management Directors under the Superior Energy Services, Inc. 2016 Incentive Award Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.17 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

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10.21^

Complete Production Services, Inc. Amended and Restated 2001 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.23 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed February 28, 2012 (File No. 001-34037)), as amended by Amendment No. 1 to the Complete Production Services, Inc. Amended and Restated 2001 Stock Incentive Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.24 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed February 28, 2012 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.22^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. Directors Deferred Compensation Plan, as amended and restated December 8, 2014 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.29 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed February 26, 2015 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.23^

Composite Form of Employment Agreement by and between Superior Energy Services, Inc. and its executive officers (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.19 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed February 22, 2018 (File No. 001-34037)). 

 

10.24^

Superior Energy Services, Inc. Change of Control Severance Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed December 18, 2012 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.25

Fifth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated October 20, 2017, among SESI, L.L.C., Superior Energy Services, Inc., JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and the lenders party thereto (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed October 23, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)), as amended by First Amendment to Fifth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated September 25, 2018, among SESI, L.L.C., Superior Energy Services, Inc., the guarantors party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. as administrative agent and the lenders party thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed October 23, 2018 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.26

Guaranty and Collateral Agreement, dated October 20, 2017, among SESI, LLC, Superior Energy Services, Inc., the other obligors party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed October 23, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.27

Registration Rights Agreement, dated August 17, 2017, by and among SESI, L.L.C., Superior Energy Services, Inc., the subsidiary guarantors thereto and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, as representative of the several named initial purchasers (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed August 17, 2017 (File No. 001-34037)).

 

10.28^  

Superior Energy Services, Inc. Amended and Restated Legacy CPX 2008 Incentive Award Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Superior Energy Services, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed November 8, 2012 (File No. 001-34037)). 

 

14.1*

Our Shared Core Values at Work (Code of Conduct).

 

21.1*

Subsidiaries of Superior Energy Services, Inc.

 

23.1*

Consent of KPMG LLP, independent registered public accounting firm.

 

31.1*

Officer’s certification pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

 

31.2*

Officer’s certification pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

 

32.1*

Officer’s certification pursuant to Section 1350 of Title 18 of the U.S. Code.

 

32.2*

Officer’s certification pursuant to Section 1350 of Title 18 of the U.S. Code.

 

101.INS*

XBRL Instance Document

 

101.SCH*

XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document

 

101.CAL*

XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document

 

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101.LAB*

XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document

 

101.PRE*

XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document

 

101.DEF*

XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document







 

*

Filed herein

^

Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement







Item 16.  Form 10-K Summary



None.

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SIGNATURES



Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.





 

 

 



 

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC.



 

 

 

Date:    February  21, 2019

 

 

 



 

By:

/s/ David. D. Dunlap



 

 

David D. Dunlap



 

 

President and Chief Executive Officer





Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.





 

 

 

 



 

 

Signature    

Title   

Date



 

 

/s/ David D. Dunlap

President and Chief Executive Officer

February 21, 2019

    David D. Dunlap

(Principal Executive Officer)

 



 

 

/s/ Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr.

    Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr.

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

February 21, 2019



(Principal Financial Officer)

 



 

 

/s/ James W. Spexarth

Chief Accounting Officer

February 21, 2019

James W. Spexarth

(Principal Accounting Officer)

 



 

 

/s/ Terence E. Hall

Chairman of the Board

February 21, 2019

Terence E. Hall

 

 



 

 

/s/  Harold J. Bouillion

Director

February 21, 2019

    Harold J. Bouillion

 

 



 

 

/s/ James M. Funk

Director

February 21, 2019

    James M. Funk

 

 



 

 

/s/ Peter D. Kinnear

Director

February 21, 2019

    Peter D. Kinnear

 

 



 

 

/s/ Janiece M. Longoria

Director

February 21, 2019

    Janiece M. Longoria

 

 



 

 

/s/ Michael M. McShane

Director

February 21, 2019

    Michael M. McShane

 

 



 

 

/s/ W. Matt Ralls 

Director

February 21, 2019

    W. Matt Ralls

 

 



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SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Schedule II Valuation and Qualifying Accounts

Years Ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016

(in thousands)







 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

Balance at the

 

Charged to

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

beginning of

 

costs and

 

 

 

 

Balance at the

Description

 

the year

 

expenses

 

Deductions

 

end of the year



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2018

Allowance for doubtful accounts

 

$

29,037 

 

$

3,569 

 

$

20,526 

 

$

12,080 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2017

Allowance for doubtful accounts

 

$

29,740 

 

$

4,254 

 

$

4,957 

 

$

29,037 




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2016

Allowance for doubtful accounts

 

$

28,242 

 

$

7,825 

 

$

6,327 

 

$

29,740 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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Exhibit 1017

Exhibit 10.17

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERICES, INC.

RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT

 

This RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is by and between Superior Energy Services, Inc. (“Superior”) and <<ParticipantName>> (the “Award Recipient”).

 

WHEREAS, Superior maintains the 2016 Incentive Award Plan (the “Plan”), under which the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Superior (the “Committee”) may, directly or indirectly, among other things, grant restricted stock units payable in shares of Superior’s common stock, $.001 par value per share (the “Common Stock”), to key employees of Superior or its subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”); and

 

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Plan the Committee has awarded to the Award Recipient restricted stock units on the terms and conditions specified below;

 

NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:



1.    AWARD OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS



1.1    On <<GrantDate>> (the “Date of Grant”), and upon the terms and conditions of the Plan and this Agreement, and in consideration of services rendered, Superior awarded to the Award Recipient <<NumberOfAwardsGranted>> restricted stock units (the “RSUs”), that vest, subject to Sections 2 and 4 hereof, in annual installments (disregarding any fractional share) as follows:



SS

 

 



 

 

Scheduled Vesting Date

 

Amount of Shares To Vest

January 15, 2020

 

33%

January 15, 2021

 

33%

January 15, 2022

 

Remaining balance



2.    TERMS OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS

 

2.1    Each RSU represents the right to receive from Superior, upon vesting, one share of Common Stock, free of any restrictions and all Related Credits credited to the Award Recipient’s Dividend Equivalent Account (as such terms are defined in Section 3.1) with respect to such RSU. 

 

2.2    Neither the RSUs nor the right to receive Related Credits may be sold, assigned, donated, transferred, exchanged, pledged, hypothecated or otherwise encumbered. The Award Recipient shall have no rights, including but not limited to, voting and dividend rights, in the shares of Common Stock underlying the RSUs unless and until such shares are issued to the Award Recipient, or as otherwise provided in this Agreement.

 

2.3    If the RSUs have not already vested in accordance with Section 1.1 above, the RSUs shall vest on the earlier of: (a) the date on which the employment of the Award Recipient terminates as


 

 

the result of death or disability (within the meaning of Section 22(e)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”)), (b) if permitted by the Committee and subject to any additional restrictions the Committee may impose, retirement or termination by the Company, or (c) upon the occurrence of a Qualifying Termination (as such term is defined in the Superior Energy Services, Inc. Change of Control Severance Plan) that occurs after the date of a Change of Control (as defined in the Plan). Unless the Committee determines otherwise in the case of retirement of the Award Recipient or termination by the Company of the Award Recipient’s employment, termination of employment for any other reason, except termination upon a Change of Control, shall automatically result in the termination and forfeiture of all unvested RSUs.



3.    DIVIDEND EQUIVALENTS; ISSUANCE OF SHARES UPON VESTING

 

3.1    From and after the Date of Grant of an RSU until the settlement of the RSU in accordance with Section 3.2 below, the Award Recipient shall be credited, as of the payment date therefor, with (a) the amount of any cash dividends and (b) the amount equal to the Fair Market Value of any shares of Common Stock, securities, or other property distributed or distributable in respect of one share of Common Stock to which the Award Recipient would have been entitled had the Award Recipient been a record holder of one share of Common Stock for each RSU at all times from the Date of Grant of such RSU to such issuance date (collectively, the “Related Credits”). All such Related Credits shall be made notionally to a dividend equivalent account (a “Dividend Equivalent Account”) established for the Award Recipient with respect to all RSUs granted on the same date. All such Related Credits shall vest or be forfeited at the same time and on the same terms as the RSUs to which they relate. 

 

3.2    As soon as practicable after the vesting of the RSUs, but no later than 30 days from such date, Superior will (i) credit the Award Recipient’s brokerage account with the shares of Common Stock subject to such RSUs and (ii) will pay the Award Recipient the cash value of any Related Credits applicable to such RSUs.  If the RSUs have vested in connection with a Change of Control under Section 2.3, and the event constituting the Change of Control does not qualify as a change in the ownership of the Company, a change in the effective control of the Company or a change in the ownership of a substantial portion of the assets of the Company under Section 409A of the Code and any related implementing regulations or guidance (“Section 409A”), then settlement of the RSUs and distribution of the shares of Common Stock or other property and any Related Credits shall be delayed until the applicable vesting date set forth in Section 1.1 or such earlier time as settlement would be permissible under Section 409A.  If the Award Recipient has not established a brokerage account, the shares and any cash payment due will be held by Superior’s transfer agent until such time as the Award Recipient opens an account.

 

3.3    Upon issuance of such shares of Common Stock, the Award Recipient is free to hold or dispose of such shares, subject to applicable securities laws and any internal Company policy then in effect and applicable to the Award Recipient, such as Superior’s Insider Trading Policy and Executive Stock Ownership Guidelines.



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4.    FORFEITURE OF AWARD



4.1    If the Award Recipient engages in grossly negligent conduct or intentional misconduct that either (i) requires the Company’s financial statements to be restated at any time beginning on the Date of Grant and ending on the third anniversary of the end of the final vesting date set forth in Section 1.1 or (ii) results in an increase of the value of the RSUs upon vesting, then the Committee, after considering the costs and benefits to the Company of doing so, may seek recovery for the benefit of the Company of the difference between the shares of Common Stock received upon vesting during the three-year period following such conduct and the shares of Common Stock that would have been received based on the restated financial statements or absent the increase described in part (ii) above (the “Excess Shares”).  All determinations regarding the amount of the Excess Shares shall be made solely by the Committee in good faith.

 

4.2    The RSUs granted hereunder are also subject to any clawback policies the Company may adopt in order to conform to the requirements of Section 954 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and any resulting rules issued by the SEC or national securities exchanges thereunder.

 

4.3    If the Committee determines that the Award Recipient owes any amount to the Company under Sections 4.1 or 4.2 above, the Award Recipient shall return to the Company the Excess Shares (or the shares recoverable under Section 4.2) acquired by the Award Recipient pursuant to this Agreement (or other securities into which such shares have been converted or exchanged) or, if no longer held by the Award Recipient, the Award Recipient shall pay to the Company, without interest, all cash, securities and other assets received by the Award Recipient upon the sale or transfer of such shares.  The Award Recipient acknowledges that the Company may, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, deduct such amount owed from any amounts the Company owes the Award Recipient from time to time for any reason (including without limitation amounts owed to the Award Recipient as salary, wages, reimbursements or other compensation, fringe benefits, retirement benefits or vacation pay). Whether or not the Company elects to make any such set-off in whole or in part, if the Company does not recover by means of set-off the full amount the Award Recipient owes it, the Award Recipient hereby agrees to pay immediately the unpaid balance to the Company.

 

5.    WITHHOLDING TAXES; SECTION 409A

 

5.1    At the time that all or any portion of the RSUs vest, the Award Recipient must deliver to Superior the amount of income tax withholding required by law. In accordance with and subject to the terms of the Plan, the Award Recipient may satisfy the tax withholding obligation in whole or in part by delivering currently owned shares of Common Stock or by electing to have Superior withhold from the shares the Award Recipient otherwise would receive upon vesting of the RSUs shares of Common Stock having a Fair Market Value equal to the minimum amount required to be withheld (as determined under the Plan).

 

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5.2    It is intended that the payments and benefits provided under this Agreement will comply with the requirements of Section 409A or an exemption there from.  This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed, administered, and governed in a manner that effects such intent.  No acceleration of the settlement of RSUs shall be permitted unless permitted under Section 409A.



6.    ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS

 

Anything in this Agreement to the contrary notwithstanding, if at any time Superior further determines, in its sole discretion, that the listing, registration or qualification (or any updating of any such document) of the shares of Common Stock issuable pursuant hereto is necessary on any securities exchange or under any federal or state securities or blue sky law, or that the consent or approval of any governmental regulatory body is necessary or desirable as a condition of, or in connection with the issuance of shares of Common Stock pursuant hereto, such shares of Common Stock shall not be issued, in whole or in part, or the restrictions thereon removed, unless such listing, registration, qualification, consent or approval shall have been effected or obtained free of any conditions not acceptable to Superior. Superior agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to issue all shares of Common Stock issuable hereunder on the terms provided herein.



7.    NO CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT INTENDED



Nothing in this Agreement shall confer upon the Award Recipient any right to continue in the employment of the Company, or to interfere in any way with the right of the Company to terminate the Award Recipient’s employment relationship with the Company at any time.



8.    BINDING EFFECT



This Agreement may not be transferred, assigned pledged or hypothecated in any manner or law or otherwise, other than by will or by the laws of descent and distribution, and shall not be subject to execution, attachment or similar process.  This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives and permitted successors. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, whenever the term “Award Recipient” is used in any provision of this Agreement under circumstances where the provision appropriately applies to the heirs, executors, administrators or legal representatives to whom this award may be transferred by will or by the laws of descent and distribution, the term “Award Recipient” shall be deemed to include such person or persons.



9.    INCONSISTENT PROVISIONS



The RSUs granted hereby are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other provisions of the Plan as fully as if all such provisions were set forth in their entirety in this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement conflicts with a provision of the Plan, the Plan provision shall control. The Award Recipient acknowledges that a copy of the Plan and a prospectus summarizing the Plan was distributed or made available to the Award Recipient and that the Award Recipient was

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advised to review such materials prior to entering into this Agreement. The Award Recipient waives the right to claim that the provisions of the Plan are not binding upon the Award Recipient and the Award Recipient’s heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives and successors.



10.GOVERNING LAW



This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware.  For purposes of litigating any dispute that arises directly or indirectly from the relationship of the parties evidenced by the grant of RSUs or this Agreement, the parties hereby submit to and consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Harris County, Texas, or the federal courts for the United States for the Southern District of Texas, and no other courts, where this grant is made and/or to be performed.



11.SEVERABILITY



If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, shall at any time or to any extent be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect as written, the Award Recipient and Superior intend for any court construing this Agreement to modify or limit such provision so as to render it valid and enforceable to the fullest extent allowed by law. Any such provision that is not susceptible of such reformation shall be ignored so as to not affect any other term or provision hereof, and the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such term or provision to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid, illegal or unenforceable, shall not be affected thereby and each term and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law.



12.    ENTIRE AGREEMENT; MODIFICATION; WAIVER



The Plan and this Agreement contain the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained herein and may not be modified, except as provided in the Plan, as it may be amended from time to time in the manner provided therein, or in this Agreement, as it may be amended from time to time by a written document signed by each of the parties hereto. Any oral or written agreements, representations, warranties, written inducements, or other communications with respect to the subject matter contained herein made prior to the execution of the Agreement shall be void and ineffective for all purposes. The Award Recipient acknowledges that a waiver by Superior of breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any other provision of this Agreement, or of any subsequent breach by the Award Recipient or any other Plan participant.



13.    ELECTRONIC DELIVERY; ACCEPTANCE OF AGREEMENT



13.1    Superior may, in its sole discretion, deliver any documents related to the Award Recipient’s current or future participation in the Plan by electronic means or request the Award Recipient’s consent to participate in the Plan by electronic means. By accepting the terms of this Agreement,

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the Award Recipient hereby consents to receive such documents by electronic delivery and agrees to participate in the Plan through an on-line or electronic system established and maintained by Superior or a third party designated by Superior.



13.2    The Award Recipient must expressly accept the terms and conditions of this Agreement by electronically accepting this Agreement in a timely manner.  If the Award Recipient does not accept the terms of this Agreement, this award of RSUs is subject to cancellation.



* * * ** * * * * * * * *



By clicking the “Accept” button, the Award Recipient represents that he or she is familiar with the terms and provisions of the Plan, and hereby accepts this Agreement subject to all of the terms and provisions thereof. The Award Recipient has reviewed the Plan and this Agreement in their entirety and fully understands all provisions of this Agreement. The Award Recipient agrees to accept as binding, conclusive and final all decisions or interpretations of the Committee upon any questions arising under the Plan or this Agreement.



<<ElectronicSignature>>



<<AcceptanceDate>>



PLEASE PRINT AND KEEP A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS

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Exhibit 1018

Exhibit 10.18

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC.

PERFORMANCE SHARE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT



This PERFORMANCE SHARE UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is by and between Superior Energy Services, Inc. (“Superior”) and <<Participant Name>> (the “Participant”).



WHEREAS, Superior has adopted the 2016 Incentive Award Plan (the “Plan”), under which the Compensation Committee (the “Committee”) of the Board of Directors of Superior, or its delegee, may, among other things, grant awards of performance share units payable in cash, or a combination of cash and shares of Superior common stock, $.001 par value per share (the “Common Stock”), to officers and key employees of Superior or its subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”); and



WHEREAS, the Committee believes that entering into this Agreement with the Participant is consistent with the purpose for which the Plan was adopted.



NOW, THEREFORE, Superior and the Participant hereby agree as follows:



Section 1.    The Plan. The Plan, a copy of which has been made available to the Participant, is incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement as if fully set forth herein. This Agreement uses a number of defined terms that are defined in the Plan or in the body of this Agreement. These defined terms are capitalized wherever they are used.



Section 2.    Award.



(a)    On <<Grant Date>> (the “Date of Grant”), Superior granted to the Participant an Other Stock Based Award consisting of <<Number  of Awards Granted>> performance share units (the “Units”), subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.



(b)    Depending on the Company’s achievement of the performance goals specified in Section 2(c) during the three-year period beginning January 1, 2019 and ending December 31, 2021 (the “Performance Period”), the Participant shall be entitled to a payment equal to the value of the Units determined pursuant to Section 2(d) if, except as otherwise provided in Section 3, he remains actively employed with the Company through the end of the Performance Period.



(c)    The amount paid with respect to the Units shall be based upon the Company’s achievement of the following performance criteria as determined by the Committee: return on assets relative to the return on assets of the Company’s “Peer Group” listed on Schedule A attached hereto (“Relative ROA”); and the Company’s total shareholder return relative to the total shareholder return of the Company’s “Peer Group” listed on Schedule A attached hereto (“Relative TSR”) in accordance with the following matrix:


 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Relative ROA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Performance

Performance Level Compared to Peer Group

 

Percentage(%)

 

 

 

 

Below 25th Percentile

 

 

%

Threshold

 

25th Percentile

 

 

25 

%

Target

 

50th Percentile

 

 

50 

%

Maximum

 

75th Percentile or above

 

 

100 

%



 

 

Relative TSR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Performance

Performance Level Compared to Peer Group

 

Percentage(%)

 

 

 

 

Below 25th Percentile

 

 

%

Threshold

 

25th Percentile

 

 

25 

%

Target

 

50th Percentile

 

 

50 

%

Maximum

 

75th Percentile or above

 

 

100 

%



(i)    Return on assets with respect to the Company or any other company in the peer group shall be calculated as (A) the sum of the Company’s income from continuing operations before income taxes and depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion, divided by (B) the sum of the Company’s total assets plus accumulated depreciation and depletion, less goodwill and other intangible assets, investment in unconsolidated companies and non-interest bearing current liabilities.



(ii)    Total shareholder return as applied to the Company or any company in the peer group means stock price appreciation from the beginning to the end of the Performance Period, including monthly reinvestment of dividends and distributions paid during the Performance Period.



(iii)    The Committee shall adjust the performance criteria in Section 2(c)(i) with respect to the Company or any other company in the peer group for any year during the Performance Period, to recognize (A) the effect of accounting changes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, (B) the impact of changes to international, federal and state tax laws, and (C) unusual or non-recurring transactions or events during the Performance Period, including those arising from the acquisition or disposition of assets, impairments or costs associated with exit or disposal activities or material impairments that are reported on a Form 8-K or other periodic report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.



(d)    The amount payable to the Participant pursuant to this Agreement shall be an amount equal to the number of Units awarded to the Participant multiplied by the product of (i) $100 and (ii) the sum of the Performance Percentages set forth above for the level of achievement of each of the performance criteria set forth in Section 2(c). By way of example, if the Company reached the 25th percentile in Relative ROA and the 50th percentile in Relative TSR, the sum of the Performance Percentages would be 75% and the amount payable with respect to each Unit would be $75. If Relative ROA reached the 75th percentile but Relative TSR was below the 25th percentile,

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the sum of the Performance Percentages would be 100% and the amount payable with respect to each Unit would be $100. Performance results between the threshold, target and maximum levels will be calculated on a pro rata basis. The maximum payout for each Unit is $200.



(e)    Except as provided in Section 3(b), payment of amounts due under the Units shall be made on March 31,  2022. Any amount paid in respect of the Units shall be payable in such combination of cash and Common Stock (with the Common Stock valued at its Fair Market Value) as determined by the Committee in its sole discretion; provided, however, that no more than fifty percent (50%) of the payment may be made in Common Stock. Prior to any payments under this Agreement, the Committee shall certify in writing, by resolution or otherwise, the amount to be paid in respect of the Units as a result of the achievement of Relative ROA and Relative TSR. The Committee retains discretion to decrease the amount payable to the Participant if it deems appropriate, but shall not increase the amount payable to the Participant to an amount that is higher than the amount payable under the formula described herein.



Section 3.    Early Termination without Change of Control;  Termination with Change of Control.



(a)    Early Termination without Change of ControlIn the event of the Participant’s termination of employment without a Change of Control (as defined in the Plan) prior to the end of the Performance Period due to (i) any reason other than voluntary termination by the Participant (other than as permitted under Section 3(a)(iv)) or cause as determined by the Committee in its sole discretion, (ii) death, (iii) disability (within the meaning of Section 22(e)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”)), or (iv) Retirement (as hereinafter defined), the Participant shall forfeit as of the date of termination a number of Units determined by multiplying the number of Units by a fraction, the numerator of which is the number of full months following the date of termination, death, disability or Retirement to the end of the Performance Period and the denominator of which is thirty six (36). The Committee shall determine the number of Units forfeited and the amount to be paid to the Participant or his beneficiary in accordance with Section 2(e) based on the performance criteria for the entire Performance Period. As used herein, “Retirement” is defined as the voluntary termination of employment at or after age 55 with at least five years of service.



(b)    Termination with a Change of Control.    In the event of a Change of Control and (i) termination of the Participant’s employment under any of the circumstances described in Section 3(a) or (ii) a Qualifying Termination (as defined in the Superior Energy Services, Inc. Change of Control Severance Plan) after the date of a Change of Control,  the Participant shall be deemed to have achieved the maximum level for Relative ROA and Relative TSR in accordance with the terms of the Plan.  Payment shall be made to the Participant as soon as administratively practical following the date of such termination



Section 4.    Forfeiture of Award.



(a)    If the Participant engages in grossly negligent conduct or intentional misconduct that either (i) requires the Company’s financial statements to be restated at any time beginning on the Date of Grant and ending on the third anniversary of the end of the Performance Period or (ii) results in an increase of the value of the Participant’s Units, then the Committee, after considering the costs and benefits to the Company of doing so, may seek recovery for the benefit

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of the Company of the after-tax portion of the difference between the value of the Units received by the Participant during the three-year period following such conduct and the value of the Units that would have been received based on the restated financial statements or absent the increase described in part (ii) above (the “Excess Unit Value”).  All determination regarding the value of the Units shall be made solely by the Committee in good faith.



(b)    The Units granted hereunder are also subject to any clawback policies the Company may adopt in order to conform to the requirements of Section 954 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and any resulting rules issued by the SEC or national securities exchanges thereunder.



(c)    If the Committee determines that the Participant owes any amount to the Company under Sections 4(a) or 4(b) above, the Participant shall pay to the Company, without interest, the Excess Unit Value (or the amount recoverable under Section 4(b)).  The Participant acknowledges that the Company may, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, deduct the amount owed from any amounts the Company owes the Participant from time to time for any reason (including without limitation amounts owed to the Participant as salary, wages, reimbursements or other compensation, fringe benefits, retirement benefits or vacation pay). Whether or not the Company elects to make any such set-off in whole or in part, if the Company does not recover by means of set-off the full amount the Participant owes it, the Participant hereby agrees to pay immediately the unpaid balance to the Company.



Section 5.    Miscellaneous.



(a)    The Participant understands and acknowledges that he is one of a limited number of employees of the Company who have been selected to receive grants of Units and that the grant is considered confidential information. The Participant hereby covenants and agrees not to disclose the award of Units pursuant to this Agreement to any other person except (i) the Participant’s immediate family and legal or financial advisors who agree to maintain the confidentiality of this Agreement, (ii) as required in connection with the administration of this Agreement and the Plan as it relates to this award or under applicable law, and (iii) to the extent the terms of this Agreement have been publicly disclosed by the Company.



(b)    The Company shall be entitled to require a cash payment by or on behalf of the Participant and/or to deduct from other compensation payable to the Participant any sums required by federal, state or local tax law to be withheld with respect to the award or payments in respect of any Units or the issuance of Common Stock. Alternatively, the Participant may irrevocably elect, in such manner and at such time or times prior to any applicable tax date, as may be permitted by the Committee, to have the Company withhold and reacquire Units or Common Stock to satisfy any withholding obligations of the Company. Any election to have Units or Common Stock so held back and reacquired shall be subject to the Committee’s approval.



(c)    The authority to manage and control the operation and administration of this Agreement shall be vested in the Committee, and the Committee shall have all powers with respect to this Agreement as it has with respect to the Plan. Any interpretation of this Agreement by the Committee and any decision made by it with respect to this Agreement shall be final and binding on all persons.



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(d)    Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, the terms of this Agreement shall be subject to the terms of the Plan, and this Agreement is subject to all interpretations, amendments, rules and regulations promulgated by the Committee from time to time pursuant to the Plan.



(e)    This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted to comply with Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Superior reserves the right to amend this Agreement to the extent it reasonably determines is necessary in order to preserve the intended tax consequences of the Units in light of Section 409A and any regulations or other guidance promulgated thereunder. Neither the Company nor the members of the Committee shall be liable for any determination or action taken or made with respect to this Agreement or the Units granted thereunder.



(f)    Each notice relating to this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered in person or by mail to Superior at its office, 1001 Louisiana Street, Suite 2900, Houston, TX 77002, to the attention of the Human Resources Department or at such other address as Superior may specify in writing to the Participant by a notice delivered in accordance with this Section 5(f).



(g)    Neither this Agreement nor the rights of Participant hereunder shall be transferable by the Participant during his life other than by will or pursuant to applicable laws of descent and distribution. No rights or privileges of the Participant in connection herewith shall be transferred, assigned, pledged or hypothecated by Participant or by any other person in any way, whether by operation of law, or otherwise, and shall not be subject to execution, attachment, garnishment or similar process. In the event of any such occurrence, this Agreement shall automatically be terminated and shall thereafter be null and void.



(h)    Nothing in this Agreement shall confer upon the Participant any right to continue in the employment of the Company, or to interfere in any way with the right of the Company to terminate the Participant’s employment relationship with the Company at any time.



(i)    This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware.  For purposes of litigating any dispute that arises directly or indirectly from the relationship of the parties evidenced by the grant of the Units or this Agreement, the parties hereby submit to and consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Harris County, Texas, or the federal courts for the United States for the Southern District of Texas, and no other courts, where this grant is made and/or to be performed.



(j)    If any term or provision of this Agreement, shall at any time or to any extent be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect as written, the Participant and Superior intend for any court construing this Agreement to modify or limit such provision so as to render it valid and enforceable to the fullest extent allowed by law. Any such provision that is not susceptible of such reformation shall be ignored so as to not affect any other term or provision hereof, and the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such term or provision to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid, illegal or unenforceable, shall not be affected thereby and each term and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law.



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(k)    The Plan and this Agreement contain the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained herein and may not be modified, except as provided herein or in the Plan or as it may be amended from time to time by a written document signed by each of the parties hereto, including by electronic means as provided in Section 5(m). Any oral or written agreements, representations, warranties, written inducements, or other communications with respect to the subject matter contained herein made prior to the execution of the Agreement shall be void and ineffective for all purposes.



(l)    Superior’s obligation under the Plan and this Agreement is an unsecured and unfunded promise to pay benefits that may be earned in the future. Superior shall have no obligation to set aside, earmark or invest any fund or money with which to pay its obligations under this Agreement. The Participant or any successor in interest shall be and remain a general creditor of Superior in the same manner as any other creditor having a general claim for matured and unpaid compensation.



(m)    Superior may, in its sole discretion, deliver any documents related to the Participant’s current or future participation in the Plan by electronic means or request the Participant’s consent to participate in the Plan by electronic means.  By accepting the terms of this Agreement, the Participant hereby consents to receive such documents by electronic delivery and agrees to participate in the Plan through an on-line or electronic system established and maintained by Superior or a third party designated by Superior.



(n)    The Participant must expressly accept the terms and conditions of this Agreement by electronically accepting this Agreement in a timely manner.  If the Participant does not accept the terms of this Agreement, this award of Units is subject to cancellation.



(o)    The Participant acknowledges that a waiver by Superior of a breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any other provision of this Agreement, or of any subsequent breach by the Participant or any other Plan participant.



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By clicking the “Accept” button, the Participant represents that he or she is familiar with the terms and provisions of the Plan, and hereby accepts this Agreement subject to all of the terms and provisions thereof.  The Participant has reviewed the Plan and this Agreement in their entirety and fully understands all provisions of this Agreement.  The Participant agrees to accept as binding, conclusive and final all decisions or interpretations of the Committee upon any questions arising under the Plan or this Agreement.



<<Electronic Signature>>



<<Acceptance Date>>

 

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Schedule A



PEER GROUP COMPANIES



Basic Energy Services, Inc.

C&J Energy Services, Ltd.

Halliburton Company

Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc.

Key Energy Services, Inc.

Nabors Industries Ltd.

Nine Energy Service, Inc.

Oil States International, Inc.

Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.

RPC, Inc.

Schlumberger Limited

Weatherford International plc



If any peer group company files for or is the subject of any bankruptcy, insolvency or liquidation proceeding during the Performance Period, it shall remain in the peer group and positioned below the lowest performing member of the peer group in chronological order by bankruptcy, insolvency or liquidation date.



If a peer group company’s Relative ROA or Relative TSR shall cease to be available by reason of a business combination, acquisition, merger or similar transformative event, the Committee shall exclude that company from the peer group and, at the Committee’s discretion, the Committee may select a substitute peer group company for the excluded company.



Once a company is removed from the peer group, it shall be treated as having been removed from the peer group for the entire Performance Period and any substitute peer group company shall be treated as included in the peer group for the entire Performance Period.



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Exhibit 1019

Exhibit 10.19

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC.

STOCK OPTION AGREEMENT



THIS AGREEMENT is by and between Superior Energy Services, Inc. (“Superior”), and <<ParticipantName>> (“Optionee”).



WHEREAS Optionee is a key employee of Superior or one of its subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”) and Superior considers it desirable and in its best interest that Optionee be given an inducement to acquire a proprietary interest in the Company and an added incentive to advance the interests of the Company by possessing an option to purchase shares of the common stock of Superior, $.001 par value per share (the “Common Stock”), in accordance with the 2016 Incentive Award Plan (the “Plan”).



NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, it is agreed by and between the parties as follows:



1.    Grant of Option



On <<GrantDate>> (the “Date of Grant”), Superior granted to Optionee the right, privilege and option to purchase <<NumberOfAwardsGranted>> shares of Common Stock (the “Option”) at an exercise price of <<GrantPrice>> per share (the “Exercise Price”). The Option shall be exercisable at the time specified in Section 2 below. The Option is a non-qualified stock option and shall not be treated as an incentive stock option under Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”).



2.    Time of Exercise



2.1    Subject to the provisions of the Plan and the other provisions of this Agreement, the Option shall vest in annual installments (disregarding any fractional shares) as follows:



SS

 

 



 

 

Scheduled Vesting Date

 

Amount of Shares To Vest

January 15, 2020

 

33%

January 15, 2021

 

33%

January 15, 2022

 

Remaining balance



The Option shall expire and may not be exercised later than the tenth anniversary of the Date of Grant.



2.2    Except as otherwise provided herein, upon the termination of Optionee’s employment with the Company, any portion of the Option that has not yet become exercisable shall terminate immediately.  If (a) Optionee’s employment by the Company is terminated because of death or disability (within the meaning of Section 22(e)(3)of the Code), or (b) upon the occurrence of a Qualifying Termination (as such term is defined in the Superior Energy Services, Inc. Change of Control Severance Plan) after the date of a Change of Control (as defined in the Plan), then any portion of the Option that has not yet vested shall become immediately exercisable on the date of such termination of employment.  If Optionee’s employment by the Company is terminated


 

 

because of (a) Optionee’s retirement on or after reaching age 55 with five years of service, or (b) the Company’s termination of Optionee’s employment without Cause (as defined below), then, if approved by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Superior, any portion of the Option that has not yet vested shall become immediately exercisable on the date of such termination of employment.



2.3    If Optionee’s employment by the Company is terminated for Cause, the Option shall terminate in full immediately, whether or not exercisable at the time of termination of employment.  “Cause” for termination of employment shall  be deemed to exist upon either (a) a final determination is made in accordance with the terms of Optionee’s employment agreement, if any, with the Company that Optionee’s employment has been terminated for “cause” within the meaning of the employment agreement or (b), if Optionee is not subject to an employment agreement: (i) failure to abide by the Company’s rules and regulations governing the transaction of its business, including without limitation, its policy titled “Our Shared Core Values at Work” (Code of Conduct); (ii) inattention to duties, or the commission of acts within employment with the Company amounting to negligence or misconduct; (iii) misappropriation of funds or property of the Company or committing any fraud against the Company or against any other person or entity in the course of employment with the Company; (iv) misappropriation of any corporate opportunity, or otherwise obtaining personal profit from any transaction which is adverse to the interests of the Company or to the benefits of which the Company is entitled; or (v) the commission of a felony or other crime involving moral turpitude.



2.4    Except as provided in Sections 2.5 and 2.6, if Optionee’s employment with the Company is terminated, the Option must be exercised, to the extent exercisable at the time of termination of employment, within 30 days of the date on which Optionee ceases to be an employee, but in no event later than the tenth anniversary of the Date of Grant.



2.5    If Optionee’s employment by the Company is terminated because of (a) death, (b) disability (within the meaning of Section 22(e)(3) of the Code) or (c) retirement on or after reaching age 55 with five years of service, the Option must be exercised, to the extent exercisable at the time of termination of employment, on or before the tenth anniversary of the Date of Grant.  In the event of Optionee’s death, the Option may, to the extent exercisable at the time of death, be exercised by his estate, or by the person to whom such right devolves from him by reason of his death. If Optionee’s employment is terminated by the Company other than for Cause, then the Option must be exercised, to the extent exercisable at the time of termination of employment, within five years following the date of termination of employment, but in no event later than the tenth anniversary of the Date of Grant.



2.6    If there has been a Change of Control (as defined in the Plan) of Superior, (a) if the Option remains outstanding after the Change of Control, either as a right to purchase Common Stock or as a right to purchase that number and class of shares of stock or other securities or property (including without limitation, cash) to which Optionee would have been entitled if, immediately prior to the Change of Control, Optionee had been the record owner of the number of shares of Common Stock then covered by the Option and (b) if Optionee’s employment is terminated by the Company other than for Cause within a one-year period following the Change of Control, then the

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Option must be exercised within five years following the date of termination of employment, but in no event later than the tenth anniversary of the Date of Grant.



3.    Forfeiture of Option Gain



3.1    If the Optionee engages in grossly negligent conduct or intentional misconduct that either (i) requires the Company’s financial statements to be restated at any time beginning on the Date of Grant and ending on the third anniversary of the end of the final vesting date set forth in Section 1 or (ii) results in an increase of the value of the Options upon exercise, then the Committee, after considering the costs and benefits to the Company of doing so, may seek recovery for the benefit of the Company of the difference between the shares of Common Stock received upon exercise of the Options during the three-year period following such conduct and the shares of Common Stock that would have been received based on the restated financial statements or absent the increase described in part (ii) above (the “Excess Shares”).  All determinations regarding the amount of the Excess Shares shall be made solely by the Committee in good faith.



3.2    The Options granted hereunder are also subject to any clawback policies the Company may adopt in order to conform to the requirements of Section 954 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and any resulting rules issued by the SEC or national securities exchanges thereunder.



3.3    If the Committee determines that Optionee owes any amount to the Company under Sections 3.1 or 3.2 above, Optionee shall return to the Company the Excess Shares (or the shares recoverable under Section 3.2) acquired by Optionee pursuant to this Agreement (or other securities into which such shares have been converted or exchanged) or, if no longer held by Optionee, Optionee shall pay to the Company, without interest, all cash, securities or other assets received by Optionee upon the sale or transfer of such shares.  Optionee acknowledges that the Company may, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, deduct such amount owed from any amounts the Company owes Optionee from time to time for any reason (including without limitation amounts owed to Optionee as salary, wages, reimbursements or other compensation, fringe benefits, retirement benefits or vacation pay). Whether or not the Company elects to make any such set-off in whole or in part, if the Company does not recover by means of set-off the full amount Optionee owes it, Optionee hereby agrees to pay immediately the unpaid balance to the Company.



4.    Method of Exercise of Option



Optionee may exercise all or a portion of the Option by contacting Fidelity Investments, the Company’s third party administrator, or any successor administrator, in accordance with the procedures established by Superior.  Optionee shall specify the number of shares to be purchased and must pay the total Exercise Price of the shares, which may be accomplished in any manner set forth in the Plan or approved by Superior.  Once Superior or its delegee has received the Exercise Price for the shares, the appropriate officer of Superior shall cause the transfer of title of the shares purchased to Optionee on Superior’s stock records and cause such shares to be issued in Optionee’s name or to an account in Optionee’s name with his brokerage firm.  Optionee shall not have any rights as a stockholder until such shares are issued to him.

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5.    No Contract of Employment Intended



Nothing in this Agreement shall confer upon Optionee any right to continue in the employ of the Company, or to interfere in any way with the right of the Company to terminate Optionee’s employment relationship with the Company at any time.



6.    Non-Transferability, Binding Effect and Successors



6.1    The Option may not be transferred, assigned, pledged or hypothecated in any manner, by operation of law or otherwise, other than by will or by the laws of descent and distribution, and shall not be subject to execution, attachment or similar process.  This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors and administrators and permitted successors.



6.2    If in connection with a Change of Control, the Option is assumed by a successor to the Company, then, as used herein, “Company” shall include any successor to the Company’s business and assets that assumes and agrees to perform this Agreement.





7.    Inconsistent Provisions



The Option is subject to the provisions of the Plan as in effect on the date hereof and as it may be amended. In the event any provision of this Agreement conflicts with such a provision of the Plan, the Plan provision shall control.



8.    GOVERNING LAW



This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware. For purposes of litigating any dispute that arises directly or indirectly from the relationship of the parties evidenced by the grant of the Options or this Agreement, the parties hereby submit to and consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Harris County, Texas, or the federal courts for the United States for the Southern District of Texas, and no other courts, where this grant is made and/or to be performed.



9.    ENTIRE AGREEMENT; MODIFICATION; WAIVER



The Plan and this Agreement contain the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained herein and may not be modified, except as provided in the Plan, as it may be amended from time to time in the manner provided therein, or in this Agreement, as it may be amended from time to time by a written document signed by each of the parties hereto. Any oral or written agreements, representations, warranties, written inducements, or other communications with respect to the subject matter contained herein made prior to the execution of the Agreement shall be void and ineffective for all purposes. Optionee acknowledges that a waiver by Superior of a breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any

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other provision of this Agreement, or of any subsequent breach by the Optionee or any other Plan participant.



10.    ELECTRONIC DELIVERY; ACCEPTANCE OF AGREEMENT



10.1    Superior may, in its sole discretion, deliver any documents related to Optionee’s current or future participation in the Plan by electronic means or request the Optionee’s consent to participate in the Plan by electronic means.  By accepting the terms of this Agreement, Optionee hereby consents to receive such documents by electronic delivery and agrees to participate in the Plan through an on-line or electronic system established and maintained by Superior or a third party designated by Superior.



10.2    Optionee must expressly accept the terms and conditions of this Agreement by electronically accepting this Agreement in a timely manner.  If Optionee does not accept the terms of this Agreement, this Option is subject to cancellation.



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By clicking the “Accept” button, Optionee represents that he or she is familiar with the terms and provisions of the Plan, and hereby accepts this Agreement subject to all of the terms and provisions thereof. Optionee has reviewed the Plan and this Agreement in their entirety and fully understands all provisions of this Agreement.  Optionee agrees to accept as binding, conclusive and final all decisions or interpretations of the Compensation Committee of Superior’s Board of Directors upon any questions arising under the Plan or this Agreement.



<<ElectronicSignature>>



<<AcceptanceDate>>





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Exhibit 141

Exhibit 14.1























Our Shared Core Values at Work



































Superior Energy Services, Inc.

Updated July September 13th)







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Exhibit 14.1

Our Shared Core Values 



We conduct ourselves and our business affairs with honesty and integrity, and do not tolerate illegal or fraudulent activities.



We treat our employees with fairness, dignity and respect and do not tolerate any forms of discrimination.



We protect the safety and health of ourselves, our fellow employees and everyone that we work with and stop unsafe actions.



We deal fairly with customers, suppliers and other business relationships and always act in the best interests of the Company.



We conduct ourselves as good citizens in the communities where we operate, and we respect the environment.





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A  Message from Dave Dunlap 



Several years ago, to help maintain our well-earned reputation for honesty and integrity we created Our Shared Core Values.  They continue to reflect what is unique about Superior and what sets us apart as a trusted business partner, a fair employer and a good corporate citizen. Now, we have updated our Code of Conduct,  Our Shared Core Values at Work, to better align with who we are today and the challenges we now face.



Though some things have changed, this document is still your resource to apply Our Values to situations you may face as Superior employees. 

Of course no single document can answer all of our questions or address every situation. If you are ever unsure of what to do in particular circumstances or if you are concerned that our Shared Core Values are being broken, I urge you to speak up. A problem cannot be solved unless it has first been identified.  



Today’s business environment can be complicated, but our commitment to help each other, to be an honest and fair business partner, and a good corporate citizen must and will remain constant.



Thank you for your hard work and continued dedication to Our Shared Core Values.



Sincerely,





Dave Dunlap

President and Chief Executive Officer

Superior Energy Services, Inc.

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Table of Contents

We Conduct Ourselves with Honesty and Integrity 

·

Using Our Shared Core Values at Work

o

Ethics, Our Values and the Law

o

Who Must Follow Our Shared Core Values

·

Asking Questions and Reporting Possible Violations

·

What to Expect When You Use the Superior Hotline

·

Our Non-Retaliation Policy

·

Employee Responsibilities

·

Additional Responsibilities of Supervisors 

·

Making the Right Choice – Guidelines for Decision Making

·

Accountability and Discipline



We Treat Others with Fairness, Dignity and Respect

·

Fair Treatment  and Equal Employment

o

Diversity and Inclusion

·

Harassment-Free Workplace

·

Employee Privacy



We Protect the Safety and Health of Everyone We Work With

·

Our Commitment to Safety and Health

·

Our Responsibilities to Ensure a Safe and Healthy Workplace

·

Additional Leadership Responsibilities

o

Preventing Workplace Violence

o

Alcohol and Drug Use



We Deal Fairly with Our Customers, Suppliers and Business Partners

·

Fair Dealing and Supplier Relations

o

Working with Governments

·

Conflicts of Interest and Acting in the Best Interests of the Company

o

Close Personal Relationships

o

Corporate Opportunities

o

Outside Employment

o

Personal Investments

·

Related-Party Transactions

·

Gifts and Entertainment

·

Creating and Managing Our Business Records

·

Protecting Our Assets

o

Fraud and Irregular Activities

·

Confidential Information and Intellectual Property

o

Acquiring Business Intelligence

·

Communicating with the Public and Media

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o

Using Social Media



We Conduct Ourselves as Good Corporate Citizens

·

Good Citizenship in the Communities Where we Operate

o

Our Commitment to Human Rights

o

Respect for the Environment

·

Political Activities

·

Insider Trading

·

Anti-Trust and Fair Competition

·

Anti-Corruption and Bribery

·

Global Trade

o

Anti-boycott Regulations

o

Anti-money laundering



Waivers and Amendments

Country-specific Access Numbers for the Superior Hotline

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We Conduct Ourselves with Honesty and Integrity

We conduct ourselves and our business affairs with honesty and integrity, and do not tolerate illegal or fraudulent activities.

Using Our Shared Core Values at Work

Our Shared Core Values at Work (“Core Values) is a resource when we need information about our policies or standards or if we are faced with a difficult business decisions.  It is intended to help us apply Our Shared Core Values to specific work-related situations that may arise.



As always, the Company relies on you to use good judgment and to seek help when you need it.

Ethics, Our Values and the Law

At Superior, ethical behavior is inseparable from integrity and good judgment. While ethical behavior requires full compliance with all laws and regulations, “compliance” with the law is the minimum standard for us. We all have a responsibility to honor not just the letter of existing laws, but the spirit that underlies them by basing our decisions on legal and regulatory rules, and Our Shared Core Values.   



We operate in many countries around the world and are increasing our global presence. There will be times when local laws and customs may conflict with our Core Values. Whenever there is a conflict or a difference between a legal requirement and our Core Values, apply the strictest standard, and do not follow customs that violate our Core Values.

Who Must Follow Our Core Values

Our Shared Core Values at Work applies to all directors, officers and employees, as well as to directors, officers and employees of each subsidiary of Superior Energy Services, Inc. (collectively, “Superior or “Company”).

Certain third-party business partners, such as suppliers,  temporary employees,  and any third party performing services or acting on our behalf, serve as an extension of SuperiorFor this reason they are expected to follow the spirit of the Our Shared

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Core Values, as well as any applicable contractual provisions, when working on our behalf.



Managers who supervise our third-party business partners are responsible for ensuring that they understand our Shared Core Values. If a third-party business partner fails to comply with our ethics and compliance expectations, it may result in the termination of their contract.



Asking Questions and Reporting Possible Violations

If you see or suspect any illegal or unethical behavior, or you have a question about what to do, speak up and ask for help. 

Sometimes, you may not be able to talk about an issue with your supervisor or manager.  If that’s the case, you have several options:



First:    You may talk with any other member of management;

Second: You may also contact Human Resources when you have confidentiality concerns or you believe management cannot assist you.

Third:  If you prefer, at any time you can use the following resources:

o

Email at compliance@Superiorenergy.com

o

The toll free Hot Line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in several languages

o

U.S. Calls:  833-293-3439

o

For all other calls see the country-specific numbers listed on page 20.

o

Mail a report to the General Counsel at:

1001 Louisiana St., Suite 2900 Houston, TX 77002

What to expect when you use the Superior Hotline 

Our Hot Line is available twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week. Trained third-party specialists will answer your call, document your concerns and forward a written report to the Ethics and Compliance Department for further investigation.



When you call the Hot Line you may choose to remain anonymous where allowed by law.       If you choose to identify yourself, we will make every reasonable effort to keep your identity confidential. All reports will be treated equally whether they are submitted anonymously or not.



After you make a report, you will receive an identification number so you can follow up on your concern. Following up is especially important if you have submitted a report anonymously, as we may need additional information in order to conduct an

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effective investigation. This identification number will also enable you to track the resolution of the case; however please note that, out of respect for privacy, the Company will not be able to inform you about individual disciplinary actions.



We have an opportunity to improve every time we ask a question or raise a concern. When we take action, speak up and report questionable conduct, we are protecting coworkers and the Company’s reputation. Remember, an issue cannot be addressed unless it is brought to someone’s attention.



Our Non-Retaliation Policy 

Each of us plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of Superior. We are responsible for raising issues that could conflict with Our Shared Core Values.  Employees can report possible problems in confidence and without fear of retaliation. 

Superior will not tolerate any retaliation against an employee who in good faith asks questions, makes a  report of actions that are inconsistent with our Shared Core Values or policies, or who assists in an investigation of suspected wrongdoing.    

Reporting “in good faith” means making a genuine attempt to provide honest, complete, and accurate information, even if it later proves to be unsubstantiated or mistaken.



Employee Responsibilities

Each of us must take responsibility for acting with integrity, even when this means making difficult choices.  Meeting our responsibilities is what enables us to succeed and grow, today – and in the future.

·

Act in a professional, safe and ethical manner that is consistent with Our Shared Core Values.

·

Be familiar with the information contained in Our Shared Core Values as well as applicable laws and Company policies. Pay particular attention to the policies that relate to your job responsibilities.

·

Promptly report concerns about actions that may be inconsistent with laws, regulations, Our Shared Core Values or policies.

·

Fully cooperate when responding to an investigation or audit.

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Remember: pressure or demands due to business conditions are never an excuse for operating outside of the law or behaving in a way that is not consistent with Our Shared Core Values.



Additional Responsibilities for Supervisors

As a leader at Superior, you have additional responsibilities to ensure that we meet our high standards of ethics and compliance.

·

Be a role model for  leadership and support co-workers when they ask questions and raise  concerns:

o

Create an environment where individuals feel comfortable speaking up.

o

Listen and respond to concerns when they are raised.

o

Make sure that no one who speaks up suffers retaliation.

o

Seek help and guidance whenever needed.

·

Help others understand the requirements of our Shared Core Values,  policies and applicable laws.

·

Do not apply inappropriate pressure on others or lead others to think that ‘bending the rules’ or ‘cutting corners’ is acceptable.

·

Be a resource for others. Be proactive. Look for opportunities to discuss Our Shared Core Values and how they apply to business decisions.



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Remember: no reason, including the desire to meet business goals,  is an excuse for acting contrary to Our Shared Core Values.



Making the Right Choice – Guidelines for Decision-making 

Making the right decision is not always easy. There will be times when you’ll be under pressure or unsure of what to do. Always remember when you have a tough business decision to make, you’re not alone. Your coworkers and management are available to help, and you have other resources to turn to including Our Shared Core Values, policies, and the Superior Hotline.  

When faced with a tough decision, it may help to ask these questions:



"

Is it legal?

"

Is it consistent with our policies?

"

Does it meet the high expectations reflected in Our Shared Core Values?

"

Would I still be comfortable with the decision if it appeared in the newspaper?



If the answer to any of these questions is “No, stop and ask for guidance.



Accountability and Discipline

Due to the importance we place on Our Shared Core Values, individuals who act contrary to the law, our policies or our Shared Core Values will be subject to discipline, which may include termination as well as possible legal proceedings and penalties.

Others involved in the wrongdoing may also be subject to discipline. This includes those who fail to use reasonable care to detect the wrongdoing, persons who refuse to divulge information which may be relevant to an investigation, as well as supervisors who approve, condone, “look the other way,” or attempt to retaliate.





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We Treat Others with Fairness, Dignity and Respect

We treat our employees with fairness, dignity and respect and do not tolerate any forms of discrimination.

Fair Treatment and Equal Opportunity

Superior brings together employees with a wide variety of backgrounds, skills and cultures. Combining such a wealth of talent and resources creates the diverse and dynamic teams that consistently drive our success.

Each of us is entitled to respect, and should be judged on the basis of qualifications, demonstrated skills and achievements.



We support laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status and all other characteristics protected by law.



Make sure you:

·

Treat others respectfully and professionally.

·

Do not discriminate against others on the basis of any characteristic protected by law or Company policy.



Watch out for:

·

Excessive use of profanity, referring to employees using derogatory nicknames or remarks and verbal abuse.  

·

Comments, jokes or materials, including emails, which others might consider offensive.

·

Inappropriate bias based on characteristics protected by law.  



Diversity and Inclusion

We value the unique contribution that each person brings to Superior.  Collaboration and inclusivity are central to how we work and we believe the best solutions are those that include diverse ideas and perspectives.



That is why we value each and every employee as an important contributor to our success and aim to create an environment where employees are given the

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opportunity to perform at their best.



·

Promote diversity in hiring and in other employment decisions.

·

Help create an environment where coworkers can contribute, develop and fully utilize their talents.

·

Keep an open mind to new ideas and listen to different points of view.



Harassment-Free Workplace

We all have the right to work in an environment that is free from intimidation, harassment and abuse.

Verbal or physical conduct by any employee that harasses another, disrupts another’s work performance, or creates an intimidating, offensive, abusive, or hostile work environment will not be tolerated. This includes, bullying, yelling, excessive use of profanity, intimidation, threats of violence and all forms of discrimination.



At Superior we do not tolerate harassment of any kind, including the following:

·

Acting aggressively in a manner that causes someone else to fear injury to themselves or their property.

·

Threatening remarks, obscene phone calls, stalking or any other form of harassment.

·

Causing or threatening physical injury to another.

·

Intentionally damaging someone else’s property.





One form of harassment is sexual harassment, which in general occurs when:

·

Actions that are unwelcome or made as a condition of employment or used as the basis for employment decisions such as a request for a date, a sexual favor, or other similar conduct of a sexual nature.

·

An intimidating, offensive, or hostile work environment is created by unwelcome sexual advances, insulting jokes, or other offensive verbal or physical behavior of a sexual nature.



Make sure you:

·

Help each other by speaking out when a coworker’s conduct makes you or others uncomfortable.

·

Never tolerate intimidation or harassment of any kind.  

·

Do not use Superior’s information systems to visit inappropriate internet sites.

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·

Report all incidents of intimidation and harassment that may compromise our ability to work together.



Watch out for:

·

Verbal abuse, bullying, threats or taunting.

·

Unwelcome remarks, gestures or physical contact.

·

The display of sexually explicit or offensive pictures or other materials that demean others.

·

Offensive jokes or comments.



Employee Privacy

In recent years the public has grown increasingly concerned about the privacy and security of personal information.  As a result, laws protecting personal information and how it may be collected, shared, and used are becoming more common.  While protecting this information may now be a legal requirement, for us at Superior, privacy has always been a matter of trust.

Make sure you:

·

Learn about the types of information which are given heightened protection by the law and protect that information through appropriate means. This includes Personally Identifiable Information such as government issued ID numbers and home addresses.

·

Protect the confidentiality of personal information of current and former coworkers, as well as job applicants. 

·

Don’t access, discuss or share confidential information within the Company or outside the Company unless (1) you are authorized to do so by virtue of your job duties, and (2) there is a legitimate business need to do so, and (3) doing so does not violate the law.

·

Consult the Legal Department if law enforcement or regulatory authorities request information.  Consult HR for all other requests from any person outside the Company requesting employee information.



Watch out for:

·

The loss of control of confidential information, for example when faxing or emailing personal employee information.



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We Protect the Safety and Health of Everyone We Work With 

We protect the safety and health of ourselves, our fellow employees and everyone that we work with and stop unsafe actions.

Our Commitment to Safety and Health 

Superior is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for employees and others who visit or work at our facilities. Our commitment to health and safety is everyone’s job and is more than a priority; as it is a deeply held practice in Our Shared Core Values.

When it comes to health and safety, as a Company and individually we must always demonstrate visible leadership and care and concern for one another.



Our integrated HSEQ Management System approach represents our strong commitment to achieving and maintaining our HSEQ performance standards.



Safety is the responsibility of each and every employee and line manager. All personnel have “stop work authority”  and must use that authority whenever there is a situation that could put people or the environment at risk.



Our Responsibilities to Ensure a Safe and Healthy Workplace

o

Understand our responsibilities to maintain our standards of health and safety.

o

Always wear required safety equipment and never tamper with safety equipment or systems.

o

Only undertake work that you are qualified to perform.

o

Stop work if you consider it unsafe.

o

Be sure that your performance is not impaired by, for example, a lack of sleep, alcohol, or any drugs - including prescription or over the counter medication.

o

Report any accident, injury, illness, or unsafe condition immediately. Never assume that someone else has reported a risk or concern.

o

Know the emergency procedures that apply where you work.

o

Report all concerns regarding safe and healthy work environment immediately to management and to your Health, Safety,  Environmental and Quality Department.

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o

Do your part to develop and sustain a culture that supports our commitment to health and safety.

o

Be proactive and speak up if you hear of or see something that you suspect might put you or others at risk.

Additional Leadership Responsibilities

o

Be visible in the workplace and lead by example in demonstrating appropriate HSEQ behaviors.

o

Ensure adequate resources are available and HSEQ roles and responsibilities are documented and communicated to employees.

o

Promote effective communication to ensure HSEQ issues are captured and communicated.

o

Ensure that the HSEQ Expectations are integrated into operations.

o

Make sure all documentation is completed and maintained appropriately.

o

Monitor and measure HSEQ goals and objectives.

o

Promote HSEQ lessons learned and communicate best practices.

o

Encourage the appropriate reporting and investigation of all incidents including near misses and unsafe acts.



Preventing Workplace Violence

Violence of any kind has no place at Superior. We won’t tolerate the following:

·

Intimidating, threatening or hostile behavior.

·

Causing physical injury to another.

·

Acts of vandalism, arson, sabotage or other criminal activities.

·

The unlawful possession of weapons on Company property.  

Alcohol and Drug-use

·

While at work or on Company business, never be impaired, and always be ready to carry out your work duties.

·

While conducting Superior business, do not use, possess or be under the influence of illegal drugs or any substance that could interfere with a safe and effective work environment or harm the Company’s reputation.





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We Deal Fairly with Our Customers, Suppliers and Business Partners

We deal fairly with customers, suppliers and other business relationships and always act in the best interests of the Company.

Fair Dealing and Supplier Relations

We strive to be fair and honest with our customers, suppliers, business partners and others.  We work to understand and meet their needs, while always remaining true to Our Shared Core Values.



Always tell the truth about our services and capabilities and never make promises we can’t keep.  Do not take unfair advantage through manipulation, concealment, abuse of privileged or confidential information, misrepresentation, fraudulent behavior, or any other unfair practice.

In short, treat others as we would like to be treated.



Supplier Relations

Our suppliers and business partners are essential to our ability to do business and meet our standards and expectations - that is why we choose them carefully and use an objective selection process.

·

Help suppliers and business partners understand our expectations and act in a way that is consistent with our standards and applicable policies.

·

Report any suspicions that a business partner may not be meeting our standards or their contractual obligations.



Make sure you:

·

Treat others fairly and honestly.

·

Be responsive to all reasonable requests from our customers, suppliers and business partners, but never follow a request to do something that you regard as unlawful, unsafe or contrary to Our Shared Core Values.

·

Promise what you can deliver and deliver on what you promise.



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Watch out for:

·

Pressure from others to cut corners.

·

Temptations to tell people what you think they want to hear rather than the truth.



Working with Governments

Directly and through its subcontractors, Superior conducts business with governments and government-owned entities. Our policy is to comply fully with all applicable laws and regulations that apply to government contracting and transactions.



Conflicts of Interest, Related Party Transactions and Acting in the Best Interests of the Company

A conflict of interest occurs when we have a competing interest that interferes with our ability to make an objective business decision.  Each of us is expected to use good judgment and avoid situations that can lead to even the appearance of a conflict -  which can undermine the trust others place in us and damage our reputation. 

Conflicts of interest are not always clear-cut. Any employee with a question should consult with their manager or supervisor or, if circumstances warrant, Superior’s Vice President of Ethics and Compliance or the General Counsel. This will allow the Company to properly evaluate, monitor and manage the situation.  



Key Definition

Immediate Family - Any relation of the employee, including current or previous spouse, child, grandchild, parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt/uncle, cousin, or child of a sibling, regardless of whether the relationship is natural, step or in-law or anyone in a close personal relationship.



Situations such as the following are common examples of how conflicts of interest may arise:



·

Close personal relationships

Business situations involving close friends may create a conflict of interest if the relationship interferes with the employee’s ability to put the Company’s interest firstAny potential conflicts should be identified and immediately reported to your manager, supervisor or the Ethics and Compliance Department to make sure there is no conflict.



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·

Corporate opportunities

If we learn about a business opportunity because of our position at work, it belongs to Superior first.  Superior employees may not take for themselves, or direct to any immediate family member or friend, opportunities that are discovered on the job.



·

Outside employment

Superior does not prohibit employees from engaging in certain types of outside employment – such as part-time work -  however employees must always disclose and discuss outside employment with their manager or supervisorOutside work must never interfere or detract from Superior job duties. Also, outside work must never compete or do any business with the Company or the Company’s customers or vendors



·

Personal investments

Your personal investments must not be big enough for someone to reasonably think that you could influence the entity’s decisions or compromise your independent judgment.   Furthermore, any investment by an employee or an immediate family member in one of Superior’s customers, suppliers or vendors is a Related Party Transaction and prohibited without prior approval as described below unless the investment is 1% or less of the securities of a publicly traded company and there is no possibility for a conflict.   



Make sure you:

·

Avoid conflict of interest situations.

·

Always make business decisions in the best interest of Superior.

·

Disclose any relationship, outside activity, or financial interest that may present a possible conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict. Make your disclosures in writing to your manager or supervisor.



Related Party Transactions

Conflicts of interest, such as those described above, can result in related party transactions.    Related party transactions are any business transactions or business relationship in which an employee or an immediate family member has a financial interest. This includes the sale, purchase or lease of goods, material, services or property.  Related party transactions are prohibited without prior approval from the Chief Executive Officer.   



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Gifts and Entertainment

In the right circumstances, a modest gift may be a thoughtful “thank you,” or a meal may be an appropriate setting for a business discussion which strengthens a professional relationship.  However, if not handled carefully, the exchange of gifts and entertainment can look like a conflict of interest, especially if it happens frequently or if the value is large enough that someone could reasonably think it is influencing a business decision.

When it comes to gifts and entertainment, our position is clear – gifts that are nominal and customary are acceptable, but we do not give or offer any gift or entertainment that is intended to gain an improper advantage in selling services, conducting transactions or representing Superior’s interests.



Gifts and Entertainment, Before You Act – Think

Gifts and entertainment come in all different forms: fruit baskets, dinners, tickets to sporting events, to name just a few examples.  Before accepting or offering gifts or entertainment, think about the situation – does the action legitimately support Superior’s interest? Is the amount reasonable and customary?  Does it conform to our policies and guidelines and if it is a gift or entertainment that we are providing, does it meet the recipient’s organization standards as well as ours? Would it embarrass you or the Company if it was on the front page of the newspaper? Did you discuss it with your manager or supervisor?

 Nothing in Our Shared Core Values is intended to prohibit employees from spending reasonable amounts for meals and other entertainment of customers and suppliers, which are ordinary and customary in Superior’s lines of business.

Make sure you:

·

Only provide and accept gifts and entertainment that are reasonable and customary for the business relationships.

·

Do not request or solicit personal gifts, favors, entertainment or services.

·

Accepting gifts of cash or cash equivalents (i.e., gift cards) is never allowed. 

·

Understand and comply with the policies of the recipient’s organization before offering or providing gifts or entertainment.



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Watch out for:

·

Excessive hospitality, loans (excluding loans from financial institutions at prevailing market rates) or other special treatment from any customer, supplier or competitor.

·

Situations that could embarrass you or the Company.

·

Business partners that appear to be privately held but are actually considered governmental entities (Note: in such cases additional rules may apply).  

·

Third parties or agents who are thought to be valuable primarily for their personal ties rather than for the services they are to perform or who request compensation out of proportion to their services.



If you are uncertain whether a gift you have been offered or plan to give is appropriate, contact the Ethics and Compliance Department for assistance.



Creating and Managing our Business Records

Business partners, government officials and the public need to be able to rely on the accuracy and completeness of our disclosures and business records. Accurate information is also essential within the Company so that we can make good decisions. 

Our books and records must accurately and fairly reflect our transactions in reasonable detail and in accordance with our accounting practices and policies. Some employees have special responsibilities in this area, but all of us contribute to the process of recording business results and maintaining records.



Each of us is responsible for helping to ensure the information we record is accurate, timely and complete, and maintained in a manner that is consistent with our system of internal controls.



Make sure you:

·

Create business records that accurately reflect the truth of the underlying event or transaction.

·

Write carefully and clearly in all your business communications, including emails. Write with the understanding that someday the records may become public documents.

·

Never destroy documents in response to or in anticipation of an investigation or audit.

·

Contact the Legal Department if there is any doubt about the appropriateness of record destruction.



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Watch out for:

·

Financial entries that are not clear and complete or hide or disguise the true nature of any transaction.

·

Undisclosed or unrecorded funds, assets or liabilities.

·

Improper destruction of documents.



Protecting Our Assets

Every employee is responsible for the proper use of Superior’s assets and protecting them from waste, abuse or loss.  Company assets include information and data,  vehicles, tools, materials, supplies, time, intellectual property, computer systems, communications sent to or from the Company, software, hardware and facilities.

Limited, personal use of Company assets – including assigned vehicles, electronic media such as phones and email - is permitted. Such use should be kept to a minimum and have no adverse effect on productivity and the work environment.



Company information and data, whether stored on devices owned or leased by Superior, by third parties or on employees’ own devices, remain the property of the Company.



Make sure you:

·

Treat Superior assets the way you would take care of your own property.

·

Do not use Superior equipment or information systems to create, store or send content that others might find offensive.

·

Secure sensitive information, including hard copies,  electronic documents and files.

·

Respect the copyrights, trademarks and license agreements of others when dealing with printed or electronic materials, software or other media content.



Watch out for:

·

Requests to borrow or use Superior equipment without approval.

·

Lax enforcement of electronic access control cards.

·

Phishing scams or other attempts to uncover sensitive personal or corporate information.

·

Email attachments or URLs from unfamiliar sources.

·

Sharing passwords.



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Fraud and Irregular Activities

Consistent with our high standards, misappropriation, fraud and other similar irregularities by employees are strictly prohibited.  Examples of these types of activities include:

·

Any dishonest or fraudulent act;

·

Embezzlement;

·

Forgery or alteration of checks or other negotiable instruments of Superior;

If an employee is uncertain whether his or her conduct may constitute fraud, or if an employee is directed to take any action that he or she believes will constitute fraud, they should immediately contact their supervisor or manager or Superior’s Vice President of Ethics and Compliance, Chief Financial Officer or General Counsel.



Confidential Information and Intellectual Property

Each of us must take steps to protect Superior’s confidential information. This means keeping it secure, limiting access only to those who have a need to know in order to do their job and avoiding discussion of confidential information in public areas.

Many of us have access to company intellectual property.  Such information must not be disclosed to anyone, including friends and family members, except when disclosure is authorized by Superior or legally required. Intellectual property created on the job or with Company resources belongs to Superior and cannot be used for personal gain.

The obligation to preserve confidential information continues even after your employment at Superior ends.



In addition to protecting our confidential information and intellectual property, we respect the valid intellectual property rights of others.



Acquiring Business Intelligence

We obtain competitive information only through legal methods and never through misrepresentation, or through any behavior that could be construed as “espionage,” or “spying”. 



Stealing proprietary information, possessing trade secret information that was obtained without the owner’s consent, or inducing such disclosures by past or present employees of other companies is prohibited.

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Make sure you:

·

Protect intellectual property and confidential information by sharing it only with authorized parties.





Watch out for:

·

Unintentional exposure of confidential information in public settings such as on phone calls or while working on your laptop.

·

The loss of control of confidential information. When sending personal information to third parties, make sure that the transmissions are for legitimate business reasons and that they comply with local law.



Communicating with the Public

Superior needs a consistent voice when providing information to the public. It is important that only authorized persons speak on behalf of the Company.

Using Social Media

Be careful when writing communications that might be published online. If you participate in online forums, blogs, newsgroups, chat rooms, or bulletin boards, before you hit the ‘send’ button, think carefully and remember: your social media use may be monitored by the Company.

When using social media:

·

Never comment on confidential and non-public Company information such as the Company’s current or future business performance or business plans.

·

Don’t use Superior’s, or any Superior affiliate’s trademark, logo or any other intellectual property unless you have permission from the Business Unit Leader.  .

·

Be fair and courteous, and never post content that may be viewed as malicious, obscene, harassing, defamatory or discriminatory.

·

If you read an on-line comment about Superior that you believe is wrong or harmful to our reputation, do not respond. Instead, contact your manager or supervisor so that appropriate steps can be taken.  



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We Conduct Ourselves as Good Corporate Citizens

We conduct ourselves as good citizens in the communities where we operate, and we respect the environment.

Good Citizenship in the Communities Where We Operate

Superior feels strongly about giving back to the communities where we live including volunteer work by employees.  Each employee is encouraged to become involved in their community by volunteering their time for causes and events. 

Our Commitment to Human Rights

We are committed to Human Rights everywhere we operate. This includes observing those laws that pertain to freedom of association, privacy, recognition of the right to engage in collective bargaining, the prohibition of forced compulsory and child labor, human trafficking and those laws that pertain to the elimination of any improper employment discrimination.  We also take steps to ensure that our business partners take necessary steps to meet these goals.



Make sure you:

·

Consider volunteering your time for charitable programs in the community.

·

Ensure that your personal support of charitable causes is not viewed as that of the Company.

·

Follow the Company’s policies and procedures for making and soliciting charitable contributions. 

Watch out for:

·

Any indication that the Company or our business partners are not living up to our commitments to human rights and corporate social responsibility.

·

Possible conflicts of interest that could arise through our community and charitable activities.

·

Requests from business partners to give to charitable causes. These requests must be approved as part of the Company process, like all other charitable contributions.



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Respect for the Environment

We will do everything in our power to prevent our actions from damaging the environment.  We are committed to working with our customers, business partners and suppliers to strengthen environmental stewardship and responsibility and will strive to implement industry environmental best practices whenever practical.

We expect employees to continuously improve our environmental performance through monitoring, pollution prevention, and waste minimization, water and energy efficiency, effective use of raw materials and by paying maximum attention to the efficient use of resources.



Political Activities

Each of us has the right to voluntarily participate in the political process including making personal political contributions; however, we must always make it clear that our personal views and actions are not those of Superior.  

Never make a political contribution on behalf of the Company, use our resources or facilities to support any political candidate or party, or engage in any lobbying activity unless specifically permitted by law and approved by the CEO.

Make sure you:

·

Receive all necessary approvals before using any Superior resources to support political activities.

·

Ensure that personal political views and activities are not viewed as those of Superior.  

·

Do not use our resources or facilities to support personal political activities.



Watch out for:

·

LOBBYING - Interactions with government officials or regulators that could be seen as lobbying requires approval from the CEO.

·

PRESSURE – Never apply direct or indirect pressure on another employee to contribute to, support, or oppose any political candidate or party.

·

IMPROPER INFLUENCE – We must avoid even the appearance that we are making political or charitable contributions in order to gain favor or in an attempt to exert improper influence.

·

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - Holding or campaigning for political office must not create, or appear to create, a conflict of interest with our duties.



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Insider Trading

In the course of business, we may learn confidential information about Superior or other publicly traded companies. Trading securities while aware of material nonpublic information, or disclosing such information to others who then trade (“tipping”), is prohibited by various laws.

Make sure you:

·

Do not buy or sell securities of any company when you have material nonpublic information about that company.

·

Do not communicate such material nonpublic information to other people.



Watch out for:

·

Requests by friends or family for information about Superior or about companies that we do business with. Even casual conversations could be viewed as illegal “tipping” of inside information.

·

TIPPING - Be very careful with this type of information and make sure you do not share it with anyone, either on purpose or by accident. Giving this information to anyone else who might make an investment decision based on your inside information is considered “tipping” and is against the law regardless of whether you benefit from the outcome of their trading. 



Anti-Trust and Fair Competition

We believe in free and open competition and never engage in improper practices that may limit competition. We never look to gain competitive advantages through unethical or illegal business practices.



Make sure you:

Do not enter into agreements with competitors to engage in any anti-competitive behavior, including setting prices or dividing up customers, suppliers or markets.



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Anti-trust laws are complex and compliance requirements can vary depending on the circumstances, but in general, the following activities are red flags and should be avoided and reported to the Legal Department.

·

COLLUSION — when companies secretly communicate or agree on how they will compete. This could include agreements or exchanges of information on pricing, terms, wages, or allocations of markets.

·

BID-RIGGING — when competitors or service providers manipulate bidding so that fair competition is limited. This may include comparing bids, agreeing to refrain from bidding or knowingly submitting noncompetitive bids.

·

TYING — when a company with market power forces customers to agree to services or products that they do not want or need.

·

PREDATORY PRICING — when a company with market power sells a service below cost so as to eliminate or harm a competitor, intending to recover the loss of revenue later by raising prices after the competitor has been eliminated or harmed.

·

Never share the Company’s competitively sensitive information with a competitor of the Company.

·

Never share competitively sensitive information of business partners or other third parties with their competitors.



 Watch out for:

·

Conversations with competitors about competitively sensitive information.  A conversation may be a breach of competition law whether it is formal or informal.

·

Obtaining non-public information about competitors from new hires or candidates for employment.



Anti-corruption and Bribery 

Superior has a commitment to ethics and integrity. All countries prohibit the bribery of their own public officials and many also prohibit the bribery of officials of other countries. Our policy goes beyond these laws and prohibits improper payments in all of our activities, both with governmental entities and in the private sector. We do not pay bribes or kickbacks, at any time for any reason. This applies equally to any person or firm who represents the Company (such as consultants, agents, sales representatives, distributors or contractors).

“Facilitating payments” are small payments demanded by low-level foreign government officials to perform routine clerical functions that the company is legally entitled to. Under current U.S. law, these payments may be allowed.  



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However, such payments (even if acceptable under U.S. law) may be serious violations of other country’s laws and are therefore prohibited by Superior.



It is especially important that we carefully monitor third parties acting on our behalf. We must always be sure to perform due diligence and know our business partners, and all those through whom we conduct our business. We must know who they are and what they are doing on our behalf.  They must understand that they are required to operate in strict compliance with our standards and to maintain accurate records of all transactions.



If you are ever offered or asked for a bribe

Our on-the-spot reaction to requests for improper payments is critically important and must demonstrate our unequivocal commitment to the law and our policies. To that end, all Superior personnel must remember:

·

If you hear rumors of improper payments or red flags, report them immediately to the Legal Department or General Counsel.  

·

If you receive a request for an improper payment, you must:

o

Refuse to make the payment and explain that Superior does not make such payments.

o

Instruct any involved third parties that they are not authorized to make the payment on Superior’s behalf, and explain that Superior will immediately terminate its business relationship with them if the payment is made.

o

Make it clear that your refusals are absolute, and do not come with a “wink and a nod.”

o

Consult immediately with Legal Department or General Counsel regarding next steps.



Make sure you:

·

Never give anything of value inconsistent with local laws and regulations to any governmental official. If you are not sure what the local laws are, the safest course of action is to not give anything of value.

·

Understand the standards set forth under anti-bribery laws which apply to your role at Superior.

·

Accurately and completely record all payments to third parties.

·

Do not make “facilitating payment.” If you are asked to do so, consult immediately with the Legal Department or General Counsel.



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Watch out for:

·

Apparent violations of anti-bribery laws by our business partners.

·

Agents who do not wish to have all terms of their engagement with Superior clearly documented in writing.



Global Trade

We honor the trade, import and export control laws of all countries in which we operate. We expect our business partners to do the same.

Trade requirements often change and laws in certain regions may conflict. To avoid problems, consult the Legal Department as early as possible about local laws.

Anti-Boycott Regulations

As a U.S. company, Superior is subject to the anti-boycott provisions of U.S. law that require us to refuse to participate in foreign boycotts that the United States does not sanction.



Superior and its employees will not participate in boycotts.  Further, we will promptly report to the U.S. Government any request to join in, support or furnish information concerning a non-U.S.-sanctioned boycott. 



Make sure you:

·

Obtain all necessary licenses before the export or re-export of products, services or technology.

·

Report complete, accurate and detailed information regarding every imported product, including its places of manufacture and its full cost.



Watch out for:

·

Transferring technical data and technology to someone in another country, such as through e-mail, conversations, meetings and database access. This restriction applies to sharing information with co-workers, as well as non-employees.

·

Transporting Company assets that contain certain technology, such as a computer an associate takes on a business trip to another country.



Anti-money Laundering

Money laundering is a global problem with far-reaching and serious consequences.  It is defined as the process of converting illegal proceeds so that funds are made to appear legitimate, and it is not limited to cash transactions.  Involvement in such activities undermines our integrity, damages our reputation and can expose Superior and individuals to severe sanctions.  Many of these laws and regulations also require reporting of suspicious transactions and activities to government agencies.

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Employees must comply with all applicable anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism requirements, which prohibit:

o

Engaging in any financial transactions involving property, funds, or monetary instruments which, directly or indirectly, promote or result from criminal activity

o

Receiving, transferring, transporting, retaining, using, structuring, diverting, or hiding the proceeds of any criminal activity, or aiding or a bettering another in any such action; or

o

Engaging or becoming involved in, financing, supporting, or otherwise sponsoring, facilitating, or assisting any terrorist person, activity, or organization.



Waivers and Amendments

Any waiver of the Our Shared Core Values at Work involving an employee who is not an executive officer must be approved by the Chief Executive Officer, or pursuant to policies and procedures approved by the Chief Executive Officer. Any waiver for a director or executive officer must be approved by the Audit Committee and, if appropriate, the Board of Directors in accordance with applicable law. Any waiver approved for a director or executive officer will be promptly disclosed to the extent required by law, regulations or listing standards.





Country-specific Access Numbers for the Superior Hotline

[Insert table of country-specific access codes]





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Exhibit 21.1

 

SUPERIOR ENERGY SERVICES, INC.

List of Subsidiaries



Pursuant to Item 601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K, the names of other subsidiaries of Superior Energy Services, Inc. are omitted because, considered in the aggregate, they would not constitute a significant subsidiary as of the end of the year covered by this report.





 

 

SUBSIDIARY
NAME

STATE OF JURISDICTION
OF INCORPORATION OR
ORGANIZATION

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Exhibit 231

Exhibit 23.1

 



Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm





The Board of Directors

Superior Energy Services, Inc.:



We consent to the incorporation by reference in the registration statements on Form S-4 (No. 333-223256-16), Form S-3 (No. 333-216520) and on Form S-8 (No. 333-125316, 333-136809, 333-161212, 333-174972, 333-177679, 333-204563, 333-211565) of Superior Energy Services, Inc. and subsidiaries of our reports dated February 21, 2019, with respect to the consolidated balance sheets of Superior Energy Services, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2018 and 2017, and the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows, for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2018, and the related notes and financial statement schedule (collectively, the “consolidated financial statements”), and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018, which reports appear in the December 31, 2018 annual report on Form 10-K of Superior Energy Services, Inc.



KPMG LLP





Houston, Texas

February 21, 2019






2018 10K Exhibit 311

EXHIBIT 31.1



CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

RULES 13a-14(a) AND 15d-14(a) UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED



I, David D. Dunlap,  President and Chief Executive Officer of Superior Energy Services, Inc., certify that:



1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Superior Energy Services, Inc.;

2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b)Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.



Date:  February 21, 2019

/s/ David. D. Dunlap

David D. Dunlap

President and Chief Executive Officer

Superior Energy Services, Inc.


2018 10K Exhibit 312

EXHIBIT 31.2



CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

RULES 13a-14(a) AND 15d-14(a) UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED



I, Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr., Executive Vice President,  Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Superior Energy Services, Inc., certify that:



1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Superior Energy Services, Inc.;

2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b)Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.



Date:  February 21, 2019

/s/ Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr.

Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr.

Executive Vice President,  Chief Financial Officer

and Treasurer

Superior Energy Services, Inc.


2018 10K Exhibit 321

EXHIBIT 32.1



CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

SECTION 1350 OF TITLE 18 OF THE U.S. CODE



I, David D. Dunlap,  President and Chief Executive Officer of Superior Energy Services, Inc. (the “Company”), certify, pursuant to Section 1350 of Title 18 of the U.S. Code, adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (“Section 906”), that:



1.the annual report on Form 10-K of the Company for the year ended December 31, 2018 (the “Report”), as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof, fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and



2.the information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.



This certificate is being furnished solely for purposes of Section 906 and is not being filed as part of the Report or as a separate disclosure document.



Date:  February 21, 2019

/s/ David D. Dunlap

David D. Dunlap

President and Chief Executive Officer

Superior Energy Services, Inc.



A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.




2018 10K Exhibit 322

EXHIBIT 32.2



CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

SECTION 1350 OF TITLE 18 OF THE U.S. CODE



I, Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr., Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Superior Energy Services, Inc. (the “Company”), certify, pursuant to Section 1350 of Title 18 of the U.S. Code, adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (“Section 906”), that:



1.the annual report on Form 10-K of the Company for the year ended December 31, 2018 (the “Report”), as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof, fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and



2.the information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.



This certificate is being furnished solely for purposes of Section 906 and is not being filed as part of the Report or as a separate disclosure document.



Date:  February 21, 2019

/s/ Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr.

Westervelt T. Ballard, Jr.

Executive Vice President,  Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

Superior Energy Services, Inc.



A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to the Company and will be retained by the Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.