Bruce S. Appelbaum

ION Geophysical Corp. engages in the provision of geoscience technology, services, and solutions to the oil and gas industry. It operates through the E&P Technology and Services, and Operations Optimization segments. The E&P Technology and Services segment creates digital data assets and delivers services that improve decision-making, mitigate risk and maximize portfolio value for E&P companies. The Operations Optimization segment develops mission-critical subscription offerings and engineering services that enable operational control and optimization offshore. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Texaco, Inc. explores and produces oil and natural gas. It engages in the worldwide exploration, production and marketing of crude oil, natural gas, and petroleum products. The company was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in San Ramon, CA.

CQS Rig Finance Fund Ltd. operates as a closed-end investment fund/investment trust. The company invests in debt instruments issued to finance the construction, modification and refurbishment of rigs and other infrastructure and equipment used for the offshore exploration and production of oil and natural gas. CQS Rig Finance Fund was founded on November 8, 2006 and is headquartered in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.