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Where we'll be, what's happening in the industry, and updates from our manufacturer partners and community programs.

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Upcoming Events

Industry events where you'll find C.A. Richards — and the events we follow closely on behalf of our customers.

OTC offshore technology conference
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Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) 2026

The world's premier event for the development of offshore resources in the fields of drilling, exploration, production, and environmental protection. C.A. Richards attends annually — stop by to meet our team and see the latest from our manufacturer partners.

Date
May 4–7, 2026
Location
NRG Park, Houston, TX
Industry Event

STR Technology Day

April 29, 2026
Houston, TX

A focused technology day showcasing the latest developments in subsea and offshore systems. C.A. Richards will be in attendance — a great opportunity to connect with our team ahead of OTC.

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Networking

Ashtead Customer Appreciation Crawfish

April 30, 2026
Houston, TX

Ashtead Technology's annual customer appreciation event. C.A. Richards will be there — a great chance to connect with the offshore and subsea community before OTC week kicks off.

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MTS Event

MTS OTC Members Reception

May 4, 2026
Hotel ZaZa, 5701 Main St, Houston, TX · 6–8 PM

The Marine Technology Society Houston Section hosts its annual OTC Members Reception at Hotel ZaZa. C.A. Richards is an active MTS sponsor and will be in attendance. Open to MTS members and guests.

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Networking

THSOA Houston Chapter Crawfish Boil

May 5, 2026
Houston, TX

The Texas Hydrographic Society of America Houston Chapter's annual crawfish boil during OTC week. A beloved Gulf Coast tradition bringing together the hydrographic and subsea community.

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C.A. Richards Event

OTC Customer Appreciation Social

May 6, 2026
Houston, TX

C.A. Richards hosts its annual OTC Customer Appreciation Social during OTC week. Join our team and manufacturer partners for an evening of networking and conversation.

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Education

MATE Texas Regional ROV Competition

May 9, 2026
Texas

The MATE Center's Texas Regional ROV Competition — a student engineering competition that inspires the next generation of ocean technology professionals. C.A. Richards is proud to support STEM and ocean engineering education.

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MTS Event

MTS Houston Golf Tournament

May 20, 2026
Houston, TX

The Marine Technology Society Houston Section's annual golf tournament — a popular networking event for the Gulf Coast ocean technology community. C.A. Richards participates as a sponsor and attendee.

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Conference

Deepwater Operations & Topsides Platforms-Hulls

November 3–5, 2026
Houston, TX

A leading technical conference covering deepwater operations, topsides engineering, and offshore platforms. C.A. Richards follows this event closely on behalf of customers in the deepwater and floating production sectors.

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Conference

Underwater Intervention 2026

December 2–4, 2026
New Orleans, LA

The leading conference and exhibition for the underwater intervention industry — covering ROV operations, diving, inspection, and subsea technology. C.A. Richards participates as an exhibitor and attendee.

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Community

Marine Technology Society — Houston Section

C.A. Richards is an active member and sponsor of the MTS Houston Section — the professional home of the Gulf Coast ocean technology community. Monthly luncheons, technical events, and the annual scholarship banquet keep us connected to the people and ideas shaping the industry.

Latest Updates

News & Updates

Scholarship announcements, manufacturer product news, and industry developments relevant to the offshore and subsea technology community.

Recent Event
Community
April 23, 2026

HSA Southeast Chapter Crawfish Boil

C.A. Richards joined the Hydrographic Society of America Southeast Chapter for their annual crawfish boil — a great opportunity to connect with the hydrographic and subsea survey community ahead of OTC season.

Recent Event
Industry
April 22, 2026

Tech Day on the Lake — April 2026

C.A. Richards participated in Tech Day on the Lake, showcasing the latest offshore and subsea technology solutions from our manufacturer partners to customers and industry professionals across the Gulf Coast.

MTS Event
Community
March 20, 2026

MTS Houston Sporting Clays Tournament 2026

C.A. Richards participated in the Marine Technology Society Houston Section's annual Sporting Clays Tournament — a beloved community event supporting MTS Houston programs and the next generation of ocean technology professionals.

Manufacturer News
Technology
March 2026

Kongsberg Discovery Launches Next-Generation EM Series Multibeam Sonar

Kongsberg Discovery has announced the latest generation of its EM series multibeam echo sounders, featuring improved resolution, wider swath coverage, and enhanced shallow-water performance. C.A. Richards represents Kongsberg Discovery in the Gulf Coast region.

Industry
Industry
February 2026

Offshore Wind Activity Accelerating in the Gulf of America

Federal lease sales and project announcements continue to signal growing offshore wind activity in the Gulf of America. C.A. Richards is positioned to support wind farm developers and contractors with inspection, monitoring, ROV, and handling technologies.

Manufacturer News
Technology
December 2025

Verlume Expands Halo Subsea Battery Platform for Resident ROV Applications

Verlume has expanded its Halo subsea energy storage platform with new configurations optimized for resident ROV recharging and long-duration monitoring deployments. C.A. Richards represents Verlume across the Gulf Coast and US offshore markets.

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See Us at an Upcoming Event?

If you're attending OTC, UI, MTS Houston events, or any of our other upcoming events, reach out ahead of time and we'll make sure to connect.