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History

The 2014 Permian Basin International
Oil Show is under way and we hope
you are enjoying the time you spend
with other oil and gas professionals
from around the globe. This recordbreaking year boasts 685 oil- and
gas-related exhibitors covering
1,164 spaces in the Ector County
Coliseum and Exhibition Halls. Over
the next few days, you will get to
explore today's most revolutionary
technologies, including remarkable
innovations in directional drilling and
hydraulic fracturing.
Since its inception, the oil show has grown not only in size, but in importance. Having survived the booms
and busts, industry slumps and slowdowns, wars and embargoes, the Permian Basin International Oil Show
continues to grow year after year to deserve its title of "One of the World's Largest Inland Petroleum
Expositions."
Every even-numbered year, the Permian Basin International Oil Show brings together men and women from
every phase of the petroleum industry. Leaders come to Odessa from every corner of the world to learn
about the latest technology and the newest equipment, to transact business, and to renew friendships. This
worldwide event, which in 1940 was known as the Little International Oil Show, lasted only two years before
World War II intervened. Following the war, ambitious and energetic oilmen from around the Permian Basin
revived the project in 1950. Unlike many exhibitions, the Permian Basin International Oil Show is a nonprofit
venture dedicated to educating both office and field professionals of the oil and gas industry. Run by oilmen
for oilmen, the show's mission is unwavering, and its dedication to this educational goal is the single most
important factor in its overwhelming success.
The Permian Basin International Oil Show not only showcases the very latest technology, it also honors the
industry's past. A working cable tool rig operates daily on the show grounds, surrounded by trucks and oil
field equipment from the 1930s, a key growth period for the industry in the Permian Basin.
As in years past, attendance is limited to industry professionals for all three days of the exhibition. From Oct.
21 through Oct. 23, the oil show is a huge marketplace and international convention, with industry leaders
and decision makers from around the world.
The 2014 show is more diverse and exciting than ever. With more domestic and foreign exhibitors and
visitors than ever, and the latest industry innovations and technologies on display throughout the grounds,
there is something for everyone. And all in attendance will agree that what started humbly with 35 exhibitors
in 1940 has grown into the world-class event you will enjoy over the next three days. Explore, learn, and
contribute as you once again enjoy the Permian Basin International Oil Show. We are glad you are here!

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