Deep Down Appoints New Board Member (USA)

Deep Down, Inc., an oilfield services company specializing in complex deepwater and ultra-deepwater oil production distribution system support services, today announced that Randolph W. Warner has joined its Board of Directors, effective May 28, 2013.

Mr. Warner has joined the Board as an independent director and was appointed Chairman of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. Mr. Warner is currently President and Chief Operating Officer of WHC, Inc., which is a pipeline and facilities construction company based in Lafayette, Louisiana with operations along the Gulf of Mexico and numerous other states. Mr. Warner has held this position with WHC, Inc. since January of 2005.

Ron Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Deep Down, Inc. stated, “We are pleased to make this announcement about Randy joining our Board. This is another major step in strengthening our corporate governance. Randy is a seasoned executive and will provide guidance as we continue to expand and grow our Company.”

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Press Release, May 29, 2013