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SEC Filings
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July 17, 2018 SC 13G

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / Qin Hui - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 13, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to w

March 5, 2018 15-12B

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 15-12B

15-12B 1 d544781d1512b.htm 15-12B UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number: 001-34579 Cobalt International Energy, In

March 2, 2018 EX-12.1

Statement re: Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges

Exhibit 12.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Year Ended December 31, 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 Fixed charges: Interest expense $ 162,542 $ 83,045 $ 63,376 $ 74,768 $ 65,376 Capitalized interest 59,558 99,541 105,819 58,458 17,700 Total $ 222,100 $ 182,586 $ 169,195 $ 133,226 $ 83,076 Earnings: Net loss $ (968,258 ) $ (2,343,309 ) $ (694,426 ) $ (

March 2, 2018 EX-21.1

List of Subsidiaries

Exhibit 21.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Formation Cobalt International Energy GP, LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy, L.P. Delaware Cobalt GOM LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #1 LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #2 LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy Overseas Ltd. Cayman Islands Cobalt International Energy German Verwaltungs GmbH Germany Cobalt Internatio

March 2, 2018 10-K

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 10-K (Annual Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 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, 2017 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 Number 001-34579 Cobalt Internat

March 2, 2018 EX-99.1

Report of Netherland, Sewell & Associates, Inc.

Exhibit 99.1 February 16, 2018 Ms. Connie L. Bargas Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 920 Memorial City Way, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77024 Dear Ms. Bargas: In accordance with your request, we have estimated the proved developed producing reserves and future revenue, as of December 31, 2017, to the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Cobalt) interest in certain oil and gas properties located in Hei

February 22, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 21, 2018 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incor

February 22, 2018 S-8 POS

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d521047ds8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-217764 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-212403 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION

February 22, 2018 S-8 POS

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 22, 2018 S-8 POS

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 22, 2018 S-8 POS

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d521047ds8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-217764 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-212403 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION

February 22, 2018 S-8 POS

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 22, 2018 S-8 POS

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d521047ds8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-217764 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-212403 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION

February 22, 2018 POS AM

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. POS AM

POS AM As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2018 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 14, 2018 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / PAULSON & CO. INC. - FEBRUARY 14, 2018 Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (RULE 13d - 102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-2 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of

February 14, 2018 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / CARLSON CAPITAL L P - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 d538562dsc13ga.htm SC 13G/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This State

January 30, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

8-K 1 d478797d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): January 29, 2018 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisd

January 2, 2018 EX-99.25

EX-99.25

NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES The New York Stock Exchange ('NYSE' or the 'Exchange') hereby notifies the Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'Commission') of its intention to remove the entire class of the Common Stock ('Common Stock') of Cobalt International Energy, Inc.

December 21, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d514526d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 18, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Juris

December 21, 2017 EX-99.1

IN THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS HOUSTON DIVISION ) In re: ) Chapter 11 ) COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC., et al.,1 ) Case No. 17-36709 (MI) ) Debtors. ) (Jointly Administered) ) Re: Docket No. 8 INTERIM ORDE

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 IN THE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS HOUSTON DIVISION ) In re: ) Chapter 11 ) COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC., et al.,1 ) Case No. 17-36709 (MI) ) Debtors. ) (Jointly Administered) ) Re: Docket No. 8 INTERIM ORDER APPROVING NOTIFICATION AND HEARING PROCEDURES FOR CERTAIN TRANSFERS OF AND DECLARATIONS OF WORTHLESSNESS WITH RESPECT TO COMMON

December 20, 2017 EX-10.1

Agreement, dated December 19, 2017, by and between Cobalt International Energy Angola Ltd., Sociedade Nacional de Combustíveis de Angola—Empresa Pública (Sonangol E.P.) and the other parties named therein.

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 AGREEMENT This Agreement is made by way of deed (this ?Deed?) on 19th December 2017 by and among: (1) Cobalt International Energy Angola Ltd (?Cobalt?); (2) CIE Angola Bock 9 Ltd (?Block 9 Co?); (3) CIE Angola Bock 20 Ltd (?Block 20 Co?); (4) CIE Angola Block 21 Ltd (?Block 21 Co?); (5) Sociedade Nacional de Combust?veis de Angola?Empresa P?blica (Sonangol E.P.) (?Sonangol?);

December 20, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d510489d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 19, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Juris

December 20, 2017 EX-99.1

Sonangol and Cobalt Announce US$500 Million Settlement

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Sonangol and Cobalt Announce US$500 Million Settlement Houston, Texas ? December 19, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? The Angolan National Concessionaire Sociedade Nacional de Combust?veis de Angola ? Empresa P?blica (?Sonangol?) and Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) today announced the signing of an agreement to resolve all disputes and transition Cobalt?s inter

December 14, 2017 EX-99.2

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Commences Chapter 11 Cases to Facilitate Restructuring

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Commences Chapter 11 Cases to Facilitate Restructuring HOUSTON, TX ? December 14, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced that it and certain of its U.S. affiliates filed voluntary petitions for relief under chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the United States

December 14, 2017 EX-99.1

Debtor Affiliates

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Debtor Affiliates 1. Cobalt International Energy GP, LLC 2. Cobalt International Energy, L.P. 3. Cobalt GOM LLC 4. Cobalt GOM # 1 LLC 5. Cobalt GOM # 2 LLC

December 14, 2017 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Triggering Events That Accelerate or Increase a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement, Bankruptcy or Receivership

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 13, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporat

December 1, 2017 8-K

Other Events

8-K 1 d438847d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 1, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other J

November 22, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 d497117d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 21, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Juris

November 15, 2017 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Receives Continued Listing Standard Notice from the NYSE

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Receives Continued Listing Standard Notice from the NYSE Houston, Texas ? November 15, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE: CIE) today announced that on November 14, 2017, it was notified by The New York Stock Exchange (?NYSE?) that Cobalt is no longer in compliance with certain continued list

November 15, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 13, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

November 2, 2017 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2017 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2017 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? November 2, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE: CIE) today announced a net loss of $150 million, or $5.05 per basic and diluted share for the third quarter of 2017, compared to a net loss of $218 million, or $7

November 2, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 d484363d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 2, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other J

November 2, 2017 10-Q

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10–Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2017 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 number: 001‑34579 Cobalt Internati

November 2, 2017 EX-10.1

Form of Retention Agreement

Exhibit 10.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Retention Bonus Agreement Personal and Confidential August 7, 2017 [Name] Re: Retention Bonus Dear [Name]: On behalf of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”), I am pleased to offer you the opportunity to receive a retention bonus, if you agree to the terms and conditions contained in this Retention Bonus Agreement (this “Agreement”), which

October 11, 2017 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Receives Continued Listing Standard Notice from NYSE

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Receives Continued Listing Standard Notice from NYSE HOUSTON, TX ? October 11, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced that on October 10, 2017, it was notified by The New York Stock Exchange (?NYSE?) that Cobalt is no longer in compliance with the continued listing standards

October 11, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 10, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

August 17, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 d444527d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 17, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Juri

August 8, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 d435459d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 8, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jur

August 8, 2017 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2017 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2017 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? August 8, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $186 million, or $6.28 per basic and diluted share for the second quarter of 2017, compared to a net loss of $206 million, or $7.

August 8, 2017 EX-32._2

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002

Exhibit 32.2 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10‑Q of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), Da

August 8, 2017 EX-31._2

/s/ David D. Powell David D. Powell Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President

cie-ex312_9.htm Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATIONS

August 8, 2017 10-Q

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10–Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 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 number: 001‑34579 Cobalt International

August 8, 2017 EX-31._1

/s/ Timothy J. Cutt Timothy J. Cutt Chief Executive Officer

Exhibit 31.1 CERTIFICATIONS I, Timothy J. Cutt, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10‑Q of Cobalt International Energy, 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 mislea

August 8, 2017 EX-32._1

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002

Exhibit 32.1 CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES‑OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10‑Q of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), Ti

July 5, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

8-K 1 d412401d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 5, 2017 (July 3, 2017) Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or o

June 19, 2017 8-K/A

Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement

8-K/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): June 16, 2017 (June 12, 2017) Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdicti

June 16, 2017 EX-3.1

Certificate of Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Cobalt International Energy Inc. dated June 16, 2017 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 3.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on June 16, 2017)

EX-3.1 Exhibit 3.1 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT TO THE SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the ?Corporation?), a corporation organized and existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the ?DGCL?) hereby certifies pursuant to Section 242 of the DGCL: FIRST: At a meeting

June 16, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 d415238d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): June 16, 2017 (June 12, 2017) Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or

May 18, 2017 EX-10.2

Third Supplemental Indenture, dated as of May 18, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trustee and collateral agent (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on May 18, 2017)

EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 THIRD SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Third Supplemental Indenture (this ?Third Supplemental Indenture?), dated as of May 18, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), the Guarantors (as defined in the Indenture referred to below) party hereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trustee and collateral agent (the ?Trustee?). W I T

May 18, 2017 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 18, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporat

May 18, 2017 EX-10.1

Exchange Agreement, dated May 18, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and the Holders named in Schedule I thereto (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on May 18, 2017)

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 EXCHANGE AGREEMENT THIS EXCHANGE AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of May 18, 2017 by and among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), the Guarantors party hereto, and the holders, named in Schedule I hereto (the ?Holders?), of the Company?s 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024 (the ?2024 Notes?), which were issued

May 9, 2017 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7 )* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) April 28, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to wh

May 8, 2017 EX-99.1

COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS COMPENSATION PLAN (as of May 2, 2017)

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS COMPENSATION PLAN (as of May 2, 2017) Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Second Amended and Restated Non-Employee Directors Compensation Plan (the ?Plan?) is to attract and retain the services of experienced non-employee directors for Cobalt International

May 8, 2017 S-8

Cobalt International Energy FORM S-8

Form S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2017 Registration No.

May 8, 2017 10-Q

Cobalt International Energy CIE-Q1-20170331 (Quarterly Report)

cie-10q20170331.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10?Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2017 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 number: 001?34579

May 8, 2017 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2017 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2017 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? May 8, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $306.3 million, or $0.69 per basic and diluted share for the first quarter of 2017, compared to a net loss of $46.6 million, or $0.11

May 8, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 d394354d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 8, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction

May 8, 2017 EX-3.1

Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Cobalt International Energy Inc. (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 3.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on May 8, 2017)

Exhibit 3.1 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. The original name of the corporation is Cobalt International Energy, Inc. The original certificate of incorporation of the corporation was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware on August 27, 2009. This Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, which both re

May 3, 2017 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 d418314d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 2, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdictio

April 24, 2017 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 24, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc.

April 24, 2017 EX-10.2

Second Supplemental Indenture, dated as of April 24, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association related to the 7.75% Second Lien Senior Secured Notes due 2023 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on April 24, 2017)

EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Second Supplemental Indenture (this ?Second Supplemental Indenture?), dated as of April 24, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), the Guarantors (as defined in the Indenture referred to below) party hereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trustee and collateral agent (the ?Trustee?). W

April 24, 2017 EX-10.1

Exchange Agreement, dated April 24, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and the Holders named in Schedule I thereto (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on April 24, 2017)

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 EXCHANGE AGREEMENT THIS EXCHANGE AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of April 24, 2017 by and among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), the Guarantors party hereto, and the holders, named in Schedule I hereto (the ?Holders?), of the Company?s (i) 2.625% Convertible Senior Notes due 2019 (the ?2019 Notes?), which were

April 12, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 d375658d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 11, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdicti

March 23, 2017 DEFA14A

Cobalt International Energy DEFA14A

DEFA14A 1 d284908ddefa14a.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

March 23, 2017 DEF 14A

Cobalt International Energy DEF 14A

DEF 14A 1 d284908ddef14a.htm DEF 14A Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Com

March 14, 2017 10-K

Cobalt International Energy CIE-10K-20161231 (Annual Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 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, 2016 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 Number 001-34579 Cobalt Internat

March 14, 2017 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year End 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year End 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? March 14, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $1,872.9 million, or $4.47 per basic and diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2016, compared to a net loss of $48

March 14, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): March 14, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc.

March 14, 2017 EX-10.49

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s 2015 Long–Term Incentive Plan(incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.49 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on March 14, 2017)

Exhibit 10.49 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. 2015 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement [●] Grant You have been granted an award of restricted stock units (this “Award”) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 2015 Long Term Incentive Plan (the “Plan”). Unless defined in this Award Agreement (includi

March 14, 2017 EX-99.1

February 8, 2017

Exhibit 99.1 February 8, 2017 Ms. Connie L. Bargas Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 920 Memorial City Way, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77024 Dear Ms. Bargas: In accordance with your request, we have estimated the proved reserves and future revenue, as of December 31, 2016, to the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Cobalt) interest in Heidelberg Field, Green Canyon Block 859 Unit, which includes Gree

March 14, 2017 EX-21.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List

Exhibit 21.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Formation Cobalt International Energy GP, LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy, L.P. Delaware Cobalt GOM LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #1 LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #2 LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy Overseas Ltd. Cayman Islands Cobalt International Energy German Verwaltungs GmbH Germany Cobalt Internatio

March 14, 2017 EX-10.43

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Amended and Restated Executive Severance and Change in Control Benefit Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.43 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on March 14, 2017)

Exhibit 10.43 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AND CHANGE IN CONTROL BENEFIT PLAN 1. Purpose. Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) has adopted this Amended and Restated Executive Severance and Change in Control Benefit Plan (the “Plan”) to provide severance pay and benefits to eligible officers and management employees of the Company who are E

March 14, 2017 EX-10.48

Form of Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement under Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s 2015 Long–Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.48 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on March 14, 2017)

EX-10.48 3 cie-ex1048812.htm EX-10.48 Exhibit 10.48 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. 2015 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement [●] Grant You have been granted an award of performance stock units (this “Award”) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and Attachment B and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 2015 Long Term Incentive Plan (the

March 14, 2017 EX-12.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges

Exhibit 12.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Year Ended December 31, 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 Fixed charges: Interest expense $ 83,045 $ 63,376 $ 74,768 $ 65,376 $ 3,212 Capitalized interest 99,541 105,819 58,458 17,700 — Total $ 182,586 $ 169,195 $ 133,226 $ 83,076 $ 3,212 Earnings: Net loss $ (2,343,309 ) $ (694,426 ) $ (510,763 ) $ (589,024 )

March 10, 2017 PRE 14A

Cobalt International Energy PRE 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

February 28, 2017 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Receives Continued Listing Standard Notice from the NYSE

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Receives Continued Listing Standard Notice from the NYSE Houston, Texas ? February 28, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE: CIE) today announced that on February 27, 2017, it was notified by The New York Stock Exchange (?NYSE?) that Cobalt is no longer in compliance with certain continued list

February 28, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d259399d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 27, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdi

February 14, 2017 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / PAULSON & CO. INC. Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to desi

February 10, 2017 SC 13G/A

Cobalt International Energy 3G/A (Passive Acquisition of More Than 5% of Shares)

SC 13G/A 1 cobaltinternationalenergyinc.htm SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1 )* Name of issuer: Cobalt International Energy Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 19075F106 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2016 Check the appropriate box to desig

February 9, 2017 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6 )* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to

January 30, 2017 EX-10.1

Exchange Agreement, dated January 30, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and the Holders named in Schedule I thereto (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on January 30, 2017)

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 EXCHANGE AGREEMENT THIS EXCHANGE AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of January 30, 2017 by and among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), the Guarantors party hereto, and the holders, named in Schedule I hereto (the ?Holders?), of the Company?s (i) 2.625% Convertible Senior Notes due 2019 (the ?2019 Notes?), which wer

January 30, 2017 EX-10.2

First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of January 30, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association related to the 7.75% Second Lien Senior Secured Notes due 2023 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on January 30, 2017)

EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE First Supplemental Indenture (this ?First Supplemental Indenture?), dated as of January 30, 2017, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), the Guarantors (as defined in the Indenture referred to below) party hereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trustee and collateral agent (the ?Trustee?). W

January 30, 2017 8-K

Cobalt International Energy FORM 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): January 30, 2017 Cobalt International Energy, Inc.

January 30, 2017 SC 13G

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / CARLSON CAPITAL L P - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G 1 carlsoncobalt13g12312016.htm SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of

January 17, 2017 CORRESP

Cobalt International Energy ESP

CORRESP January 17, 2017 Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.

January 13, 2017 S-3/A

Cobalt International Energy S-3/A

S-3/A Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 13, 2017 Registration No.

December 22, 2016 EX-12.1

Fixed charges:

EX-12.1 Exhibit 12.1 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2016 Year ended December 31, 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 ($ in thousands) Fixed charges: Interest expense $ 46,650 $ 63,376 $ 74,768 $ 65,376 $ 3,212 ? Capitalized interest 89,067 105,819 58,458 17,700 ? ? Total $ 135,717 $ 169,195 $ 133,226 $ 83,076 $ 3,212 ? Earnings: Pretax loss from continuing operations $ (444,938 ) $ (498,545 ) $ (317,248 ) $

December 22, 2016 EX-25.1

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

EX-25.1 6 d297912dex251.htm EX-25.1 Exhibit 25.1 File No. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☒ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of trustee as specifi

December 22, 2016 EX-4.1

COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. SENIOR INDENTURE Dated as of , 20 WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 Definitions and Other Provisions of General Application Section 1.01. Definitions 1 Section 1.02.

EX-4.1 2 d297912dex41.htm EX-4.1 Exhibit 4.1 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. SENIOR INDENTURE Dated as of , 20 WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 Definitions and Other Provisions of General Application Section 1.01. Definitions 1 Section 1.02. Compliance Certificates and Opinions 7 Section 1.03. Form of Documents Delivered to Trustee 8 Section 1.0

December 22, 2016 S-3

Cobalt International Energy S-3

S-3 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 22, 2016 Registration No.

December 7, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Completion of its Debt Exchange and Financing Transaction

EX-99.1 5 d309480dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Completion of its Debt Exchange and Financing Transaction HOUSTON, TX—December 7, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced the completion of its previously announced debt exchange and financing transaction with certain holders (the “Holders

December 7, 2016 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

8-K 1 d309480d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 6, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jur

December 7, 2016 EX-10.1

Purchase and Exchange Agreement, dated December 6, 2016, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and the Holders named in Schedule I thereto (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on December 7, 2016)

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version PURCHASE AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT THIS PURCHASE AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of December 6, 2016 by and among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), the Guarantors party hereto, and the holders, named in Schedule I hereto (the “Holders”), of the Company’s (i) 2.625% Convertible Senior

December 7, 2016 EX-10.3

Second Lien Indenture, dated as of December 6, 2016, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trustee and collateral agent for the Second Lien Notes (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.3 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on December 7, 2016)

EX-10.3 4 d309480dex103.htm EX-10.3 Exhibit 10.3 Execution Version SENIOR SECURED NOTES INDENTURE Dated as of December 6, 2016 Among COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. THE SUBSIDIARY GUARANTORS LISTED ON THE SIGNATURE PAGES HERETO and WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee and Collateral Agent 7.750% SECOND-LIEN SENIOR SECURED NOTES DUE 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS

December 7, 2016 EX-10.2

First Lien Indenture, dated as of December 6, 2016, among Cobalt International Energy, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trustee and collateral agent for the First Lien Notes (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on December 7, 2016)

EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 Execution Version SENIOR SECURED NOTES INDENTURE Dated as of December 6, 2016 Among COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. THE SUBSIDIARY GUARANTORS LISTED ON THE SIGNATURE PAGES HERETO and WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee and Collateral Agent 10.750% FIRST-LIEN SENIOR SECURED NOTES DUE 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS AND INCORPORATION BY REFEREN

November 10, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d273905d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 10, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Ju

November 10, 2016 EX-10.1

Separation and Consulting Agreement and General Release of Claims dated as of November 1, 2016 between Cobalt International Energy, Inc. and James W. Farnsworth (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on November 10, 2016)

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 SEPARATION AND CONSULTING AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS This SEPARATION AND CONSULTING AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS (the ?Agreement?) dated as of November 10, 2016 (the ?Signing Date?) is entered into by and between Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and James W. Farnsworth (?Executive?). The Company and Executive ar

November 7, 2016 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d266300d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 4, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisd

November 7, 2016 EX-99.1

At this time, Cobalt is working with Sonangol to understand the financial and operational implications of the failure to consummate the previously announced Angola sale transaction Particularly with respect to the return of the $250mm deposit payment

EX-99.1 Diligence Information for Creditors October 31, 2016 Exhibit 99.1 At this time, Cobalt is working with Sonangol to understand the financial and operational implications of the failure to consummate the previously announced Angola sale transaction Particularly with respect to the return of the $250mm deposit payment from Sonangol and the ~$169mm of estimated receivables owed to the Company

November 3, 2016 10-Q

Cobalt International Energy CIE-Q2-20160930 (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 cie-10q20160930.htm CIE-Q2-20160930 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10–Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2016 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commiss

November 2, 2016 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d284679d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 2, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other J

November 2, 2016 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Cobalt International Energy, Inc., effective as of October 27, 2016 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 3.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on November 2, 2016)

EX-3.1 2 d284679dex31.htm EX-3.1 Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. (as amended and restated effective as of October 27, 2016) ARTICLE 1 OFFICES Section 1.01. Registered Office. The registered office of the Corporation shall be in the City of Wilmington, County of New Castle, State of Delaware. Section 1.02. Other Offices. The Corporation may also have off

November 1, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? November 1, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $213.7 million, or $0.52 per basic and diluted share for the third quarter of 2016, compared to a net

November 1, 2016 8-K

Cobalt International Energy 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 1, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

September 15, 2016 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 15, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc.

September 15, 2016 EX-10.1

Amendment No. 2 to the Drilling Contract for the Rowan Reliance, dated September 15, 2016, between Cobalt International Energy, L.P., Cobalt International Energy, Inc. and Rowan (UK) Reliance Limited (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on September 16, 2016)

EX-10.1 2 d257235dex101.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT NO. 2 To the Drilling Contract For The Rowan Reliance THIS AMENDMENT NO. 2 (this “Amendment”) is entered into and made effective as of this 15th day of September 2016 (the “Effective Date”) BY AND AMONG: (1) COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, L.P., a limited partnership organized and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware and having it

September 15, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Agreement for the Early Termination of its Rowan Reliance Drillship Contract

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Agreement for the Early Termination of its Rowan Reliance Drillship Contract Houston, Texas ? September 15, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE: CIE) today announced that it has entered into an amendment to its drilling contract (?Amendment?) with Rowan (UK) Reliance Limited, an affi

September 7, 2016 8-K

Other Events

8-K 1 d244643d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 7, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 ](State or other Jurisd

August 23, 2016 8-K

Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement

8-K 1 d242395d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 23, 2016 (August 22, 2016) Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (S

August 17, 2016 EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Jeffrey A.

August 2, 2016 10-Q

Cobalt International Energy CIE-Q2-20160630 (Quarterly Report)

cie-10q20160630.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10?Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2016 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001?34579 C

August 2, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 2, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (C

August 2, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? August 2, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $200.4 million, or $0.49 per basic and diluted share for the second quarter of 2016, compared to a net

August 2, 2016 EX-10.2

Form of Participation Agreement under the Company’s Executive Severance and Change in Control Benefit Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on August 2, 2016)

Exhibit 10.2 [COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LETTERHEAD] [DATE] [NAME OF ELIGIBLE EXECUTIVE] Re: Participation Agreement – Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Executive Severance and Change in Control Benefit Plan Dear [FIRST NAME OF ELIGIBLE EXECUTIVE]: We are pleased to inform you that you have been designated as eligible to participate in the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Executive Severan

August 2, 2016 EX-10.4

Offer Letter from Cobalt International Energy, Inc. to Rod Skaufel (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.4 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on August 2, 2016)

Exhibit 10.4 July 29, 2016 Rodney M. Skaufel Dear Rod: It has been a pleasure discussing with you opportunities for joining the Cobalt team, and I am pleased to follow up on those conversations. I would like to confirm our offer for employment as President, Operations reporting to me. Your starting pay will be $52,083 monthly ($625,000 annualized) and your anticipated start date is August 16, 2016

August 2, 2016 EX-10.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Executive Severance and Change in Control Benefit Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on August 2, 2016)

EX-10.1 2 cie-ex101404.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AND CHANGE IN CONTROL BENEFIT PLAN 1. Purpose. Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) has adopted this Executive Severance and Change in Control Benefit Plan (the “Plan”) to provide severance pay and benefits to eligible officers and management employees of the Company who are Eligible

August 2, 2016 EX-10.3

Form of Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.3 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on August 2, 2016)

Exhibit 10.3 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. 2015 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement [] Grant You have been granted an award of performance stock units (this “Award”) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 2015 Long Term Incentive Plan (the “Plan”). Unless defined in this Award Agreement (includi

July 11, 2016 EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Jeffrey A.

July 7, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 6, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc.

July 7, 2016 EX-10.1

Offer Letter from Cobalt International Energy, Inc. to David D. Powell, dated July 6, 2016 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on July 7, 2016)

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 July 6, 2016 David D. Powell 2 Shannon Circle Houston, Texas 77024 Dear David: It has been a pleasure discussing with you opportunities for joining the Cobalt team, and I am pleased to follow up on those conversations. I would like to confirm our offer for employment as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President reporting to me. Your starting pay will be $42,500 mont

July 7, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Names David D. Powell as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Names David D. Powell as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President HOUSTON, TX ? July 7, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced that it has named David D. Powell as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President. Mr. Powell previously served as Chief Financia

July 5, 2016 S-8

Cobalt International Energy S-8

S-8 1 d220033ds8.htm S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 5, 2016 Registration No. 333- SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 27-0821169 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Org

July 5, 2016 EX-99.1

COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. Inducement Restricted Stock Award Agreement

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. Inducement Restricted Stock Award Agreement You have been granted restricted stock (this ?Award?) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A. In the event of a conflict among the provisions of this Award Agreement (including Attachment A, this ?Agreement?) and any descriptive materials provided to you, the provisions

July 5, 2016 EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Jeffrey A.

June 17, 2016 8-K

Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement

8-K 1 d214187d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): June 17, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdictio

May 31, 2016 EX-10.1

Offer Letter from Cobalt International Energy, Inc. to Timothy J. Cutt, dated May 30, 2016 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on May 31, 2016)

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 May 30, 2016 Timothy J. Cutt Dear Tim: On behalf of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the ?Company?), I am pleased to extend this offer of employment as Chief Executive Officer. We anticipate your employment beginning on July 2, 2016 or a mutually agreed start date (the ?Start Date?). You will be paid an annualized base salary of $1,000,000, less applicable tax and other with

May 31, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Appointment of Timothy Cutt as Chief Executive Officer

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Appointment of Timothy Cutt as Chief Executive Officer HOUSTON, TX ? May 31, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced the appointment of Timothy J. Cutt as Chief Executive Officer and as a Class I member of the Board of Directors, each effective July 2, 2016. Mr. Cutt

May 31, 2016 EX-10.2

Severance Agreement, dated May 30, 2016, between Cobalt International Energy, Inc. and Timothy J. Cutt (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on May 31, 2016)

EX-10.2 3 d189267dex102.htm EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 SEVERANCE BENEFIT AGREEMENT This Severance Benefit Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made May 30, 2016, by and between Timothy J. Cutt (“Executive”) and Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”), effective as of July 2, 2016 (the “Effective Date”). The Company and Executive are referred to individually herein as a “Party” and collectively as t

May 31, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d189267d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 28, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdicti

May 3, 2016 EX-99.1

Amended and Restated Non–Employee Directors Compensation Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S–8 filed with the SEC on May 3, 2016)

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS COMPENSATION PLAN (as of April 28, 2016) Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Amended and Restated Non-Employee Directors Compensation Plan (the ?Plan?) is to attract and retain the services of experienced non-employee directors for Cobalt International Energy, Inc

May 3, 2016 S-8

Cobalt International Energy S-8

S-8 1 d180771ds8.htm S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 3, 2016 Registration No. 333- SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 27-0821169 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Orga

May 3, 2016 10-Q

Cobalt International Energy 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

cie-10q20160331.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10?Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001?34579

May 3, 2016 8-K

Cobalt International Energy 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 3, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (

May 3, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2016 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? May 3, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $30.8 million, or $0.08 per basic and diluted share for the first quarter of 2016, compared to a net loss

April 29, 2016 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 d188595d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 28, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jur

March 18, 2016 DEFA14A

Cobalt International Energy DEFA14A

DEFA14A 1 d131059ddefa14a.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

March 18, 2016 DEF 14A

Cobalt International Energy DEF 14A

DEF 14A 1 d131059ddef14a.htm DEF 14A Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Com

March 16, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): March 11, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (C

March 16, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Executive Officer Change

.1EX-99 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Executive Officer Change HOUSTON, TX ? (BUSINESS WIRE) ? March 16, 2016 ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE: CIE) today announced that effective June 30, 2016, Van P. Whitfield, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, will resign from his current role. Mr. Whitfield will assume the role of

March 2, 2016 EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY

POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Jeffrey A.

February 22, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 22, 2016 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

February 22, 2016 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2015 Results and Provides Operational Update

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2015 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? February 22, 2016 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $325.0 million, or $0.80 per basic and diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2015, c

February 22, 2016 EX-10.47

Form of Special Restricted Stock Award Agreement, dated January 15, 2016 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.47 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 22, 2016)

Exhibit 10.47 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Special Restricted Stock Award Agreement 2016 Grant You have been granted restricted stock (this “Award”) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan (the “Plan”). Unless defined in this Award Agreement (including Attachment A, th

February 22, 2016 EX-21.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List

Exhibit 21.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Formation Cobalt International Energy GP, LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy, L.P. Delaware Cobalt GOM LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #1 LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #2 LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy Overseas Ltd. Cayman Islands Cobalt International Energy Angola Ltd. Cayman Islands CIE Angola Block 9 Ltd

February 22, 2016 EX-10.49

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s 2015 Long–Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.49 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 22, 2016)

Exhibit 10.49 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. 2015 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement [ ] Grant You have been granted an award of restricted stock units (this “Award”) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 2015 Long Term Incentive Plan (the “Plan”). Unless defined in this Award Agreement (includi

February 22, 2016 10-K

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 10-K - Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-34579 Cobalt Internat

February 22, 2016 EX-10.48

Form of Special Non-Qualified Stock Option Award Agreement, dated January 15, 2016 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.48 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 22, 2016)

Exhibit 10.48 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Special Non-Qualified Stock Option Award Agreement 2016 Grant You have been granted an option (the “Option”) to purchase shares of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (this “Award”) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan (the “

February 22, 2016 EX-12.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges

Exhibit 12.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Year Ended December 31, 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 Fixed charges: Interest expense $ 63,376 $ 74,768 $ 65,376 $ 3,212 — Capitalized interest 105,819 58,458 17,700 — — Total $ 169,195 $ 133,226 $ 83,076 $ 3,212 — Earnings: Pretax loss from continuing (498,545 ) $ (317,248 ) $ (404,512 ) $ (231,053 ) $ (7

February 22, 2016 EX-99.1

January 21, 2016

Exhibit 99.1 January 21, 2016 Mr. James H. Painter Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 920 Memorial City Way, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77024 Dear Mr. Painter: In accordance with your request, we have estimated the proved undeveloped reserves and future revenue, as of December 31, 2015, to the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Cobalt) interest in Heidelberg Field, Green Canyon Block 859 Unit, which

February 16, 2016 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / PAULSON & CO. INC. Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to desi

February 11, 2016 SC 13G

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

cobaltinternationalenergy.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 0 )* Name of issuer: Cobalt International Energy Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 19075F106 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2015 Chec

February 11, 2016 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 SEC13GFiling.htm SEC SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5 )* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appr

February 4, 2016 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / FRANKLIN RESOURCES INC Passive Investment

CUSIP NO. 19075F106 13G Page 1 of 13 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, $0.01 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check

November 3, 2015 EX-10.3

SEPARATION AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS

Exhibit 10.3 SEPARATION AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS This SEPARATION AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS (the ?Agreement?) is entered into by and between Cobalt International Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and John P. Wilkirson (?Executive?) (the Company and Executive are referred to individually as a ?Party? and collectively as the ?Parties?). WITNESSETH WHER

November 3, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 a2226287z10-q.htm 10-Q Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO S

November 3, 2015 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2015 Results and Provides Updates on Successful Appraisal Operations at North Platte, Anchor and Shenandoah

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2015 Results and Provides Updates on Successful Appraisal Operations at North Platte, Anchor and Shenandoah HOUSTON, TX ? November 3, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $49.7 million, or $0.12 per basic and diluted

November 3, 2015 EX-10.4

Severance Agreement, dated August 25, 2015, by and between Cobalt International Energy, Inc. and Shannon E. Young, III (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.4 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on November 3, 2015)

Exhibit 10.4 SEVERANCE AGREEMENT dated as of August 25, 2015 between COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC., (the Company) and Shannon (Shane) E. Young III, (Employee) TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS Section 1.01. Definitions. 2 ARTICLE 2 TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT Section 2.01. Termination of Employment 6 Section 2.02. Deemed Resignations 7 ARTICLE 3 SEVERANCE BENEFITS/CHANGE IN CONTROL Se

November 3, 2015 EX-10.2

Restated Overriding Royalty Agreement, dated February 13, 2009, by and between Whitton Petroleum Services Limited, CIE Angola Block 9 Ltd., CIE Angola Block 20 Ltd., CIE Angola Block 21 Ltd., and Cobalt International Energy, L.P. (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on November 3, 2015)

EX-10.2 3 a2226287zex-102.htm EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 DATED 13 February 2009 (1) WHITTON PETROLEUM SERVICES LIMITED and (2) CIE ANGOLA BLOCK 9 LIMITED CIE ANGOLA BLOCK 20 LIMITED CIE ANGOLA BLOCK 21 LIMITED and (3) COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY L.P. RESTATEMENT AGREEMENT RELATING TO OVERRIDING ROYALTY AGREEMENTS FOR BLOCKS 9, 20 AND 21 OFFSHORE ANGOLA THIS RESTATEMENT AGREEMENT is dated 13 February 200

November 3, 2015 EX-10.1

Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated August 22, 2015, by and between Cobalt International Energy Angola Ltd. and Sociedade Nacional de Combustíveis de Angola—Empresa Pública (Sonangol E.P.) (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on November 3, 2015)

Exhibit 10.1 PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, dated the 22nd day of August 2015 (the ?Execution Date?), is entered into by and between: PARTIES (1) COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY ANGOLA LTD., a company incorporated and existing under the laws of the Cayman Islands (?Seller?); and (2) SOCIEDADE NACIONAL DE COMBUST?VEIS DE ANGOLA - EMPRESA P?BLICA (SONANGOL E.P.), a company with headquarters

November 3, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a15-1790248k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 3, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Juri

September 3, 2015 EX-24

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Jeffrey A.

August 25, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 a15-1847818k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 24, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Juris

August 25, 2015 EX-99.1

Shannon E. Young, III Joins Cobalt International Energy, Inc. as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President

Exhibit 99.1 Shannon E. Young, III Joins Cobalt International Energy, Inc. as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President HOUSTON, TX ? August 25, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced that Shannon (Shane) E. Young, III will join Cobalt as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President. Mr. Young is currently Senior Vice Presi

August 24, 2015 EX-99.1

Sonangol and Cobalt Announce US$1.75 Billion Transaction

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Sonangol and Cobalt Announce US$1.75 Billion Transaction HOUSTON, TX ? August 24, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? The Angolan National Concessionaire Sociedade Nacional de Combust?veis de Angola ? Empresa P?blica (?Sonangol?) and Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced the signing of a Sale and Purchase Agreement for Sonangol to acquire all of Cobal

August 24, 2015 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 22, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (

August 4, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 a2225453z10-q.htm 10-Q Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTIO

August 4, 2015 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2015 Results and Provides Operational Update

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2015 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? August 4, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $66.8 million, or $0.16 per basic and diluted share for the second quarter of 2015, compared to a net loss of $94.8 million, or $0.23 per

August 4, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 4, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (C

June 19, 2015 CORRESP

Cobalt International Energy ESP

June 19, 2015 Re: Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the ?Company?) Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2014 (the ?Form 10-K?) Filed February 23, 2015 File No. 001-34579 Mr. Karl Hiller Branch Chief Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street N.E. Washington, DC 20549-4628 Dear Mr. Hiller: This letter is in response to your letter dated June 8, 2015. We have set forth your comment

June 3, 2015 EX-10.1

up to US$650,000,000 BORROWING BASE FACILITY AGREEMENT dated 29 May 2015 COBALT GOM #1 LLC arranged by SOCIETE GENERALE, LONDON BRANCH, SG AMERICAS SECURITIES, LLC, CREDIT AGRICOLE CORPORATE & INVESTMENT BANK, NATIXIS, NEW YORK BRANCH, and COMMONWEAL

Exhibit 10.1 Execution version up to US$650,000,000 BORROWING BASE FACILITY AGREEMENT dated 29 May 2015 for COBALT GOM #1 LLC arranged by SOCIETE GENERALE, LONDON BRANCH, SG AMERICAS SECURITIES, LLC, CREDIT AGRICOLE CORPORATE & INVESTMENT BANK, NATIXIS, NEW YORK BRANCH, and COMMONWEALTH BANK OF AUSTRALIA as Mandated Lead Arrangers with SOCIETE GENERALE acting as Administrative Agent SOCIETE GENERA

June 3, 2015 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 29, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

May 5, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a15-1071018k.htm CURRENT REPORT OF MATERIAL EVENTS OR CORPORATE CHANGES UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 5, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Dela

May 5, 2015 S-8

Cobalt International Energy S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 5, 2015 Registration No.

May 5, 2015 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 2015 Long Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Registration Statement on Form S–8 filed with the SEC on May 5, 2015)

Exhibit 99.1 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. 2015 LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 2015 Long Term Incentive Plan (as amended from time to time, the ?Plan?) is to motivate and reward those employees and other individuals who are expected to contribute significantly to the success of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (together with i

May 5, 2015 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2015 Results and Provides Operational Update

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2015 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX ? May 5, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) ? Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (?Cobalt?) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $82 million, or $0.20 per basic and diluted share for the first quarter of 2015, compared to a net loss of $57 million, or $0.14 per basic an

May 5, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

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May 1, 2015 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 a15-1050218k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 30, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisd

March 20, 2015 DEF 14A

Cobalt International Energy DEF 14A

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March 20, 2015 DEFA14A

Cobalt International Energy DEFA14A

DEFA14A 1 a15-42533defa14a.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

February 23, 2015 EX-21.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List

EX-21.1 11 a2223005zex-211.htm EX-21.1 QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 21.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Formation Cobalt International Energy GP, LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy, L.P. Delaware Cobalt GOM LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #1 LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #2 LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy O

February 23, 2015 EX-10.34

Employment Agreement, dated November 3, 2014, between Cobalt International Energy Inc. and James W. Farnsworth (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.34 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 23, 2015)

Exhibit 10.34 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT dated as of November 3, 2014, between COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC., (the Company) and JAMES W. FARNSWORTH, (Employee) TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS Section 1.01. Definitions 2 ARTICLE 2 EFFECTIVENESS; TERM OF AGREEMENT; TERMINATION OF PRIOR AGREEMENT Section 2.01. Effectiveness; Term of Agreement 8 Section 2.02. Termination of Prior Agreement;

February 23, 2015 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

10-K 1 a2223005z10-k.htm 10-K Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fisc

February 23, 2015 EX-10.33

Van P. Whitfield

EX-10.33 2 a2223005zex-1033.htm EX-10.33 Exhibit 10.33 November 3, 2014 Van P. Whitfield Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Cobalt Center 920 Memorial City Way, Suite 100 Houston, TX 77024 Dear Van: In accordance with the notification requirements of Section 15.07 of your employment agreement with Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) dated as of September 6, 2011 (the “Employment Agree

February 23, 2015 EX-99.1

January 22, 2015

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 99.1 January 22, 2015 Mr. James H. Painter Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 920 Memorial City Way, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77024 Dear Mr. Painter: In accordance with your request, we have estimated the proved undeveloped reserves and future revenue, as of December 31, 2014, to the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Cobalt)

February 23, 2015 EX-10.39

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Long Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.39 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 23, 2015)

Exhibit 10.39 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement [Year] Grant You have been granted an award of restricted stock units (this ?Award?) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?). Unless defined in this Award Agreement (including Atta

February 23, 2015 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX — February 23, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $217 million, or $0.53 per basic and diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2014, compared to a net loss of $222 million

February 23, 2015 EX-10.38

Form of Stock Appreciation Right Award Agreement under Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Long Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.38 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 23, 2015)

Exhibit 10.38 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Stock Appreciation Right Award Agreement [Year] Grant You have been granted a stock appreciation right (the ?SAR?) that represents a right to acquire shares of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (this ?Award?) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Long Te

February 23, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 23, 2015 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

February 23, 2015 EX-10.35

Employment Agreement, dated November 3, 2014, between Cobalt International Energy Inc. and James H. Painter (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.35 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 23, 2015)

Exhibit 10.35 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT dated as of November 3, 2014, between COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC., (the Company) and JAMES H. PAINTER, (Employee) TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS Section 1.01. Definitions 2 ARTICLE 2 EFFECTIVENESS; TERM OF AGREEMENT; TERMINATION OF PRIOR AGREEMENT Section 2.01. Effectiveness; Term of Agreement 8 Section 2.02. Termination of Prior Agreement; Co

February 23, 2015 EX-10.36

Form of Special Restricted Stock Award Agreement, dated January 15, 2015 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.36 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 23, 2015)

Exhibit 10.36 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Special Restricted Stock Award Agreement 2015 Grant You have been granted restricted stock (this ?Award?) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?). Unless defined in this Award Agreement (including Attachment A, this ?A

February 23, 2015 EX-12.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 12.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Year Ended December 31, 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 ($ in thousands) Fixed Charges: Interest expense $ 74,768 $ 65,376 $ 3,140 Capitalized interest 58,458 17,699 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Total $ 133,226 $ 83,075 $ 3,140 ? ? ? ?

February 23, 2015 EX-10.37

Form of Special Non–Qualified Stock Option Award Agreement, dated January 15, 2015 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.37 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 23, 2015)

Exhibit 10.37 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Special Non-Qualified Stock Option Award Agreement 2015 Grant You have been granted an option (the ?Option?) to purchase shares of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (this ?Award?) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?

February 23, 2015 EX-10.40

Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement under Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Long Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.40 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10–K filed with the SEC on February 23, 2015)

Exhibit 10.40 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. LONG TERM INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Award Agreement [Year] Grant You have been granted restricted stock (this ?Award?) on the following terms and subject to the provisions of Attachment A and the Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?). Unless defined in this Award Agreement (including Attachment A, this ?Agreeme

February 17, 2015 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / PAULSON & CO. INC. Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 formsc13ga-cobalt.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement)

February 12, 2015 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4 )* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to

February 4, 2015 SC 13G

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / FRANKLIN RESOURCES INC Passive Investment

SC 13G 1 coba14in.htm CUSIP NO. 19075F106 13G Page 1 of 14 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, $0.01 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of t

November 4, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 4, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

November 4, 2014 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX — November 4, 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $143 million, or $0.35 per basic and diluted share for the third quarter of 2014, compared to a net loss of $160 million, or $0.39 per b

November 4, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

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August 28, 2014 CORRESP

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. CORRESP - -

August 28, 2014 Re: Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2013 (the “Form 10-K”) Filed February 27, 2014 File No. 1-34579 Mr. Karl Hiller Branch Chief Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street N.E. Washington, DC 20549-4628 Dear Mr. Hiller: This letter is in response to your letter dated August 21, 2014. We have set forth your comm

August 27, 2014 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 26, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (

August 11, 2014 SC 13G

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / PAULSON & CO. INC. - AUGUST 11, 2014 Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (RULE 13d - 102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-2(b) Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) July 31, 2014 (Date of Event which

August 6, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

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August 5, 2014 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update HOUSTON, TX — August 5, 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $95 million, or $0.23 per basic and diluted share for the second quarter of 2014, compared to a net loss of $79 million, or $0.19 per bas

August 5, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 5, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (C

May 13, 2014 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 8, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

May 13, 2014 EX-4.1

Second Supplemental Indenture, dated as of May 13, 2014 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 4.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8–K filed with the SEC on May 13, 2014)

Exhibit 4.1 Execution Version COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. as the Company and WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Dated as of May 13, 2014 to SENIOR INDENTURE Dated as of December 17, 2012 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS AND PROVISIONS OF GENERAL APPLICATION Section 1.01 Scope of Second Suppleme

May 13, 2014 EX-1.1

$1,150,000,000 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 1.1 EXECUTION VERSION $1,150,000,000 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT May 8, 2014 Goldman, Sachs & Co. 200 West Street New York, New York 10282 RBC Capital Markets, LLC Three World Financial Center 200 Vesey Street New York, New York 10281 As Representatives of the Several Underwriters Dear Sirs: 1. Introductory. Cobalt Inter

May 9, 2014 424B5

CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of Each Class of Securities to be Registered Amount to be Registered(1) Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Amount of Registration Fee(2) 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024 $1,3

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May 8, 2014 FWP

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024

FWP 1 a14-119033fwp.htm PRICING TERM SHEET Pricing Term Sheet Issuer Free Writing Prospectus Dated May 8, 2014 Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-193117 supplementing the Preliminary Prospectus Supplement dated May 7, 2014 (To Prospectus dated December 30, 2013) Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024 The information in this pricing term sh

May 7, 2014 424B3

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED MAY 7, 2014 PRELIMINARY PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT

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May 1, 2014 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update on its West Africa and Gulf of Mexico Operations

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2014 Results and Provides Operational Update on its West Africa and Gulf of Mexico Operations HOUSTON, TX — May 1, 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $57 million, or $0.14 per basic and diluted share for the first quarter of 2014, compared to

May 1, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a14-1147328k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 1, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdict

May 1, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 a2219809z10-q.htm 10-Q Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

April 30, 2014 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 a14-1147318k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): April 29, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisd

March 14, 2014 DEFA14A

- DEFINITIVE ADDITIONAL PROXY SOLICITING MATERIALS

DEFA14A 1 a14-24662defa14a.htm DEFINITIVE ADDITIONAL PROXY SOLICITING MATERIALS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confide

March 14, 2014 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

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February 27, 2014 EX-12.1

Year Ended December 31, 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 ($ in thousands) Fixed Charges: Interest expense $ 65,376 $ 3,140 Capitalized interest 17,699 — Total $ 83,075 $ 3,140 Earnings: Pretax (loss) income from continuing operations $ (589,024 ) $ (282,999

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 12.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Year Ended December 31, 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 ($ in thousands) Fixed Charges: Interest expense $ 65,376 $ 3,140 Capitalized interest 17,699 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Total $ 83,075 $ 3,140 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?

February 27, 2014 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

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February 27, 2014 EX-21.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 21.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Subsidiary List Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Formation Cobalt International Energy GP, LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy, L.P. Delaware Cobalt GOM LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #1 LLC Delaware Cobalt GOM #2 LLC Delaware Cobalt International Energy Overseas Ltd. Cayman Islands Cobalt Inte

February 27, 2014 EX-99.1

January 20, 2014

EX-99.1 10 a2218243zex-991.htm EX-99.1 QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 99.1 January 20, 2014 Mr. James H. Painter Cobalt International Energy, Inc. 920 Memorial City Way, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77024 Dear Mr. Painter: In accordance with your request, we have estimated the proved undeveloped reserves and future revenue, as of December 31, 2013, to the Cob

February 27, 2014 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year- End 2013 Results and Provides Operational Update on its West Africa Drilling Operations

EX-99.1 2 a14-68501ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year- End 2013 Results and Provides Operational Update on its West Africa Drilling Operations HOUSTON, TX — February 27, 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $222 million, or $0.55 per basic and dilute

February 27, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 27, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

February 14, 2014 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / C/R Energy GP III, LLC - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 a14-57562sc13ga.htm SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2013 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropri

February 14, 2014 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 secfiling.htm DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2013 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appro

February 14, 2014 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / MACAULAY WILLIAM E - AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 d677270dsc13ga.htm AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Shares of Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F 106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2013 (Date of Event W

February 12, 2014 SC 13G/A

CIE / Cobalt International Energy, Inc. / KERN Cobalt Co-Invest Partners AP LP - COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. FORM SC 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Amendment No. 3) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER SHARE (Title of Class of Securities) 19075F 106 (CUSIP Number) DECEMBER 31, 2013 (Date of event which requires filing of this statement) Check the appropriate box to desi

February 11, 2014 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a14-545118k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 10, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Juri

January 28, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits - CURRENT REPORT OF MATERIAL EVENTS OR CORPORATE CHANGES

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): January 28, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

January 28, 2014 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Reports Change in Board of Directors

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Reports Change in Board of Directors HOUSTON, TX — (BUSINESS WIRE) — January 28, 2014 — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE: CIE) announced the resignation of Kenneth A. Pontarelli and Peter R. Coneway from its Board of Directors, each effective today. Mr. Pontarelli is a Managing Director in the Merchant Banking Division o

January 8, 2014 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a14-141618k.htm CURRENT REPORT OF MATERIAL EVENTS OR CORPORATE CHANGES UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): January 8, 2014 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) D

December 30, 2013 EX-12.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 12.1 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013 Year Ended December 31, 2012 2011 2010 2009 ($ in thousands) Fixed Charges: Interest expense $ 51,027 $ 3,140 — — — Capitalized interest 10,893 — — — — Total $ 61,920 $ 3,140 — — — Earnings: Pretax (

December 30, 2013 S-3ASR

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S-3ASR 1 a2217736zs-3asr.htm S-3ASR Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 30, 2013 Registration No. 333- SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as

December 30, 2013 EX-25.1

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document Exhibit 25.1 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ý CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name

December 16, 2013 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Election of Former Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison to its Board of Directors

EX-99.1 2 a13-263961ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Election of Former Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison to its Board of Directors HOUSTON, TX — December 16, 2013 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced the election of former United States Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison to Cobalt’s Board of Director

December 16, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 a13-2639618k.htm CURRENT REPORT OF MATERIAL EVENTS OR CORPORATE CHANGES UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): December 16, 2013 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter

October 29, 2013 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2013 Results and Discoveries at Lontra and Mavinga

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2013 Results and Discoveries at Lontra and Mavinga HOUSTON, TX — October 29, 2013 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $160 million, or $0.39 per basic and diluted share for the third quarter of 2013, compared to a net loss of $39 million, or $0.10

October 29, 2013 EX-10.1

Offshore Drilling Contract between Cobalt International Energy, L.P. and Rowan Reliance Limited, dated August 5, 2013 (incorporated by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to Cobalt International Energy Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10–Q filed with the SEC on October 29, 2013)

Exhibit 10.1 10-Q Filing CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUESTED. INFORMATION FOR WHICH CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT HAS BEEN REQUESTED IS OMITTED AND MARKED WITH “[***]”. AN UNREDACTED VERSION OF THE DOCUMENT HAS ALSO BEEN FURNISHED SEPARATELY TO THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION AS REQUIRED BY RULE 24B-2 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED. Execution Version OFFSHORE DRILLING CONTRACT

October 29, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): October 29, 2013 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

October 29, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

September 13, 2013 CORRESP

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CORRESP 1 filename1.htm September 13, 2013 Re: Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2012 (the “Form 10-K”) Filed February 26, 2013 Definitive Proxy Statement filed March 21, 2013 (the “Proxy Statement”) Response dated August 21, 2013 File No. 1-34579 Ms. Anne Nguyen Parker Branch Chief Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street N.E

August 21, 2013 CORRESP

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CORRESP 1 filename1.htm August 21, 2013 Re: Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2012 (the “Form 10-K”) Filed February 26, 2013 Definitive Proxy Statement filed March 21, 2013 (the “Proxy Statement”) File No. 1-34579 Ms. Anne Nguyen Parker Branch Chief Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street N.E. Washington, DC 20549-4628 Dear M

August 9, 2013 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

8-K 1 a13-1807018k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): August 5, 2013 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisd

July 30, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

July 30, 2013 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2013 Results and Provides Operational Update on its Gulf of Mexico and West Africa Drilling Operations

EX-99.1 2 a13-173611ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2013 Results and Provides Operational Update on its Gulf of Mexico and West Africa Drilling Operations HOUSTON, TX— July 30, 2013 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE:CIE) today announced a net loss of $79 million, or $0.19 per basic and dilute

July 30, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): July 30, 2013 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Co

May 28, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 a13-1343018k.htm CURRENT REPORT OF MATERIAL EVENTS OR CORPORATE CHANGES UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 28, 2013 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Del

May 28, 2013 EX-99.1

Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Reports Change in Board of Directors

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Cobalt International Energy, Inc. Reports Change in Board of Directors HOUSTON, TX — (BUSINESS WIRE) — May 28, 2013 — Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt”) (NYSE: CIE) today announced the resignation of each of Michael G. France, N. John Lancaster and Scott L. Lebovitz from its Board of Directors, each effective immediately. Mr. France resigned as a Class III Direc

May 10, 2013 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits - CURRENT REPORT OF MATERIAL EVENTS OR CORPORATE CHANGES

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 7, 2013 Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34579 27-0821169 (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

May 10, 2013 EX-1.1

50,000,000 Shares COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. Common Stock UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 1.1 EXECUTION VERSION 50,000,000 Shares COBALT INTERNATIONAL ENERGY, INC. Common Stock UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT May 7, 2013 Citigroup Global Markets Inc. 388 Greenwich Street New York, NY, 10013 As Representative of the Several Underwriters Dear Sirs: 1. Introductory. The stockholders listed in Schedule A hereto (the “Selling Stockholders”) agree severally to sell to the several Underwriters

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