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PROJECTS

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Covers project work from early screening studies to successfully executed projects. Includes presentations on technical issues involved in complex deepwater projects, design optimizations, startup issues, and reports on production facility installations.

Session Chairpersons: Wael ElLaithy, IPR Energy Red Sea
Sunil Kokal, Saudi Aramco
0830 124560 A Simplified Subsea Separation and Pumping System
S. Haheim, Shell; X. Gaillard, Sulzer Pumps
0850 123790 Planning and Procedures for the Initial Startup of Subsea Production Systems
H.J. Duhon, J.L. Garduno, N. Robinson, Gibson Applied Technology and Engineering
0910 121461 Applying Well Remediation Techniques to Subsea Flow Lines in Deepwater Gulf of Mexico
L. Hudson, G. Brown, Schlumberger; T. Breithaupt, Shell

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DISTRIBUTED TEMPERATURE SENSING AND PRODUCTION PROFILING

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Describes the application of wellbore thermal models, distributed temperature measurements, and biochemical analysis of produced oilfield fluids; for the evaluation of inflow profiling on production wells and injection profiling in acid stimulation treatments.

Session Chairpersons: Philippe Legrand, Baker Hughes
Bobby Poe, Schlumberger
0830 124806 Development of a Coupled Compositional Wellbore/Reservoir Simulator for Modeling Pressure and Temperature Distribution in Horizontal Wells
M. Shirdel, K. Sepehrnoori, University of Texas at Austin
0850 124743 Determining Acid Distribution Using Distributed Temperature Measurements
X. Tan, D. Zhu, A.D. Hill, Texas A&M University
0910 124873 Predicting Flow Profile of Horizontal Wells by Downhole Pressure and DTS Data for Water-Drive Reservoir
Z. Li, D. Zhu, Texas A&M University
0930 124749 Applying Biochemistry Concepts to the Analysis of Oilfield Produced Fluids
A. Fuller, F. Mackay, C. Mackenzie, C. Rowley-Williams, V. Magdalenic, E. Perfect, LUX Innovate
ePoster 125050 Comparing the Benefits: Use of Various Wellhead Gas Coning Control Strategies To Optimize Production of a Thin Oil Rim
E. Nennie, S. Savanko, G. Alberts, M. Cargnelutti, TNO; E.V. Donkelaar, Shell

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ARTIFICIAL LIFT METHODS AND HEAVY OIL

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The past five years have seen a dramatic increase in oil production from heavy oil. Papers will describe production techniques and technology developments to further enhance heavy oil production.

Session Chairpersons: Albert Ollre, Schlumberger
John Patterson,
ConocoPhillips
0830 123735 The Quest To Understand ESP Performance and Reliability at 220C Ambient and Beyond
S.G. Noonan, ConocoPhillips; M.A. Dowling, Schlumberger; W. Klaczek, K. Piers, C-FER
0850 122596 Producing Heavy Oil by Thermal Progressive Cavity Pumps in Steam Stimulation Process
S. Zhang, China National Petroleum; Z. Liguo, Daqing Petroleum Institute; F. Song, B. Lang, F. Wu, E. Luo, China National Petroleum
0910 122006 Increased Rates, Reserves, and Revenues From Heavy-Oil Reservoir Using ESP Technology: A Suriname Case Study
E.P. Anthony, G. Grauwde, State Oil; M.P. Domangue, Weatherford
0930 124775 Research of Gas Separator With Disperser Influence of ESP Work and Increase of Well Operation Efficiency by the Use of ESP
M. Mochov, A. Tsunevskiy, Gubkin University
ePoster 124646 Application of Beam Pumping Wells’ Energy-Saving Rebuilding Techniques in Daqing Oilfield
W. Fengshan, L. He, Z. Wanfu, S. Guochen, C. Gang, C. Ruiqing, Z. Deshi, Daqing Oilfield Company; L. Dingming, Trans-Asia Gas Pipeline

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CEMENTING TECHNOLOGY

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Spans a full spectrum of cement-related issues, ranging from slurry design and best practices for certain harsh environments to bonding performance to techniques to better model the impact of cement on casing design.

Session Chairpersons: Keith Lynch, ConocoPhillips
Syed Waheed, Halliburton
0830 124719 How To Prevent Loss of Zonal Isolation Through a Comprehensive Analysis of Microannulus Formation
A. Bois, A. Garnier, Total; CurisTec; F. Rodot, J. Saint-Marc, N. Aimard, Total
0850 123738 Saving Expensive Offshore Deepwater Rig Time by Modeling Accurate Subsea/Subsea Floor Temperature Modeling for Cementing Operations
F. Tahmourpour, C.W. Quinton, Halliburton
0910 122762 The Application of High-Density Elastic Cements To Solve HP/HT Challenges in South Texas: The Success Story
B.L. Wray, Cimarex Energy; D.R. Bedford, L. Leotaud, W.J. Hunter, Halliburton
0930 124733 Holistic Design of Cement Systems to Survive CO2 Environment
N. Moroni, Eni; A.K. Santra, K. Ravi, W.J. Hunter, Halliburton

0830–0950 | R08/R09

DRILL BITS/HYDRAULICS

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Provides insight in the fundamentals of rock failure, the optimized use of recent drilling innovations, and provides enhanced understanding of predicting and reacting to annular pressure changes.

Session Chairpersons: Frederick Beck, Gastar Exploration
Douglas Chester, BP
0830 124631 Advanced Automatic Control for Dual-Gradient Drilling
O. Breyholtz, G.H. Nygaard, International Research Institute of Stavanger; M. Nikolaou, University of Houston
0850 124190 Effect of Eccentricity and Rotation on Annular Frictional Pressure Losses With Standoff Devices
A. Singh, University of Houston; R. Samuel, Halliburton
0910 124865 Changing Selection Concepts: True Optimization of Drill Bits With Latest-Generation Rotary-Steerable Systems
S.P. Barton, G. Pierce; National Oilwell Varco; D. Stroud, Weatherford
0930 124116 A Comprehensive Methodology To Avoid and Remediate Drilling Problems by Real-Time PWD Data Interpretation
R. Gandelman, A.L. Martins, G.T. Teixeira, A. Waldmann, Petrobras; A. Mari, Engineering Simulation and Scientific Software; M. Prezende, A.F. Aragao, Petrobras

0830–0950 | R04/R05

FIELD CASE STUDIES

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Offers worldwide field case examples and technology-sharing.

Session Chairpersons: Randal Brush, William M. Cobb & Associates
Omar Varela
, ExxonMobil
0830 123875 Distribution of Hydrogen Sulphide in the Buzzard Field
P.S. Beilby, Nexen Petroleum; C. Clayton, CCGS; B.J. Moffatt, Petrophase
0850 124332 Hierarchical Long-Term and Short-Term Production Optimization
G. Van Essen, P. Van den Hof, J. Jansen, Delft University of Technology
0910 124857 A Unified, Multidisciplinary Approach to the Planning and Design of Deepwater Waterflooding Projects
F.R. Chaban, Gibson Applied Technology and Engineering; M.M. Sharma, A. Suri, University of Texas at Austin;, G.T. Gibson, Gibson Applied Technology and Engineering
0930 124675 Incremental Reserves and Production Potential From Horizontal Wells in Chuchupa Field, Colombia
N. Rivera, N.S. Meza, J. Munoz, P. Joya, Chevron; C.A. Mora, Ecopetrol
ePoster 124319 MEOR Success in Southern Saskatchewan
K. Town, Husky Energy; A.J. Sheehy, B.R. Govreau, Titan Oil Recovery

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RESERVES: REGULATION CHANGES

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Learn from the experts on the most significant changes to regulations in more than 30 years.

Session Chairpersons: Thomas Gardner, Simmons
Delores Hinkle
, Marathon Oil
0830 123793 Modernization of the SEC Oil and Gas Reserves Reporting Requirements
W.J. Lee, Texas A&M University
0850 124211 A Risk-Adjusted Method for Determining OCS Lease Abandonment Liability In the Gulf of Mexico for MMS Supplemental Bonding
M.J. Kaiser, Louisiana State University; B.J. Kruse, US Department of the Interior
0910 124938 Managing Your Business Using Integrated PRMS and SEC Standards
J.R. Etherington, PRA International
0930 124168 Methodology for Integrated Reserves Management: Providing Regulatory Compliance and Improving Decision Making
L. Virine, Project Decisions; R.D. MacDonald, Schlumberger
ePoster 125178 Improving Allocation and Hydrocarbon Accounting Accuracy and Automating Associated KPI’s
R. Cramer, D. Schotanus, Shell; N. Colbeck, SNEPCo

0830–0950 | R06/R07

SHALE EVALUATION

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Provides an overview of the regional variations of the Barnett Shale before moving on to a strongly geomechanically-oriented session on kerogen-rich shales, the Haynesville Shale, the Caney and Woodford shales, injection testing in the Barnett, and core-based production simulation.

Session Chairpersons: Paul Boonen, PathFinder Energy
Jerome Truax
, Halliburton
0830 124147 Application of Downhole Injection Stress Testing in the Barnett Shale Formation
H. Ramakrishnan, G. Waters, E.C. Boratko, A.S. Latifzai, D. Bentley, Schlumberger; J. Kelley, Devon Energy
0850 124227 Evaluation of Haynesville Shale Vertical Well Completions With a Mineralogy-Based Approach to Reservoir Geomechanics
B. LeCompte, J.A. Franquet, D. Jacobi, Baker Hughes
0910 124840 Acoustic Signatures, Impedance Microstructure, Textural Scales, and Anisotropy of Kerogen-Rich Shales
M. Prasad, Colorado School of Mines; T. Mukerji, Stanford University; M. Reinstaedler, Robert Bosch GmbH; W. Arnold, Universität Göttingen
0930 124231 Effective Geochemical and Geomechanical Characterization of Shale Gas Reservoirs From the Wellbore Environment: Caney and the Woodford Shale
D.J. Jacobi, Baker Hughes; J.J. Breig, Newfield Exploration; B. LeCompte, M. Kopal, G. Hursan, F.E. Mendez, S. Bieven, J. Longo, Baker Hughes
ePoster 124236 Openhole Stability and Solids Production Simulation in Emerging Reservoir Shale Using Transversely Isotropic Thick-Wall Cylinders
S. Hoang, Y. Abousleiman, University of Oklahoma; R.T. Ewy, Chevron

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RESERVOIR MONITORING OF LOW-PERMEABILITY FORMATIONS

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Focuses on the testing and modeling of tight gas formations and covers aspects of field development such as incremental vs. accelerated recovery, horizontal well performance, and a deconvolution approach to calculate connected pore volume.

Session Chairpersons: Jeremy Griggs, Devon Energy
Stephen Norris
, J-W Operating
0830 124441 Interpretation of Well Test Data in Gas Condensate Deformable Formations
A. Shandrygin, D. Rudenko, A. Begar, Schlumberger
0850 124961 A Numerical Study of Performance for Tight Gas and Shale Gas Reservoir Systems
C.M. Freeman, Texas A&M University; G.J. Moridis, Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory; D. Ilk, T.A. Blasingame, Texas A&M University
0910 124842 Extending the Limit: Interval Pressure Transient Testing in Low-Permeability Reservoirs in the North Sea
E.H. Samuelsen, Hess; A. Gisolf, V.V. Achourov, G. Seri, Schlumberger; K. Eriksen, StatoilHydro

0830–0950 | R02/R03

UPSCALING TECHNIQUES

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Presents new developments and applications of scaling up and gridding techniques.

Session Chairpersons: Eric Kreft, EBN
Fernando Samaniego
, UNAM
0830 124648 Development and Real Field Application of Two Novel Upscaling Methodologies for Simulating Flow in Heterogeneous Reservoirs
H. Rai, M.M. Chaudhri, Chevron
0850 124581 Control-Relevant Selective Grid Coarsening
S. Vakili, J. Jansen, Delft University of Technology
0910 124955 Development and Application of New Upscaling Techniques for Modeling Near-Well Flow in Heterogeneous Reservoirs
Y. Chen, A. Bernath, H. Rai, P. Muron, Chevron
0930 124477 Intelligent Upscaling of Static and Dynamic Reservoir Properties
V. Gholami, S.D. Mohaghegh, West Virginia University
ePoster 124846 Upscaling Local CO2 Trapping During Buoyancy-Driven Flow
E. Saadatpoor, S.L. Bryant, K. Sepehrnoori, University of Texas at Austin