Technical Sessions

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Tuesday, 21 September: Morning

0900–1200

Room 1

EVALUATIONS AND MODELING

Session Chairpersons:

Evan Graybill, Chevron
David Aron , Petroleum Development Consultants

This session covers evaluations of unconventional production, facility expansion, subsea processing, and sour-field development. Modeling subjects include water hammer in off loading systems and offshore inline separation technology.

0900

134140

Water Hammer in Offloading Systems: Contribution of Detailed Modelling to Design and Safety
B. Pierre, J.S. Gudmundsson, Norwegian University of Science and Technology

0925

135329

Unconventional Well Profitability vs Asset Profitability
L. Sedillos, R. Roundtree, Global Geophysical; J.D. Wright, Wright Consulting; J.L. Miskimins, Colorado School of Mines

0950

135492

Revolutionizing Offshore Production by Inline Separation Technology
R. Fantoft, R. Akdim, R. Mikkelsen, T. Abdalla, R. Westra, E. de Haas, FMC Technologies

1045

134678

Modeling Facility Expansion Options Under Uncertainty
C.J. Jablonowski, H. Ramachandran, L. Lasdon, University of Texas at Austin

1110

135723

Multiphase Flow Splitting in Parallel/Looped Pipelines
L. Alvarez, R.S. Mohan, O. Shoham, University of Tulsa; C. Avila, Chevron

Room 2

DIGITAL ENERGY: TECHNOLOGY AND STANDARDS

Session Chairperson:

Roger Murray, BP
Mike Konopczynski , WellDynamics

The session provides both the experience and challenges that major operators have faced when deploying digital oilfield technologies to their assets. It also explores in more depth the technology and standards that underpin the digital oil field.

Presentations focus on whether as an industry we will be able to extract the value that is promised by the digital oil field. It provides in-depth consideration on developing new digital standards, understanding and validating our data, and considering new technical solutions in reservoir management, geosteering, and petrophysics.

0900

134107

Accelerating Progress Toward Achieving Digital-Oilfield Workflow Efficiencies
M.L. Crawford, ExxonMobil; R. Morneau, Chevron

0925

125178

Improving Allocation and Hydrocarbon Accounting Accuracy and Automating Associated KPI's
R. Cramer, D. Schotanus, Shell; N. Colbeck, Shell

0950

133728

Integrated Operation User Experience Starts with Data Flagging
P. Flichy, IO-hub

1045

135280

Reservoir Modeling: From RESCUE To RESQML
M.J. King, Texas A&M University; P.R. Ballin, BP; C. Bennis, Institut Français du Pétrole; D.E. Heath, Transform Software; A.D. Hiebert, Computer Modelling Group; W. McKenzie, Chevron; J. Rainaud, Institut Français du Pétrole; J. Schey, Energistics

1110

135416

A Decision Analytic Framework for Autonomous Geosteering
M. Rajaieyamchee, R.B. Bratvold, University of Stavanger

1135

134205

Optimizing Petrophysics Practices Through Intelligent-Tools Integration
W.A. Al-Harbi, G. Zahdan, M.M. Labban, S. Rihabe, K. Husain, O.M. Mushrifi, Saudi Aramco

Room 3

PRODUCTION DATA ANALYSIS AND EMERGING RESERVOIR MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES

Session Chairpersons:

Marise Mikulis, Baker Hughes
Martin Wolff, Hess

Discusses the use of production data to improve the understanding of reservoir performance by estimating drainage areas, analyzing unconventional reservoirs, and using real-time data. Also discusses the use of satellite data, microseismic monitoring, and continuous measurement of spontaneous potential as emerging technologies that may lead to the next level of reservoir monitoring techniques.

0900

135475

Evaluation of Time to Flow Stabilization and Effective Drainage Area of Slow-Stabilizing Wells Using Production Decline Analyses
B.D. Poe, S.W. Poston, Schlumberger

0925

135616

Hybrid Rate-Decline Models for the Analysis of Production Performance in Unconventional Reservoirs
D. Ilk, S.M. Currie, Texas A&M University; D. Symmons, Consultant; J.A. Rushing, Anadarko Petroleum; T.A. Blasingame, Texas A&M University

0950

132967

Reservoir Management With Real-Time and Periodic Surveillance Data
C.S. Kabir, D. Ismadi, S.R. Fountain, Hess

1045

135018

Use of Satellite Radar Data for Surface Deformation Monitoring: A Wrap-Up After 10 Years of Experimentation
A. Bagliani, A. Mosconi, Eni; D. Marzorati, A. Cremonesi, Stogit; A. Ferretti, D. Colombo, F. Novali, A. Tamburini, Tele-Rilevamento Europa

1110

133860

Why Monitoring With a Single Downhole Microseismic Array May Not Be Enough: A Case For Multiwell Monitoring of Cyclic Steam in Diatomite
A.S. Murer, G.R. McNeish, Aera Energy; T.I. Urbancic, M. Prince, A. Baig, D.C. Bleakly, Engineering Seismology Group

1135

135146

Real-Time Measurements of Spontaneous Potential for Inflow Monitoring in Intelligent Wells
M.D. Jackson, M. Gulamali, E. Leinov, J.H. Saunders, J. Vinogradov, Imperial College

ePoster

134881

Observations of Thermal and Pressure Transients in Carbon Dioxide Wells
L. Paterson, J.P. Ennis-King, Csiro Petroleum; S. Sharma, Schlumberger

ePoster

134976

Monitoring Reservoir Performance in Highly Prolific Deepwater Gulf of Mexico Gas Wells
W. Chu, W.M. Gray, Pioneer Natural Resources

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Room 6

APPLIED COMPLETION TECHNOLOGY

Session Chairpersons:

Raymond Doyle, Bopco
Robert  McGinnis, Bear Creek Services

This session presents a variety of applications of completion technology. Topics include new completion fluids, continuous downhole strain monitoring, completion design workflow modeling, and sand screen numerical simulation.

0900

134555

Real-Time Monitoring of Sand Control Completions
D.M. Earles, C.W. Stoesz, A.D. Amaral, Baker Hughes; J.G. Pearce, H.A. DeJongh, F.H.K. Rambow, Shell

0925

134326

Numerical Simulations of Screen Performance in Standalone Screen Applications for Sand Control
S. Mondal, M.M. Sharma, University of Texas at Austin; R.A. Chanpura, M. Parlar, J.A. Ayoub, Schlumberger

0950

135119

Innovative Technologies Enable Fast, Accurate, and Detailed Completion Evaluation and Well Performance Analysis
H. Huang, D. Burch, W.P. Brown, J. Yin, T. Long, ExxonMobil

1045

133679

Customized Insulating Packer Fluid Improves Steam-Injection-Well Integrity
J.K. Turner, R. Ezell, B. MacMillan, D. Ezzat, Halliburton

1110

135537

Innovative Capillary Deliquification Safety System Resolves Liquid Loading Problems With a Cost-Effective Solution That Maximizes Production While Maintaining Well-Safety Requirements
P. Imbo, D. Magnani, Eni; M. Di Iorio, C. Russotto, G. Tuckness, Halliburton

1135

134385

Development of a New Completion Fluid Using Polyglycol Acid Powder
T. Nakai, M. Daitoh, N. Morita, Waseda University

ePoster

135217

Carbon Dioxide Corrosion When Least Expected: Importance of Carbonate Chemistry in Stress Corrosion Cracking on the External Surfaces of Martensitic Stainless-Steel Production Tubing and Low-Carbon Steel Pipeline
J.S. McKennis, N. Bae, E.J. Termine, Tetra Technologies

ePoster

135035

Application of a Coupled Wellbore/Reservoir Simulator to Well-Performance Optimization
S. Livescu, W.P. Brown, R. Jain, M. Grubert, S.S. Ghai, L.W. Lee, T. Long, ExxonMobil

Room 4

CASE STUDIES AND INTEGRATION

Session Chairpersons:

Keith Boyle, Santos
Tonya Brami, ExxonMobil

This session presents case studies and the positive impact that integrating multiple datasets brings in developing enhanced models of complex petroleum systems.

0900

130927

Investigation of Oil-Trapping Mechanisms in Deepwater Gulf of Mexico
X. Li, J. Lach, K. McMillen, Knowledge Reservoir

0925

133903

Integrated Workflow for Modeling Basin-Scale Petroleum Systems: Applications to the Kupe Area, Taranaki, New Zealand
L. Roncaglia, M. Arnot, J. Baur, M. Fohrmann, P. King, K.F. Kroeger, B. Ilg, D. Strogen, H. Zhu, GNS Science; M. Milner, OMV

0950

135319

Does the Presence of Natural Fractures Have an Impact on Production? A Case Study from the Middle Bakken Dolomite, North Dakota
M. Mullen, J.L. Pitcher, D. Hinz, Halliburton; M.L. Everts, D. Dunbar, RTA; G.M. Carlstrom, G.R. Brenize, Anschutz Exploration

1045

134181

Combining Seismic Models with Real Time LWD Measurements to Reduce Geologic Uncertainty: A Case Study of the Mars A-8 Extended Reach Well
J. Weiland, M. Cuttitta, G. Soto, Shell; M.J. Wandstrat, B.A. Donadieu, S.O. Jebutu, Baker Hughes

1110

134919

Improved Reservoir Characterization Integrating Seismic Inversion, Rock Physics Model, and Petroelastic Log Facies Classification: A Real Case Application
F. Roncarolo, D. Grana, Eni

1135

134455

The Hydrocarbon Systems of the Vienna Basin and Their Characterization
K. Potsch, C. Zach, OMV Exploration and Production

ePoster

134912

Flexible Simulation of Faults
P. Roe, P. Abrahamsen, F. Georgsen, A.R. Syversveen, Norwegian Computing Center; O. Lia, Statoil

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Room 5

FORMATION EVALUATION: CASE STUDIES/FIELD STUDIES

Session Chairpersons:

Jerome Truax, Halliburton
Badarinadh Vissapragada, Schlumberger

This session discusses geosteering, HA/HZ wells, permeability prediction, and field studies from Kuwait, the US, Indonesia, and Brazil.

0900

133431

Real-Time Reservoir Characterization and Geosteering Using Advanced High-Resolution LWD Resistivity Imaging
N.M. Al-Musharfi, R. Bansal, M.S. Ahmed, M.Y. Kanj, Saudi Aramco; M. Morys, C. Conrad, R.E. Chemali, A.A. Lotfy, M.A. Bayrakdar, T. Parker, Halliburton

0925

134011

Predicting Effective Permeability to Oil in Sandstones and Carbonates Reservoirs from Well Logging Data
V. Anand, R. Freedman, S.F. Crary, C.C. Minh, Schlumberger; R.L. Terry, Maersk Oil

0950

135160

Combining Resistivity and Capture Sigma Logs for Formation Evaluation in Unknown Water Salinity: A Case Study in a Mature Carbonate Field
C. Minh, P. Saldungaray, Schlumberger; A.R. Belowi, L.W. Ong, M.A. Al-Mudhhi, Saudi Aramco

1045

134076

Integrated Formation Evaluation in an Anisotropic Reservoir Offshore Deep Water Indonesia Using a Combination of Image Logs, WFTs and Mini-DSTs for Pay and Hydrocarbon Definition
G. Capone, A. Malossi, M. Mele, C. Damronsak, A. Valdisturlo, E. Beretta, A. Clementi, B. Al-Shamma, Eni

ePoster

135347

Integrating Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Production Logging, and Well DST Data: A Case Study in Carbonates From Brazil
P. Netto, F.L. Tinoco, A.M. Souza, R. Beer, M. Araujo, Petrobras

ePoster

132599

Using High-Resolution LWD Resistivity Images For Carbonate Facies Identification and Steering
R.M. Bacon, S. Morris, W. Fernandes, S. Mahiout, Baker Hughes

Room 7

STIMULATION CASE STUDIES

Session Chairpersons:

Bart Thomeer, Schlumberger
Brian Ward, Hess

Hydraulic fracturing and matrix stimulation have been successfully applied as a technology to improve and optimize well performance in every reservoir and well environment. This session reviews case studies which highlight various applications and successful implementation of these technical solutions.

0900

134330

Refracs: Why Do They Work, And Why Do They Fail In 100 Published Field Studies?
M.C. Vincent, Consultant

0925

134165

Improving Stimulation Effectiveness: Field Results in the Haynesville Shale
C.D. Pope, Complete Shale; T.T. Palisch, E.P. Lolon, CARBO Ceramics; B.A. Ozubin, StrataGen Engineering; M.A. Chapman, CARBO Ceramics

0950

134855

Effectiveness of Water Jet Fracturing on a Horizontal Openhole Completion: Case Study
S.J. Rosales, Chevron; R.A. Hernandez, C. Lynch, E. Bustamante, Halliburton

1045

130062

Valhall - Pushing the Limits for Openhole Zonal Isolation: Qualification and Field Trial of 10,000-psi Oil-Swelling Packers
J. Nijhof, BP; T. Koloy, K. Andersen, Halliburton

1110

134414

A 5-Year Survey of Applications and Results of Placing Solid Chemical Inhibitors in the Formation via Hydraulic Fracturing
D.V. Gupta, J.M. Brown, S. Szymczak, BJ Services

1135

134495

Understanding Diversion with a Novel Fiber-Laden Acid System for Matrix Acidizing of Carbonate Formations
C. Cohen, P.M. Tardy, T.M. Lesko, B.H. Lecerf, S. Pavlova, S.V. Voropaev, A. Mchaweh, Schlumberger

ePoster

135188

Field Data Validation of a General Model for High-Performance Fractures in Deviated High-Rate Wells
M. Marongiu-Porcu, Texas A&M University; S. Naha, D. Norman, Chevron; C. A. Ehlig-Economides, Texas A&M University

ePoster

134935

Coiled Tubing: A Key Enabler for Successful Multifractured, Horizontal Wells in Recent Low-Permeability Gas Developments Offshore UK
B. Holland, W.W. Cruickshank, G.P. Coghlan, Centrica Energy

ePoster

133985

Quantifying the Effects of Well Type and Hydraulic Fracture Selection on Recovery for Various Reservoir Permeabilities Using a Numerical Reservoir Simulator
R.F. Shelley, E. Lolon, B.A. Dzubin, StrataGen Engineering; M.R. Vennes, El Paso

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Room 8

CO2 INJECTION PROCESSES

Session Chairpersons:

Willem Schulte, Shell
Connie Smith, ExxonMobil

This session offers various aspects of CO2 EOR and CO2 sequestration. Discusses many current topics in the areas of CO2 injection and storage in various reservoir lithologies.

0900

134028

Drainage and Imbibition CO2/Brine Relative Permeability Curves at Reservoir Conditions for Carbonate Formations
D.B. Bennion, Weatherford; S. Bachu, Alberta Innovates-Technology Futures

0925

135563

Experimental Coreflooding and Numerical Modeling of CO2 Injection with Gravity and Diffusion Effects
J. Moortgat, A. Firoozabadi, Z. Li, Reservoir Engineering Research Institute; R. Esposito, Petrobras

0950

134625

Enumerating Permeability, Surface Areas, and Residual Capillary Trapping of CO2 in 3D: Digital Analysis of CO2CRC Otway Project Core
M.A. Knackstedt, Australia National University; T. Dance, Cooperative Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Technologies; M. Kumar, Digitalcore; H. Avesdunk, Australian National University; L. Paterson, Cooperative Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Technologies

1045

134762

Analytical Models to Select an Effective Saline Reservoir for CO2 Storage
A.K. Gupta, S. Bryant, University of Texas at Austin

1110

135339

Modeling CO2 Injection Including Diffusion in a Fractured-Chalk Experiment
S. Alavian, C.H. Whitson, Norwegian University of Science and Technology

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Room 9

DRILLING OPERATIONS

Session Chairpersons:

Keith Lynch, ConocoPhillips
Rustom Mody, Baker Hughes

This session discusses managing well integrity and drilling performance in deep water and under critical geological pressure regimes.

0900

133129

An Innovative Approach to Heat Heavy Oil Formations by Means of Two Horizontally Interconnected Wells
R. Poloni, G. Sassi, P. Valente, Eni; A. Di Campli, D. Bianchella, Baker Hughes

0925

133032

Dual Casing Running for Deepwater Spud-In
C. Molaschi, E. Sormani, Eni; S. Dallera, T. Fraser, GE Oil and Gas Drilling and Production

0950

134949

HZ 25-4 ERD Challenging Drilling Project - New Strategy and New Technology Implementation Are the Keys to Improved Drilling Performance
L. Hong,  P.G. Scaruffi, T.W. Brewster, CACT; S.M. Balka, Schlumberger

1045

134234

Running Casing Drilling Bit in Extreme-Lean-Profile Wells: A Possibility that Becomes Reality
C. Brancato, AGIP Oil Ecuador; Z. Etorki, E. Monaci, Eni; E. Aliko, J. Fabre, Baker Hughes

1110

133027

Key Factors Sensitivity Analysis on Blowout Probability in Dangerous Drilling Conditions Applying Different Technical Solutions
S. Masi, C. Molaschi, F. Zausa, Eni; N. Rossi, J. Michelez, Altran Italia

1135

135316

Lessons Learned Implementing Step-Change Technology on the Latest Generation Deepwater Drillship
M.A. Ruths, Chevron

ePoster

134586

Casing Drilling Application with Rotary Steerable and Triple Combo in New Deviated Wells in Cira Infantas Field
E.A. Lopez Herrea, P.A. Bonilla, Occidental; J.A. Castilla, Halliburton; J.A. Rincon, Tesco

Room 10

UNCONVENTIONAL RESERVOIRS

Session Chairpersons:

Raymond Ambrose, Devon Energy
Randal Brush, William M. Cobb & Associates

This session covers many aspects of evaluating, producing, and booking unconventional oil and gas reserves. Unconventional reservoirs have turned the energy markets of countries and continents upside down.

0900

133511

Development of the Belridge Field's Diatomite Reservoirs With Hydraulically Fractured Horizontal Wells: From First Attempts to Current Ultra-Tight Spacing
M.E. Allan, D.K. Gold, D.W. Reese, Aera Energy

0925

134231

A Better Way To Forecast Production From Unconventional Gas Wells
P.P. Valko, W.J. Lee, Texas A&M University

0950

135520

Successful Thermal Recovery of Heavy Oil from an Ultra-Tight Reservoir Renews Development of the 100-Year-Old Orcutt Oil Field
R. Elias, M. WIlson, Santa Maria Pacific; G.D. Vassilellis, V. Bust, Gaffney, Cline & Associates

1045

134602

A Process To Evaluate Unconventional Resources
P.B. Chan, AJM Petroleum Consultants; J.R. Etherington, PRA International; R. Aguilera, University of Calgary

1110

135555

Shale Gas Production Decline Trend Comparison Over Time and Basins
J.D. Baihly, R.M. Altman, R. Malpani, F. Luo, Schlumberger

1135

134249

Infill Drilling Potential in Tight Gas Reservoirs
S. Luo, M.G. Kelkar, University of Tulsa

ePoster

133568

Energy Gain Efficiency in Steam-Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD)
N.S. Alharthy, H. Kazemi, R.M. Graves, J. Akinboyewa, Colorado School of Mines

ePoster

134293

A New Cost Effective Well Testing Methodology of Tight Gas Reservoirs
A. Jacques, Total; B. Brouard, Brouard Consulting; P. Berest, École Polytechnique; J.L. Boutaud de la Combe, Total

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