Schedule

OPENING CEREMONY
1000–1200 hours, Monday, 3 November, Hall 1–3

EXECUTIVE PLENARY SESSION 1
1330–1530 hours, Monday, 3 November, Hall 1

Working Together To Deliver Sustainable Growth: Innovative Teams and Technology Deployment (Part 1)

EXECUTIVE PLENARY SESSION 2
1600–1800 hours, Monday, 3 November, Hall 1

Working Together To Deliver Sustainable Growth: Innovative Teams and Technology Deployment (Part 2)

PANEL SESSION 1
The Peak Oil Debate
0900–1230 hours, Tuesday, 4 November, Hall 1

There has been much discussion and debate about when the world reached or will reach peak hydrocarbon production. To explore this interesting discussion fully, we need to approach the debate from a number of different perspectives:

Which is the most appropriate consideration: peak oil production or peak hydrocarbon (oil and gas) production?
What is the impact of unconventional hydrocarbons on the peak-production discussion?
What are the geographical peak-production timelines?
If we have not already reached peak production, what effect, if any, will high oil and natural gas prices have on bringing peak production forward in time?
How do we find the correct balance between accelerating production in the short term (for the benefit of the world economy) and supporting production over the long term (in the best interest of producing nations)?

How accurate are the long-term consumption forecasts, and how much hydrocarbons do we really need to produce?

Invited Panelists
Christophe Ruehl, BP
Rick Vierbuchen, ExxonMobil
Waleed Al Mulhim, Saudi Aramco

Panel Moderator
Nansen Saleri, Leading Reservoirs Consultancy

PANEL SESSION 2
Technology Innovation
0900–1230 hours, Tuesday, 4 November, Hall 2

New technology and innovation will always be key ingredients for the successful development of oil and gas reserves. The extended high-activity cycle that our industry has been experiencing has contributed to the essential influx of new research and development efforts. This panel will provide a high-level overview of current technology development efforts, while discussing the overall innovative process from conceptualization to development and application. The vision for current and future commitments that will ensure maximum innovation will be discussed by stakeholders.

Invited Panelists
Joe Sandy, Halliburton
Mohamed Saggaf, Saudi Aramco

Panel Moderator
Zara Khatib, Shell E&P International

PANEL SESSION 3
Sustainability
1400–1730 hours, Tuesday, 4 November, Hall 1

Access to reliable energy has been and continues to be one of the key elements of economic growth and human progress. As the world’s economy grows and more people benefit from access to energy, the demands to supply that energy increase. In parallel, the world is now insisting that energy be supplied in a way that minimises the impact on the environment and local communities. Exploiting natural resources in a sustainable way is one of the major challenges the industry faces.

There are a number of dimensions to this challenge:

How do we see the energy demand and supply balance during the next 2–3 decades?
How do we increase the efficiency of our business? In particular, how do we maximise the amount of recovery of hydrocarbons from existing accumulations?
How do we minimise the environmental impact from our operations?
How do we develop new energy projects alongside communities in a way that is sustainable?
What are the emerging technologies for minimising the emissions that are affecting the global climate?
Will carbon management emerge as an important sector in our industry?
What is the role of alternative and renewable energy to augment and sustain fossil fuels?

Invited Panelists
Dave Binnie, BP
Habiba Al Marashi, Environmental Friends Society
Jean-Michel Gires, Total
Najib Zafrani, Shell E&P International

Panel Moderator
Emmanuel Garland, Total

PANEL SESSION 4
The Role of the Major Players in Building Production
1400–1730 hours, Tuesday, 4 November, Hall 2

For decades, the strong relationships that have existed between international oil companies (IOCs) and national oil companies (NOCs) seeking to develop oil and gas resources have been a major factor in spurring the economic development of many Eastern Hemisphere countries. Through the course of this development, the relationships have been consistently modified to reflect the host countries’ ever-improving infrastructure and manpower capabilities.

Recent trends that are shaping the future landscape of the industry include the collaboration among NOCs, not only on technology, but also in terms of access to resources. In addition IOCs are seeing more restrictions on access to resources. Economic forces continue to support NOCs’ access to markets, and the evolution of NOCs into IOCs to meet autonomous government strategies are also shaping the future of the industry.

This panel will discuss the different perspectives of the IOCs and NOCs and the roles each will play in the future development of resources.

Invited Panelists
Sultan bin Nasser al Suwaidi, Abu Dhabi Central Vank
Mohamed Omar Abdulla, Ministry of Economy and Planning
Waleed Al Mugrab, Mubadala

Panel Moderator
Keith Gordon, Petrofac

PANEL SESSION 5
Future Gas Development
0900–1230 hours, Wednesday, 5 November, Hall 1

World gas reserves are on a par with oil reserves. Nevertheless, in many countries gas usage has not realised its potential in the overall balance of energy consumption. The logistics of gas usage are inherently more complex and costly than for oil.

Historically, gas developments have become viable through technological and business innovations. This has resulted in mature concepts to bridge the logistical gap between the gas deposits and the markets in a cost-effective, safe, and environmentally acceptable way, be it pipeline gas or liquefied natural gas.

There remain instances in which the economic development of gas resources is hard to grasp, e.g., very sour gas reserves. In other cases, resources are remote or relatively small, have significant other contaminants, or contain only few amounts of condensate and natural gas liquids.

The panel will discuss developments supporting the greater use of gas that are driven by environmental concerns, energy-efficient applications, alternative use of gas in the market, or the conversion of gas into other products.

Invited Panelists

Chris Ball, Occidental
John Mills, Shell E&P International
Mohamed Sahoo, Gasco

Panel Moderator
Andrew Vaughan, Shell E&P International

PANEL SESSION 6
Human Resources Development
0900–1230 hours, Wednesday, 5 November, Hall 2

The petroleum industry requires a highly skilled workforce that can deliver innovative solutions to meet future energy challenges. Of particular importance is the need to replenish the supply of critical technical skills and experience that is at risk of decline due to retirements and attrition. Industry must also consider the expectations and capabilities required of the next generation of technologists. Application of advanced technology will continue to be a key success factor, and the industry must attract and retain top-tier technologists to meet the difficult challenges ahead. Additionally, energy companies may wish to consider becoming more active in educating students and the public about the many positive aspects of pursuing a technical career in the petroleum industry. Secondary (high school) education has a key role in preparing students for future technology careers. Students have a tendency to shy away from technical studies, and many myths about our industry abound. These factors can negatively affect students’ decisions to consider a career in our industry.

The panel will explore and provide their perspectives on these issues and provide insight into the challenges ahead to replenishing the technical workforce.

Invited Panelists
Darin Moss, Occidental
Didier Charreton, Baker Hughes
Leo Roodhart, 2009 SPE President
Michael Ohadi, The Petroleum Institute

Panel Moderator
Badria Khalfan, ADMA-OPCO
Clive Eckersley, NExT

PANEL SESSION 7
Project Management in a Changing Contracting Environment
1400–1730 hours, Wednesday, 5 November, Hall 1

Energy demand in the last three years is progressing at incremental levels, reflecting the expansion of civil projects and the stretched demand on resources, raw materials, manufacturing plants, equipment, and talented professionals within engineering, procurement, construction contracting, and consulting engineering firms. Demand has also substantially increased and dictated the rehabilitation and expansion of existing facilities, plus a commitment to erecting new installations to cope with higher production capacities.

For the oil and gas industry, several mega and major projects, in addition to multiple brownfield activities, need to be delivered within the next 5 years, not only in the Gulf region but worldwide. This time crunch is changing the normal environment of project management.

The panel will address new practices in the integration of resources and the adequacy of future project-management strategies, including how these practices and strategies are changing the contracts- and materials-procurement environment and the expectations of stakeholders.

Invited Panelists
Aqeel Maddi, NPCC
Christophe Vironaud, Technip
Dave Clarkson, BP

PANEL SESSION 8
New Frontiers Development and Emerging Producers
1400–1730 hours, Wednesday, 5 November, Hall 2

The world’s demand for hydrocarbons is expected to continue to grow well into the next decade. Stimulated by this high demand and the high prices of recent years the industry is exploring and producing new frontiers as well as seeing the emergence of many new independent energy companies. During this panel, we will discuss the potential role that both of these trends could have on the ability of the industry to meet the world’s ever increasing demand for hydrocarbon by addressing the following themes:

Pushing the frontiers of technology and geography is enabling new hydrocarbon supplies to be brought to the market. The panel will discuss what are the key new emerging hydrocarbon plays that are going to deliver this incremental production? Deep water, new geographies, GTL’s, CBM, sub-basalt, sub-salt, EOR technologies are all emerging as focus areas for the industry … but where is the best places to invest the limited human and equipment capital to get the best results in the short-term?
Another new phenomena to be discussed is the rise of independent energy companies in all parts of the world. In particular these new independents have carved out a growing niche in the Middle East during the past decade. Although their business models differ from those wholly-owned by governmental authorities and those with public shareholders, these companies are increasingly participating in high-profile ventures in both the upstream and downstream energy industry, which was previously dominated by national oil companies and the international super-majors. There are many interesting topics to be explored, including:
- What benefits will theses independent energy companies bring to the industry?
- How will they operate alongside the national oil companies and the super-majors?
- Do independent energy companies need to reach a critical mass to be able to access the most promising opportunities?
- Can they be successful in all areas of the energy industry (exploration, drilling, refining, petrochemicals, electricity generation, etc.) or will they concentrate on areas with highest potential to capitalize on their strengths?
- How will those independent energy companies that are wholly or partially-owned by governmental authorities participate in the industry over the coming years?

Invited Panelists
Ahmed Al Sayegh, Dolphin Energy
Fareed Salem, ConocoPhillips
Rashid Al Jarwan, Danagas

Moderator
Casey Olson, Occidental

PANEL SESSION 9
The Changing Face of the Petrodollar
0900–1230 hours, Thursday, 6 November, Hall 1

With global oil production at 80 million B/D and the equivalent in gas production, the global circulation of energy-related money has been transformed during the last 4 decades. The paradigm shift occurring as the emerging energy-consuming nations increase their proportion of the “petrodollar” flow will create a new dynamic in the financial and capital markets.

Oil and gas production sales generate 4 trillion USD in revenues annually. This money is used in a number of different ways that have in themselves a significant impact on the petrodollars in circulation and on national economies.

Petrodollars provided by the main consumer nations are reinvested in producing, exploring, and developing hydrocarbon reserves; they enable the development of infrastructure in the key exporting nations; and provide a key role in the global financial markets. As the balance of these uses and financial supplies change during the next 4 decades, what will be the impact to the global economy?

The panel will explore and provide their perspectives on these issues and provide insight into some of the challenges created by this changing dynamic.

Confirmed Moderator
Keith Gordon, Petrofac

PANEL SESSION 10
Technology Deployment in a Collaborative Environment
0900–1230 hours, Thursday, 6 November, Hall 2

Since the birth of our industry, new technology has always played a significant role in the constant improvement of our capabilities and results. Targets such as fewer dry holes, better rates of penetration, larger production rates, and a safer workplace that were originally tackled at the rigsite soon were being addressed in a more systematic manner at centralized locations by both E&P and service companies. After maintaining parallel and independent efforts for many years, our industry eventually adopted the current model whereby the responsibility for new technology development has shifted mostly to the integrated service company sector. With the rise of independent and national oil company activity pursuing reservoirs of ever-increasing complexity, new technology requirements will continue to be even more specialized and localized.

The panel will discuss the specifics of the current technology deployment practices and development efforts, including the “who, what, and, where” for ensuring that our industry is poised to deliver the technology requirements of the future.

Invited Panelists
Al Riddle, Baker Hughes
Gilles Bitoun, Total
Joe Leone, Shell
Mohamed Badri, Schlumberger

Moderator
Anass Al-Chalabi, Weatherford

Poster Sessions

DRILLING AND COMPLETIONS

117842 How To Define a New, Higher-Strength Drillpipe Maximizing Safety and Performance in Sour Service Environments • A. Sevignon, VAM Drilling; K. El Bachiri, A. Gateaud, H. Marchebois, Vallourec and Mannesmann Oil and Gas

118013 2nd Generation Drillpipe Riser (DPR): A Step Change in Performance for Deepwater Intervention • W. Gamisans, H. Arevalo, VAM Drilling

117248 Combination of Unique, Stabilized Bicenter Bit and Vibration-Dampening Tool Improve Hole-Opening Performance Through Interbedded Formations in Saudi Arabia • H. Hendrazid, W. Mohamed, R. Chafai, ReedHycalog

118387 Case Histories: Implementation of New Liner-Hanger Technology in South Central Venezuela Significantly Improves Operations in Complex Wells • M.F. Schoener Scott, Halliburton; C. Jiminez, S. Soto, A. Leon, PDVSA; M.A. Batocchio, P. Marval, Halliburton

117249 Optimized Well Placement, Operational Efficiencies, and Reservoir Characterization Using Next-Generation LWD Services • M.I. Javalagi, D. Ukpeh, A. Kone, S.D. Galvin, H. Prabawa, Schlumberger; G. Pottier, Total; D. Testud J. Vuillemet, A. Atewologun, Elf Petroleum Nigeria; D. Nwabor, Schlumberger

118407 Operations Support Center: Customizing RealTime Drilling Optimization Services to Brazil Complex Offshore Environments • E.H. Chamat, A. Naslausky, Schlumberger

ENGINEERING AND PROJECTS

118225 Correlations for Optimum Separation Pressures for Sequential Field Separation System • O.F. Hassan, M.S. Jawad, University of Baghdad

118073 Proposed Methodology To Predict Electric Power Requirements for ESP Wells in a Heavy-Oil Field: A Case Study • R. Brito, University del Zulia; J.E. Montero, Shell

117810 The Application of High-Integrity Protection Systems To Prevent Topside Overpressure Caused by Water Injection • J. Wang, PetroChina

117988 Pig-Trap Design: Recent Innovations and the Importance of Planned Maintenance and Inspection Procedures • A. Cargill, Pipeline Engineering

MIO

118076 Measurement of the Volumetric Temperature Distribution in Bulk-Liquid Tanks • T. Nguyen, J. Chandran, A. Stojcevski, R. Veljanovski, Victoria University

117910 Crisis Management and Emergency Response • I. Mulder, M. Robbins, IRCA

118315 Making the Control System Intrinsically Secure: Real-World Solutions for SCADA Security • E.J. Byres, Byres Security

117832 Strategic Approach in Tackling Performance • E.S. Abdelsabour, Performance Plus; J.D. Gill, John Crane Lips; N. Beaumont, Performance Plus

117864 Awareness and Importance of Calibration • V. Ahmed, Rohde and Schwarz Emirates

118048 State of the Art in Leak Detection and Localization • G. Geiger, D. Voght, University of Applied Sciences Gelsenkirchen; R. Tetzner, Krohne Oil and Gas

118070 Seeking the Hidden Threat: Applications of a New Approach in Pipeline-Leak Detection • R. Fletcher, Pure Technologies

FIELD DEVELOPMENT

118197 Design and Analysis of Interference Tests: Application to a Seven Spot Inverted Pattern Waterflood Pilot in the Wara Formation of the Greater Burgan Field, Kuwait • F. Al Farhan, P. Maizeret, Schlumberger; M. Al Naqi, Kuwait Oil Company; M. Anderson, Chevron

118092 Best Practices in Waterflooding Management and Performance Evaluation • M.Y. Henshiri, ZADCO

117145 Comparison of Matrix Stimulation of Thick Carbonate Formation: High-Rate Acid and CT-Acid Treatments: A Case History • F.D. Rachmawati, A.Aimar, R. Andika, T. Simanjuntak, PT Medco Indonesia; P. Abubakar, R. Wijaya, Halliburton

116969 Identifying Layer Permeabilities and Skin Using a Multilayer Transient Testing Approach in a Complex Reservoir Environment • M. Eisa, K. Singh, S. Joshi, Schlumberger; A. Bahuguna, M. Badri, GNPOC

117824 Commercial Test of ASP Flooding in Daqing Oil Field • J. Cheng, Y. Yan, Daqing Oilfield Company

HUMAN RESOURCES

117900 Retaining Key People: The Success Mantra • N.V. Shahane, Adyard Abu Dhabi

118001 The Role of HR in the Multicultural Workforce of the Gulf • J. Howard, Dolphin Energy

118039 Evolution of Openhole Logging Applications From "Post Drilling" to "While Drilling" Requires a New Generation of Geoscientist: A Training and Development Case History • F.P. Hearn, D.K. Trichel, K. Singam, Inteq

118181 Talent Management: Identifying and Managing Internal and External Talent • M. Prasad, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation

GEOSCIENCE

118153 Uncertainty Signal Analysis for a 4D Seismic in a Middle East Carbonate • S. Vega, K. Berteussen, The Petroleum Institute

117915 3D OBC Seismic Data Processing for Overlapping Two Carbonate Fields Offshore Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates • T. Ishiyama, D.J. Painter, K. Belaid, S. Gazet, A. Al Suwaidi, ADMA-OPCO J. Karwatowski, M. Mahgoub, ADNOC; K. Furuya, A. El Dakhakhny, ZADCO; R. Sinno, PGS

117982 Removal of Overburden Channel Effects Through Channel Velocity Modeling and Prestack Depth Migration • M. Takanashi, Jogmec; M. Kaneko, N. Monzawa, ADOC

117831 A Modeling Feasibility Study Indicates Seismic AVO Has Potential To Discriminate Between Brine and Hydrocarbon in a Middle Eastern Carbonate Reservoir • S.L. Mahmoud, W.L. Soroka, T. Romiro, ADCO ; A. Othman, Al Azhar University; A. Smith, Hampson Russell

118136 Integrated Uncertainty Evaluation of a Faulted Undeveloped Reservoir, Abu Dhabi, UAE • T. Al Maskari, L.M. Ramos, A.A. Abdul Ghani, C.J. Strohmenger, ADCO

117994 Challenges for Integrated Permeability Modeling Incorporating Conceptual Fracture Model in the Jurassic Carbonate Reservoir in a Mature Oil Field, Offshore Abu Dhabi • H. Kojima, JODCO ; Y. Umezawa Tamura, S.M. Salman, K.E. Hosani, T. Masuzawa, ZADCO

118288 Gas-Injection Monitoring Using Time-Lapse VSP and Surface 4D Seismic in a Middle Eastern Carbonate Reservoir • M.A. Romero, ADCO

118007 Interpreting Different Seismic Data Cubes Leads to New Insights for an Offshore Field, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates • N.A. Khouri, R. El Awawdeh, Z.J. Shevchek, C. Harris, J.M. Reilly, G. Zelewski, ZADCO ; A.M. Gombos, M. Johns, ExxonMobil

117892 An Innovative Approach in Tracking Injected Waterfront in Carbonate Reservoir Offshore Abu Dhabi • M.M. Amer, O. Al Farisi, T. Hiraiwa, M.B. Attia, A.M. Al Habshi, ADMA-OPCO ; A. Madjidi, Schlumberger

118089 Facies Modeling Using Multiple Point Statistics: An Example From a Carbonate Reservoir Section Located in a Small Part of a Large Shelf Margin of Arabian Gulf, UAE • I. Arslan, M.T. Ribeiro, I. Hendrawan, ADCO