Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) is a crucial stage in the lifecycle of oil fields. It is aimed to maximize the extraction of hydrocarbons when primary and secondary recovery techniques decrease in effectiveness. In the array of tools that reservoir engineers can use, reservoir simulation has become an essential tool for designing, optimizing, and implementing EOR strategies. With its detailed analysis of…
Unconventional oil and gas production is now a key element of the global energy supply that is transforming markets and allowing access to vast hydrocarbon reserves previously considered uneconomic. Contrary to conventional resources that are found in permeable, porous deposits, Unconventional oil and gas like shale gas, crude oil, oil sands and coalbed methane, require advanced extraction…
Rigless well intervention is an economical and efficient solution for maintaining, repairing, or improving well performance without needing an expensive drilling rig. This approach reduces downtime while cutting operational costs and improving safety, while prolonging oil and gas wells’ lives indefinitely. We examine the key techniques, applications, and benefits associated with rigless well intervention in this…
The oil and gas industry is contentiously adopting cutting-edge technologies to increase efficiency, cut costs, and improve security. One of these innovations includes the integration of digital twins into drilling simulators, which is revolutionizing the way the drilling process is planned, tracked, and streamlined. When used in drilling operations, digital twins can be used by engineers to simulate scenarios, predict the…
The oil and gas industry is well-known for its intricate operations and risky environments. One of the most crucial aspects of drilling is well control, which involves controlling pressure to prevent blowouts and uncontrolled releases of fluid. To ensure that personnel are prepared for the high-stakes situations, oil rig simulators have emerged as important tools for training and certification for well…
As energy companies strive for more cost-efficient drilling operations, Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS) have emerged as game-changing technologies. Recognized for improving directional drilling precision while simultaneously cutting non-productive time down significantly and speeding well delivery times up significantly, RSS tools are fast becoming standard among high-performance drillers worldwide. Let’s discover why they are revolutionizing the drilling…
Multistage fracturing is a revolutionary technique in the oil and gas industry that enhances well productivity by creating multiple fractures along a horizontal wellbore. This method has transformed unconventional resource extraction, making it possible to access previously unreachable reserves. Basics of Multistage Fracturing Multistage fracturing is an advanced well stimulation technique used to maximize oil and…
It is under increasing pressure to improve production efficiency and reduce environmental impacts in the oil and gas industry. To meet this challenge, the industry is adopting a new generation of recovery and extraction technologies that are expected to change the way oil is produced. The future new techniques for oil production are characterized by a blend of digital technology,…
In the industry of oil and gas, well control is crucial for drilling operations, as it ensures security, stops blowouts, and helps protect the environment. Traditional well control methods depended heavily on chemical treatment and mechanical equipment, which have substantial environmental impacts. As the industry shifts to more sustainable and green practices, sustainable well control solutions are getting more attention. These…
As global energy industries undergo digitalization, automated drilling rigs have emerged as key players of a smart oilfield revolution. These high-tech systems are revolutionizing oil and gas exploration operations by dramatically improving efficiency, safety, and profitability; but what exactly drives this transformation? Here we explore how automated drilling rigs are shaping tomorrow’s smart oilfields. The Rise of…