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On the Move (Week of Dec. 6, 2021)

New hires, promotions and appointments continue to fuel the industry's workforce.

Exploration Advances: Seismic Technology Platform Improves Vibroseis Productivity, Data Quality

A new vibroseis technology platform gives instant and remote access to a whole new set of vib functions, reducing HSE risks and eliminating manual monitoring.

The Secret to Unlocking Drilling Efficiencies

The decisions you make are only as good as the data behind them. For production engineers, relevant and accessible data can translate to reduced time, improved safety and more productive worksites.

E&P Case Study: CannSeal Delivers Industry-first in North Sea Operation for Neptune Energy

CannSeal delivers an industry-first epoxy solution during initial completions stage to overcome complex downhole challenges in collaboration with Neptune Energy in the North Sea.

Multilateral Retrofits in Subsea Wells Accelerate Time to First Oil

Here’s how a high-value, low carbon solution helped one of the largest E&P companies on the Norwegian Continental Shelf access new reserves in the mature Goliat Field.

Opinion: Net-zero Opportunities for Oil and Gas Supply Chains

Here’s how the U.K.’s recent net-zero commitment creates a strategic opportunity for suppliers in the oil and gas supply chain.

Carbon Footprint Matrix: Reducing CO2 in Upstream Development

New chemicals and technologies are helping upstream oil and gas developers operate more sustainably and minimize their carbon footprint in their infrastructure.

International Highlights (Week of Nov. 22, 2021)

Check out these E&P and drilling activity highlights from around the world.

On the Move (Week of Nov. 22, 2021)

New hires, promotions and appointments continue to fuel the industry's workforce.

Tech Trends (Week of Nov. 22, 2021)

This weekly section highlights the latest upstream technologies designed to improve efficiencies.

Reducing Emissions and Improving Safety with IoT Systems

More companies are starting to invest in IoT technologies and services as a way to reduce costs and methane emissions.

Intelligent and Sustainable Upstream Operations are the Way for the Future

With a large amount of data collected, operators and contractors are now looking out for a way to utilize the data effectively to generate insights to improve their operations.

First-ever Desander Operation Completed in Trinidad

With significant reservoirs and a growing focus on natural gas production, the Trinidad region is host to major global operators.

Metal Expandable Packer Drills a Multilateral Well Within a Highly Permeable Reservoir

The MEP Welltec Annular Barrier drilled and completed a multilateral well with two different legs, eliminating opex and nonproductive rig time.

Opinion: No More Early Retirement for Oil Fields

Reviving and extending old fields is more cost effective and environmentally friendly than drilling.

Advanced Technology Takes Aim at Leak Detection

Siemens Energy and Proflex Technology recently highlighted technology that utilizes a modified negative pressure wave and the Internet of Things to find leaks.

Drilling Fluid Advances: Tagging Technology Improves Mud Logging Process

Saudi Aramco's NanoTags—winners of a 2021 Meritorious Award of Engineering Innovation—have been designed for drill cuttings depth accuracy. 

International Highlights (Week of Nov. 15, 2021)

Check out these E&P and drilling activity highlights from around the world.

On the Move (Week of Nov. 15, 2021)

New hires, promotions and appointments continue to fuel the industry's workforce.

Tech Trends (Week of Nov. 15, 2021)

This weekly section highlights the latest upstream technologies designed to improve efficiencies.

E&P Case Study: A New Tool to Reduce Emissions from Drilling Operations

EcoCell is a new energy management system set to reduce carbon emissions during drilling operations by utilizing battery energy storage to optimize the number of generators online.

Devon, Well Data Labs Develop New Standard in Fracture Diagnostics

Over 10,000 stages have been analyzed using the patented sealed wellbore pressure monitoring process, commercialized by Devon Energy’s exclusive partner Well Data Labs, in every major North and South American unconventional basin.

Opinion: Geothermal Energy Production and Playing It Cool to Realize Its Potential

Is geothermal power too hot to handle? Excessive wellbore temperatures certainly present exceptional operational challenges. But as the energy transition gathers pace, it represents a fast-emerging alternative to hydrocarbons—a potentially vast global resource.

Unifying Oil and Gas Companies Through Blockchain

As more energy companies deploy blockchain systems within their work sites—creating a more profitable and unified workspace—those that don't could be left behind.

International Highlights (Week of Nov. 8, 2021)

Check out these E&P and drilling activity highlights from around the world.

Tech Trends (Week of Nov. 8, 2021)

This weekly section highlights the latest upstream technologies designed to improve efficiencies.

On the Move (Week of Nov. 8, 2021)

New hires, promotions and appointments continue to fuel the industry's workforce.

Opinion: The Upstream’s Competition on Carbon

If the industry is preparing to compete on carbon, we should expect material reductions, potentially to the surprise of many.

Using Sensor Data to Right-place Valves and Other Components of Gas-lift Systems

How to use the design line method to maximize maturing reservoir conditions in Permian Basin wells. 

Optimizing Analytics Software to Manage ESP Assets

Because preventative maintenance isn’t an option on ESPs, it is crucial that operators use analytics software to predict performance issues and prescriptively manage their assets.

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