E&P Magazine - January 2002
Cover Story
Build better relations
It is time for the energy industry to implement a public relations plan to win the hearts and minds of people across the country.
Drilling Technologies
Reclaim the oil from cuttings
As environmental regulations tighten, operators are faced with limited options for oil- and synthetic-based mud and cuttings disposal.
Tech Watch
DOE mulls shallowwater royalty relief
As imports become riskier, the US Department of Energy (DOE) investigates ways to extend productive life of marginal Gulf properties.
Activity Highlights
Heroes with clay feet
Faster than a speeding locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound.
Another Perspective
4-C system goes ultradeep
An autonomous four-component seabed system offers a deepwater alternative to ocean-bottom cable.
Amplitude responses image reservoir
A new approach to seismic interpretation improves resolution and reduces risk.
Conductors revamped for deep water
Conductor systems suitable for deepwater and harsh-environment jackups must account for increased wave and current loading, greater casing weights and the influence of jackup movement.
Demand drives energy growth
Nations around the world want to use gas and sell oil, creating an imbalance that forces strong growth in gas production.
Diversity increases supply security
As nations seek greater energy self-sufficiency, they will turn in increasing numbers to offshore oil and gas sources.
Hang in there; it will get better
This year will be the opposite of 2001 - a little drilling in the first half and more in the second half.
ITBS extracts 75 million bbl from Troll
A new multilateral system has enabled Norsk Hydro to increase production from a deepwater field.
New technology ready and waiting
Seismic contractors have a pipeline full of new ideas in anticipation of favorable market conditions.
Production moves to world decline
Depletion of non-Opec oil reserves puts more control in the hands of Opec and offers technology-based profit opportunities.
Spending declines greet price uncertainty
Worldwide cash outlays that drive future oil and gas production will decline in 2002, but spending will remain strong.
Vibrator combines mobility, low impact
A new generation of vehicle with a smooth ride is minimizing the environmental impact of seismic operations.
World Map
Only in union is there strength
PGS and Veritas prepare for an April wedding in hopes of providing a little more competition for WesternGeco.