July/August 2023

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Digital Transformation
Digitalization pushes rig alarm, alert systems into the next frontier Drillers are increasingly using AI, machine learning, computer vision to notify personnel of performance limiters, keep rig crews safe By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor
Sensor advances enhance data accuracy, drive more automated workflows Industry finding innovative ways to improve data collection for applications like rig equipment monitoring and flow measurements while prolonging sensor durability in harsh environments By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor
Eni pilots software mapping emissions, fuel use to specific activities By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor
Chevron leverages smart alarms, multidisciplinary staff at support center to monitor process safety, develop fit-for-purpose solutions By Jessica Whiteside, Contributor
MIT-led project incorporates hard-to-measure data to develop digital twin for drilling risers By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor
Supercomputers and CCS key to Petrobras’ efforts to build a low-carbon energy ecosystem By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor
Oilfield Water Management
Industry builds circular water economy as it leans into recycling and reuse Water management companies investing heavily in treatment technologies and transport infrastructure as E&Ps continue to shift away from disposal wells, reduce reliance on freshwater By Stephen Forrester, Contributor
Geothermal Drilling
New ‘walking’ tool anchors the bit to the rock, aims to mitigate stick/slip by preventing buildup of reactive torque downhole By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor
Innovations in Deepwater
OTC panel: Deepwater’s low-cost, low-emission profile to keep it competitive in coming decades By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor
IADC Connection
From the President: Our members make the industry an exceptional global community By Jason McFarland, IADC President
News Cuttings IADC North Sea Chapter workshop highlights industry’s mental health challenges DrillingIn video series features drilling fluids processing book Q1 2023 ISP report shows 284 recordables globally
Wirelines NSTA streamlines submission of supply chain action plans with new online portal IADC’s VP of Policy discusses advocacy efforts in D.C. BSEE revises OCS decom rules, signs collaboration agreement on oil spills Halliburton, Oil States recognized with NOIA safety awards
Departments
Drilling Ahead: To bust the asymptote, industry may have to fundamentally redefine safety By Linda Hsieh, Editor & Publisher
D&C News Equinor aims to double field life and production from reinvigorated Njord field Utah FORGE spuds 2nd highly deviated deep well $12.7 billion Uaru development in Guyana with 10 drill centers, 44 wells gets green light ADNOC Drilling to add 2 jackups to its fleet as part of continued expansion Equinor and partners take $9 billion decision to invest in Brazil’s BM-C-33 project BSEE tests subsea blowout preparedness with GOM drills Neptune boosts production from Adorf field in Germany Multiple new contracts announced for offshore rigs from Shelf, Odfjell, Stena
D&C Tech Digest Transocean Encourage drills its first fully automated hole section Data analytics to enable further fine tuning Jetting tool enables higher pump rate for BOP cleaning on Johan Sverdrup, reducing time by half 20,000-psi open-water shear, seal valves to support GOM HPHT campaign 46th GOM well intervention, 3 riserless zone perforations under C-Innovation’s belt NOV bit sets field record in Colombia’s Acordionero field
News Briefs: Environmental, Social and Governance Study touts low carbon intensity of US Gulf of Mexico oil production compared with other parts of the world ADNOC, Baker Hughes to advance hydrogen technology Competition launched to reshape global energy DNV to support EGPC with sustainability program
Oil & Gas Markets Westwood analysis show rig supply is shrinking in Asia Pacific while dayrates continue to rise Latin America’s natural gas deficit forecast to grow, lead to need for more imports Energy Council’s 2023 Global Industry Survey finds energy transition at top of strategic priorities list Europe may need 55 bcm cut in gas demand to avoid risks from supply reductions Texas Petro Index down amid weak oil and gas pricing, falling value of production
HSE&T Corner: Great Crew Change 2.0 – Better job-site engagement, competency assurance programs help to keep short-service employees safe By Jessica Whiteside, Contributor
People, Companies and Products Mohamed Hegazi appointed new CEO of ARO Drilling Chevron adds to onshore portfolio with PDC Energy acquisition Expro wins contracts for well services offshore UK and Uganda Tenaris to support Neptune drilling activities in Norway Well Control Schools adds immersive simulators to classroom training API names Meyer to new role as Senior Vice President Aquaterra Energy seals subsea riser deal with BP Stallion brings 3 divisions together under new name Equinor awards SURF, FPSO contracts for Brazil project ADNOC invests in project for sustainable water supply InteliWell lands rig services contract with Transocean Huisman launches digital portal for equipment owners Nabors, Corva form alliance to scale digital transformation BiSN reaches milestone with Wel-lok technology Products Extreme-Duty valves, seats achieve 800 hrs running life All-climate hydrocarbon fire protection coating ideal for extreme environments Ingersoll Rand expands cordless tools with IQV20 battery system 4D inversion technology enhances fluid tracking
Perspectives: Robert van Kuilenburg, Noble – Innovative thinking can push drilling into new frontiers By Stephen Whitfield, Associate Editor