Wednesday, 9 December
0830–1000 hours
SESSION 40: LNG
Session Chairpersons: Fadwa Eljack, Qatar University, and Rafi Baghdijian, Shell
Dukhan Room
13464 |
Innovation and Integration in LNG Technology Solutions |
13709 |
Leveraging a Common Infrastructure to Support Qatar ’s Rapid LNG Expansion |
13540 |
The Challenges and Countermeasures In China's Natural Gas Rapid Development Period |
Alternates/Posters
14083 |
Evaluation of LNG, CNG, GTL and NGH for Monetisation of Stranded Associated Gas with the Incentive of Carbon Credit |
SESSION 41: DATA ACQUISITION IS CRITICAL TO RESERVOIR MANAGEMENT
Session Chairpersons: Amran Nong Chik, Qatargas, and Robert Winn, Texas A&M University at Qatar
Al Maha Room
12971 |
Gas Condensate Allocation In Un‑Mixed Complexes Reservoirs Using Combined Fingerprinting and PVT Technologies |
13546 |
Multi‑Layer Testing: Theory and Practice |
14004 |
Tomography Powered 3‑Phase Flow Metering in the Wet Gas Regime |
Alternates/Posters
13309 |
Advanced Production Logging Review of a Number of Horizontal Wells in the North of Oman |
Poster
| 13413 | A Consistent Workflow from Seismic Acquisition to Well Positioning ‑ for Challenging Data in Block 11, Offshore Qatar C. Hanitzsch, G. Bresser, W. Heerde, V. Jakob, M.P. Suess, Wintershall; M.E. Zahran, Qatar Petroleum; J. Altenkirch, International Seismic Interpretation |
SESSION 42: EXPLORATION & DEVELOPMENT OF SUBTLE TRAPS
Session Chairpersons:
Jean-Marc A. Rodriguez, Total, and Loren Regier, ExxonMobil Exploration Company
Salwa Ballroom I
13962 |
Burial Hydrodynamics and Subtle Hydrocarbon Trap Evaluation: From the Mahakam Delta to the South Caspian Sea |
13742 |
Improving Fold and Thrust Belt Imaging, Wyoming Thrust Belt, Wyoming ‑ A Case Study |
13304 |
Proactive Geosteering in Thin Reservoir Bound by Anhydrite in Saudi Arabia A. Al-Hajari, A. Soremi, S. M. Ma, A. Julaih, T. Thompson, G. Saghiyyah, Saudi Aramco; A. Lotfy, M.Bayrakdar, M. Bittar, R. Chemali, Halliburton |
Alternates/Posters
13343 |
Commitment to Coax Subtleties From Seismic by Means of an Intelligent Integrated Approach ‑ A Case Study |
13619 |
Flow Unit Thickness and Permeability Evaluation in Horizontal Wells Using Logging While Drilling and Wireline Formation Tester Transient Data |
Poster
| 13407 | Access to Thin Reservoirs - Successful Multi-Lateral Wells Delivered Through a Team Based Approach to Reservoir Navigation |
SESSION 43: IOR THROUGH INNOVATIVE COMPLETIONS
Session Chairpersons: Joseph Ayoub, Schlumberger
Salwa Ballroom II
13645 |
Case Story: Successful Application of a Novel Conformance Treatment in Extended Reach Horizontal Well in the Al Shaheen Field, Offshore Qatar |
13576 |
Novel Fracturing Technique Inhibits Post‑Fracturing Water Production |
13230 |
Field Application Results of HWSP in Western Siberia: Design Optimisation, Conclusions, and Recommendations |
Alternates/Posters
13995 |
Hydraulic Fracturing Improvement Based on Advanced Acoustic Logging in the Complex Geology of the Kamennoe Field |
14077 |
Integrated Team Approach to the Development of a High Expansion, Hydraulic Set, Open Hole Packer |
SESSION 44: INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES IN RESERVOIR MODELLING
Session Chairpersons:
Anuj Gupta, Texas A&M University at Qatar, and Lama A. Al-Oreibi, Qatar Shell Research & Technology Center
Salwa Ballroom III
14069 |
A Recipe to Balance ‘Black Box’ and Deterministic Methods when Designing Geological Models |
13536 |
Reservoir Development Modelling Using Full Physics and Proxy Simulations |
13394 |
Pressure‑Pressure Deconvolution Analysis of Multiwell Interference and Interval Pressure Transient Tests |
Alternates/Posters
14020 |
History Matching Channelised Reservoirs Using the Ensemble Kalman Filter |
14074 |
Revisiting Brugge Case Study Using a Hierarchical Ensemble Kalman Filter |
Posters
| 14008 | Inclusions Of Well Test Interpretation and Sector Model Simulation Into A Full Field Model: An Integration Modelling Approach N. Al-Mohannadi, O. Seybold, J. Dawans, Qatar Shell, G. Reijnders, Sarawak Shell |
| 13856 | Experimental Design Based History Matching of Reservoir Simulation Models for Champion Field M.B. Hj Tuah, K. Nishi, Brunei Shell Petroleum; G.P. Lebiadowski, Shell International E&P |
| 13732 | Incorporating Fuzzy Logic and Artificial Neural Networks for Building a Hydraulic Unit‑Based Model for Permeability Prediction of a Heterogeneous Carbonate Reservoir M. Shahvar, R. Kharrat, Petroleum University of Technology Research Center, Iran; R. Mahdavi, PetroIran Development Company |
| 13935 | Performance Analysis Of The Hybrid Fracture Media Upscaling Approach On A Realistic Case Of Naturally Fractured Reservoir N. Khvoenkova, M. Delorme, Institut Français du Pétrole |
| 13920 | Modelling Improved Recovery Methods in an Unstructured Grid Simulator S.K. Verma, B. Adibhatla, A. Leahy‑Dios, T. Willingham, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company |
| 13784 | Quality Assessment and Consistency Evaluation Of Hydrocarbon PVT Data J.J. Lawrence, D.K. Gupta, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company |
| 13163 | Methodology for Determination of Reservoir Complexity from DFA Tools and EOS Log Predictions |
| 13443 | Combined Spatially Resolved and Non‑Resolved 1H‑NMR Relaxation Analysis To Assess and Monitor Wettability Reversal In Carbonate Rocks P. Macini, E.N. Mesini, F. Srisuriyachai, V. Bortolotti, P. Fantazzini, M. Gombia, University of Bologna |
SESSION 45: OPERATIONS OF GEOLOGY/GEOSTEERING
Session Chairpersons: Ralf Polinski, Schlumberger, and Robert Bacon, Baker Hughes
Al Rayyan Room
13723 |
Application Of Spectroscopy and Sigma Measurements To Enhance Petrophysical Evaluations and Geosteering In The Mineralogical Complex, Thin Bedded Nahr Umr Sandstone Reservoir |
13453 |
Utilising Advanced Well Placement Process To Develop Structurally Complex Areas In Maydan Mahzam Field (Offshore Qatar) |
13688 |
3D Seismic Attributes, A Tool For Well Placment In Complex Reef Build‑Up |
Alternates/Posters
13455 |
Simplifying Geosteering Interpretation and Decision Making In Complex Environments Using Deep Resistivity Images R. Bacon, D. Kennedy, E. Hart, G. Nardi, Baker Hughes |
13134 |
Formation Pressure While Drilling Measurements for Reservoir Management Applications‑Case Studies from Saudi Arabia |
Posters
| 13269 | Downhole Fluid Density For WBM‑Formation Water Sampling With Wireline Formation Tester C. Mas, C.K. Khong, M. Ardila, Schlumberger |
| 13756 | Stress Path Dependent Hydromechanical Properties of Carbonates ‑ Impact of Heterogeneities and Use of Effective Medium Theory for Critical State Scaling N.F. Gland, J. Dautriat, O. Vizika, Institut Français du Pétrole; J.L. Raphanel, A. Dimanov, Ecole Polytechnique |
| 13332 | Exploration Petrophysics For Intra-Salt Carbonates In Ultra Saline Environment V. Saxena, Petroleum Development Oman; T.D. Mcdonald, Schlumberger |
| 13945 | Measuring the Seismic Wave With Photons: Realisation of the Optical Oil Field J. Langhammer, M. Eriksrud, H. Nakstad, Optoplan; C. Berg, CGGVeritas |
| 13665 | Geosteering in a Complex Lithology Environment of Wara Sand Using the Multi‑Function Logging While Drilling Tool, Minagish Field of Kuwait E.I. Archibong, O. Oyeyemi, V.Chimirala, Schlumberger; T.M. El‑Gezeery, F. Al‑Saqran, Kuwait Oil Company |
1045–1215 hours
SESSION 46: INTEGRATED RESERVOIR MANAGEMENT AND SURVEILLANCE ‑ 2
Session Chairpersons:
Vipin Gupta, Petroleum Development Oman, and German Garcia, Schlumberger
Al Majlis Hall
13882 |
Microseismic Reservoir Monitoring in a Deep Carbonate Wellbore Environment In Kazakhstan K.G. Maver, Y. Hilsman, A. Boivineau, U. Rinck, Schlumberger; M. Eales,, T. Daley, Karachaganak Petroleum Operating |
13646 |
Creating Value In Well and Reservoir Management Through Proactive Surveillance A.A. Azkawi, M. Al‑Salhi, L. Sha, R.I. Abdulkadir, H. Subhi, Petroleum Development Oman |
13456 |
Research on the Well logging Technique of Hydrocarbons Identification for the Complicated Reservoirs in WN Oilfield |
SESSION 47: HUMAN FACTORS AND SAFETY
Session Chairpersons:
Linda Battalora, Colorado School of Mines, and Reddy S. Sunardi, PT Medco E&P Indonesia
Dukhan Room
13760 |
Pearl GTL Village ‑ Setting New Standards |
13705 |
SIMOPS During Construction, Commissioning, Startup, and Operation of the World's Largest LNG Project |
13275 |
Ergonomics, Software and Geophysical Interpretation |
Alternates/Posters
13250 |
Integration Of Biodiversity Conservation Into Site Operations: Methodological Approach and Field Projects |
13926 |
Human Factors in Large Capital Projects |
Posters
| 14095 | The Spirit of Socio‑Economic Development S. Al Hajji, Total |
| 13718 | Preventing and Controlling Endemic Diseases in a Pipeline Construction in Amazon Region M.A. Chimelli, Petrobras; G.B. Lima, Universidade Federal Fluminense |
| 13816 | Leadership Influence in Safety Change Effort S.H. Malallah, Kuwait National Petroleum Company |
| 13592 | Emissions Management for Major Projects D.R. Callon, ExxonMobil Development Company |
SESSION 48: DATA AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Session Chairpersons: Amal Al-Awami, Saudi Aramco, and Atef Ebed, Reservoir Exploration Technology
Al Maha Room
13411 |
An Overview Of Qatar Petroleum's Multidisciplinary Database Project |
13372 |
Data Management Acceleration Project: A Case Study In Doing It Right! |
13159 |
Dynamic Surveillance Templates for Reservoir Management: Diagnostic Tools Oriented to Production Optimisation |
Alternates/Posters
13921 |
A Web‑Based GIS Solution for Drilling Data Workflows in Kuwait |
14056 |
Applications of a Modern GIS (Geographic Information System) Geodatabase in Geotechnical, Geophysical and Geological Analyses |
13317 |
Data Integration, Analysis and Visualisation for Knowledge Management in Oil and Gas Upstream Industry ‑ an Emphasis on Using Advanced GIS Technologies. |
Posters
| 13300 | An Integrated Approach To Environmental Data Management At Imperial Oil's Cold Lake Operations U. Becker, P. Groch, K. Johnson, ExxonMobil; J. Haverhals, T. Harbarenko, Imperial Oil |
| 13729 | Bridging The Gap In Reservoir Quality Predictions: Replacing Single Point Reservoir Properties With Topological Data Analysis E. Diaz, B. Nur, A. Grader, H. Tono, A. Nur, G. Li, Ingrain |
SESSION 49: TRAPS, FAULTS AND FRACTURE NETWORK
Session Chairpersons:
Maher Al-Marhoom, Saudi Aramco, and Valentina Zampetti, Qatar Shell Research and Technology Centre
Salwa Ballroom I
14110 |
Fault Detection Workflow In Al Khalij Field In Qatar |
13724 |
Integration of High Resolution 3D Seismic and Long Horizontal Well Data for Predictive Structural Modelling of the Tight Cretaceous Kharaib B Reservoir in the Al Shaheen Field, Offshore Qatar |
13412 |
Paleostrain and Fracture Potential Of Deep‑Seated Wrench‑Fault Systems In The Post‑Hith Of Block 11 (Qatar) |
Alternates/Posters
14042 |
Fracture Characterization Of A Tight Gas Reservoir Using Seismic Attributes Derived From Singular Value Decomposition Of Azimuthal AVO Data |
13915 |
Observations of Open Fractures in Carbonate Reservoir Rocks, Implications for Fluid Flow Simulations |
14053 |
Stochastic Propagation of Discrete Fracture Networks |
Posters
| 13156 | Basement Reservoirs ‑ A Review of their Geological and Production Characteristics J. Gutmanis, Geoscience Limited |
| 13652 | A Mid‑Miocene, Lower Fars Formation Channel System in Northern Kuwait H. Al‑Owihan, M. Ahmed, S.S. Thakur, S.K. Tanoli, Kuwait Oil Company |
SESSION 50: NEW TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE FIELD PERFORMANCE
Session Chairpersons:Nobuyuki Samizo, Arabian Oil Company, and Pankaj Kumar, Qatargas
Salwa Ballroom II
13692 |
Multi‑Component Seismic Applications for Maximising Efficiency and Production from Fractured Carbonate Reservoirs in Idd El Shargi Field E. Maili, C. Negulescu, Occidental Petroleum Qatar |
14010 |
Integrated Field Development ‑ Improved Field Planning and Operation Optimisation |
13821 |
Strategy of Multipay Fields Address Management |
Poster
| 13694 | Testing and Interpreting Multi‑Lateral Wells C.C. Condie, Occidental Petroleum Qatar Limited |
SESSION 51: INTEGRATED FIELD DEVELOPMENT
Session Chairpersons: Abdulla A. Al-Suwaidi, Qatar Petroleum, and Max Prins, Qatar Shell Service Company
Salwa Ballroom III
13696 |
North Field Well Delivery ‑ Commitment to Top Quartile Performance |
13330 |
Water Flooding Efficiency in a Low‑Permeability Mixed‑Wet to Oil‑Wet Carbonate Reservoir; A Case Study from the Kharaib B Reservoir in the Al Shaheen Field, Offshore Qatar |
13883 |
Fast Appraisal and Development Of A Stratigraphic Carbonate Play |
Posters
| 13162 | Samarang Field – Seismic to Simulation Redevelopment Evaluation Brings New Life to an Old Oilfield, Offshore Sabah, Malaysia |
| 13991 | Field Development Process Improvement at KOC H. Al‑Zuabi, F.A. Ali, T.J. Acomb, Kuwait Oil Company |
SESSION 52: UNCONVENTIONAL: GAS
Session Chairpersons: Adrian Mellin, Shell, and Lee Ramsey, Schlumberger
Al Rayyan Room
13832 |
Mineralogy, Fracture and Textural Analysis for Formation Evaluation in Tight Gas Reservoirs |
13185 |
Reservoir Modelling and Production Evaluation in Shale‑Gas Reservoirs |
13395 |
Application of Horizontal Wells with Multiple Hydraulic Fractures for the Development of Low Permeability Oil Reservoir in Western Siberia |
Poster
| 13338 | Sensitivity Studies of Horizontal Wells with Hydraulic Fractures in Shale Gas Reservoirs X. Zhang, C. Du, F. Deimbacher, M. Crick, A. Harikesavanallur, Schlumberger |
1400–1530 hours
SESSION 53: INNOVATIVE WELL COMPLETION
Session Chairpersons:
Gamal Hassan, Baker Hughes, and Tom L. Gee, Weatherford
Al Majlis Hall
13815 |
Novel Perforation Job Design Leads to Successful TCP Shoot in a 3000 Foot Horizontal Carbonate Producer |
13997 |
Achieving the Downhole Fiber‑Optic Wet Connect |
13611 |
Long Column Cementing of Light Slimhole Wells ‑ Mahakam Delta Indonesia Case History |
Alternates/Posters
13624 |
Qualification and Use of a Self‑Equalising Subsurface Safety Valve in Large Bore High Rate Gas Well Applications |
13809 |
An Innovative Perforating Technique Of Multiple Gun Sizes For Multiple Casing Sizes In Single Run |
13967 |
Permanent Downhole Cable to Surface Gauges Technology and Real‑time Monitoring System Optimises Production in Artificial Lift Horizontal Wells, B Field Sultanate of Oman Case Study |
Posters
| 13074 | Qualification and Deployment of a Unique Polymer Conformance Control System D. Brink, B. Ritchie, I. Abbasy, M. Pitts, Maersk Oil Qatar; M.R. Jaafar, Qatar Petroleum; D. Beaman, Halliburton |
| 13626 | Openhole ICD Completion With Fracture Isolation In A Horizontal Slimhole Well ‑ Case Study P.E. Smith, D.A. Young, M. Al-Madlouh, Halliburton; M.Z. Awang, Saudi Aramco |
| 13675 | Past, Present and Future Developments in CT ESP Technology in the Al Rayyan Field C. Goddard, Occidental; E. Cuadros, Schlumberger |
| 13966 | Shock Absorber for Use With Barrier Valves in Lubricator Applications J. Sloan, T. Andrews, Baker Hughes |
| 14094 | Production Optimisation of Multi‑Lateral Wells Using Passive Inflow Control Devices D. Hembling, G. Berberian, A. Al-Mumen, Saudi Aramco; S. Simonian, G. Salerno, FloTech |
| 13770 | Real‑time Operations Surveillance Detects Completion Problems during Workover and Optimises Production by Over Three Folds, Field Case Study, Eastern Desert, Egypt A. Ismail, ESHPETCO; R. Soegiyono, T, Elsherif, Schlumberger |
| 13292 | Design, Testing, Qualification and Application of Orifice Type Inflow Control Devices |
| 13862 | Latest‑Generation Inflow Control Device Technology Provides Added Functionality During Completion With Improved Well Control Features M.P. Coronado, R. Woudwijk, Baker Hughes; M. Infra, A. Al-Mumen, Z. Al-Baggal, Saudi Aramco |
| 13925 | Recent Advances In Modelling Well Inflow Control Devices In Reservoir Simulation B. Youngs, K.J. Neylon, J.A. Holmes, Schlumberger |
SESSION 54: PRODUCTION CHEMISTRY & FLOW ASSURANCE 2
Session Chairpersons: Bill Martin, Zakum Development Company, and Shahid A. Haq, Schlumberger
Dukhan Room
120988 |
Modelling the Effect of Asphaltene on the Development of the Marrat Field |
13420 |
Case Studies on Simulation of Wax Deposition in Pipelines |
13266 |
Dynamic Asphaltene Behaviour for Gas Injection Risk Analysis |
Alternates/Posters
13061 |
Gas Hydrate Problems in Desert of Sultanate of Oman: Experiences and Integrated Inhibition Programme |
13262 |
Simulating the Permeability Reduction Due to Asphaltene Deposition in Porous Media |
SESSION 55: GEOMECHANICS MEASUREMENTS AND APPLICATIONS
Session Chairpersons:
Ahmed S. Abou-Sayed, Advantek International, and Guy Vachon, Baker Hughes
Al Maha Room
13339 |
Depletion Effects on a Currently Active Fault and Existing Subsidence Bowl: Geomechanics Assessment ‑ Giant Northern Field Oman |
13541 |
Field‑Based Drilling Fluid Design Optimisation Methodology Successfully Mitigated Time‑Dependent Shale Instability in Khafji Field |
13773 |
Constraining In-Situ Stresses at BETA by Analysis of Borehole Images and Downhole Pressure Data J. Pei, S. Wessling, A. Hartmann, A. Bartetzko, Baker Hughes |
Alternates/Posters
14043 |
Improved Method for Estimating the Strength of Carbonate Rocks |
119358 |
Hydraulic Fracturing Using Heavy Brine and Microseismic Monitoring in Yufutsu Oil and Gas Field |
Posters
| 13390 | Advances in Wireline Conveyed In‑situ Reservoir Stress Testing Measurements: Case Studies from the Sultanate of Oman S.M. Elmsallati, L. Qobi, Petroleum Development Oman; K. Cig, A.S. Al Mandhari, R.J. Bon, Schlumberger |
| 125614 | Improving Drilling Efficiency Through Wellbore Stability Analysis In The Gulf Of Suez, Egypt M. Van Steene, D. Dutta, Schlumberger |
SESSION 56: INTEGRATED GEOLOGICAL MODELLING
Session Chairpersons: Cecile Pabian-Goyheneshe, Total, and James Owens, Qatargas
12973 |
An Integral Approach Boosts the Value of Heavy Oil Core Analysis |
13461 |
3D Modelling of the Arab Formation (Maydan Mahzam Field, Offshore Qatar): An Integrated Approach |
SESSION 57: CONVENTIONAL EOR
Session Chairpersons:
Kamel Bennaceur, Schlumberger, and Tayfun Babdagli, University of Alberta
Salwa Ballroom II
13240 |
Hibernia Q Block - Waterflooding to Increase Field Liquid Recovery with the Presence of a Gas Cap R. Stright, G. Stylianides, Hibernia Management & Development Company; A. Stackel, O. Ozen, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company |
13663 |
Development of Universal Proxy Models for Screening and Optimisation of Cyclic Pressure Pulsing in Naturally Fractured Reservoirs |
14070 |
Enhanced Oil Recovery and CO2 Storage by Carbonated Water Injection |
Alternates/Posters
14048 |
Global Field, Pilot and Laboratory Experience of EOR‑WAG Flooding‑ Will it Make A Difference? |
13279 |
Coupled Reactive Transport Models of Acid Gas Injection (AGI) in Siliciclastic and Carbonate Reservoirs: Understanding Fundamental Controls on Injection Performance and Storage Security |
SESSION 58: RESERVOIR MONITORING AND OPTIMISATION
Session Chairpersons:
Ekrem Kasap, Petroleum Development Oman, Nasser Al-Mohannadi, Qatar Shell Service Company
Salwa Ballroom III
14054 |
Genetic‑Like Modelling of Hydrothermal Dolomite Reservoir Constrained by Dynamic Data |
13680 |
The Influence of Geological Heterogeneities on Well Productivity: Simulated Carbonate Outcrop Analogue |
13671 |
Case Study: Improved Reservoir Management from a Surface Controlled Two‑Zone Open Hole Packer Completion in a Horizontal Well in Al Shaheen Field, Offshore Qatar |
Alternate/Poster
13912 |
A Novel Analysis Procedure for Estimating Thickness‑Independent Horizontal and Vertical Permeabilities from Pressure Data at an Observation Probe Acquired by Packer‑Probe Wireline Formation Testers |
SESSION 59: GEOPHYSICAL CASE STUDIES
Session Chairpersons:
Adel El-Emam, Kuwait Oil Company, and Leonard J. Srnka, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company
Al Rayyan Room
| 13774 | Application Of New Seismic Technology Offshore UAE C. Walker, Reservoir Exploration Technology |
14022 |
Monitoring Seismic Processing for Seismic Reservoir Characterisation |
13982 |
An Integrated Analysis for the Re‑assessment of Hydrocarbon Potential of a Low Prospect Area: A Case Study on Jurassic Marrat Reservoir of Burgan Structure in South East Kuwait |
Alternates/Posters
13497 |
Geophysical Exploration Technology Of Complex Volcanic Rock Gas Reservoir |
14019 |
The Application of Attributes Derived From High Resolution Seismic Data in Horizontal Drilling: A Case Study From Shuaiba Formation, Minagish Field, West Kuwait |
Poster
| 13440 | Water Injection Fall‑Off Tests in Deepwater Reservoir: What Do We Actually See Into Formation? S. Daungkaew, A. Carnegie, S. Abramochkin, K. Goh, Schlumberger; P. Bee, Murphy Oil Corporation |
1545-1630 hours
Al Dafna Hall

