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2026 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference and Exhibition
3–5 February 2026
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center | The Woodlands, Texas, USA

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Operational Intelligence driving Execution Excellence

Tuesday, 3 February
Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Technical Session
This session explores how real-time measurements, simulation-driven workflows, and advanced scheduling strategies are transforming the execution of hydraulic fracturing. Presentations will highlight innovations in closed-loop completions, simul-frac optimization, and pressure diagnostics that drive operational efficiency and capital effectiveness.
Session Chairpersons
Matthew Jones - Occidental Petroleum Corp.
Amit Singh - Chevron Corporation
  • 1300-1345 230613
    Transforming Hydraulic Fracturing: The First-Ever Closed-Loop Completions Program
    A. Navaiz, Halliburton; M. Paradeis, Chevron Corporation; P. Stark, Halliburton
  • 1345-1410 230654
    Simul-/zipper-frac Scheduling Optimization To Enhance Pad Completion Efficiency And Economics
    Y. Zhang, The University of Texas At Austin; D. Cao, T. Williams, Devon Energy Corporation; P. Ashok, D. Chen, E. van Oort, The University of Texas At Austin
  • 1410-1435 230647
    Employing Live Subsurface Measurements To Support Intelligent Decision-Making Workflows While Fracturing
    K. Fatheree, Seismos; C. Cipolla, J. Lassek, Hess Corp.
  • 1535-1600 230625
    Simulation-Driven Optimization of Simultaneous Frac Execution Strategies: Trade-Off Analysis of 2- and 3-Well Simul-Frac, Cost Models, Operational Efficiency, Flow Rates, and Stage Lengths
    B. Eidson, PrePad; L. Porras Mendoza, M.P. Zimmerman, K. Matiasz, Birchcliff Energy Ltd; C.C. Cole, M. Rodriguez, Chevron
  • 1600-1625 230603
    Low-Frequency Water Hammer Reflection Time Predicitve Modeling with Gauge-Based Bottomhole Pressure Validation for Hydraulic Fracturing Diagnostics
    A. Khan, S. Kurniadi, E. Ugarte, SLB
  • 1625-1650 230661
    Zipper Annular Completions In The Nisku Formation
    M. Gunn, B. Toronchuk, STEP Energy Services; C. Fulowski, Aspenleaf Energy Limited
  • Alternate 230655
    Journey To A 100% Natural Gas-powered Hydraulic Fracturing Site: Stepwise Innovation And Deployment Strategies For Full Scale Transition
    J. Boyer, N. Riviere, N. Getschel, STEP Energy Services
  • Alternate 230616
    Adaptive Target Setting In Completion Operations: A Multi-method Data-driven Framework For Fleet Performance Optimization
    S. Poludasu, M. McLean, J. Wallis, C. Everts, NexTier Oilfield Solutions