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30 mins
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60 mins
- Keynote
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75 mins
- Panel Session
Success in carbonate stimulation involves more than just an increase in production post-stimulation. A more comprehensive definition includes factors such as ultimate recovery, health, safety, environmental concerns, operational risk, footprint, and efficiency. A panel of leading industry experts will present the success criteria for carbonate stimulation treatments from the perspectives of a national oil company, an international oil company, and a service company.
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30 mins
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90 mins
- Technical Sessions
Matrix acidising is crucial for enhancing the productivity of carbonate reservoir completions. This session will present case studies highlighting practical challenges and innovative solutions in matrix acidising treatments. Key topics include the selection and application of acid systems, diversion techniques, and placement methods to optimise well performance and hydrocarbon recovery. The case studies will demonstrate applications of the latest technologies and approaches. Design and operational considerations along with well productivity impacts will also be discussed.
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60 mins
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90 mins
- Technical Sessions
Carbonate reservoirs present unique challenges for matrix acidising due to varying completion lengths, reservoir conditions, and formation characteristics like permeability, lithology, temperature, and pressure. Novel fluid solutions are essential to minimise formation damage, optimise wormholing efficiency, and enhance hydrocarbon recovery. This session will explore recent innovations, field applications, and insights into these fluid systems, comparing their performance with conventional systems. Participants will gain valuable knowledge about the latest research, industry best practices, and emerging trends in acid stimulation for carbonate reservoirs.
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30 mins
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90 mins
- Technical Sessions
Diversion and fluid additives are crucial for fluid placement, damage removal, and effective formation dissolution while protecting well infrastructure. Effective diversion optimises the distribution of stimulation fluids to maximise production gains. Fluid additives protect tubulars, reduce friction, avoid unwanted reaction products, enhance acid performance, and aid in cleanup. This session will explore best practices and state-of-the-art techniques for diversion and fluid additives, highlighting innovative and cost-effective solutions. Case studies from global carbonate reservoirs will illustrate best practices, common pitfalls, and strategies to overcome field challenges, providing practical insights for enhancing stimulation performance.
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40 mins
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5 mins
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Session 4: Acid Fracturing: An Efficient and Effective Alternative to Other Well Stimulation Methods90 mins
- Technical Sessions
Tight carbonate reservoirs require acid fracturing to boost production and achieve economical rates. These treatments can be performed in single-stage vertical wells or multi-stage horizontal wells. Key performance objectives for evaluating acid fractures include fracture conductivity, etched fracture half-length, and efficiency in executing multi-stage treatments. This session will showcase case studies where new and innovative fluids, equipment, and modelling has been applied and how their performance compares with conventional methods.
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30 mins
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90 mins
- Technical Sessions
Carbonate formations are highly heterogeneous, posing challenges like unpredictable acid distribution, suboptimal treatment designs, and environmental concerns. This session will explore how theoretical modelling, combined with digital technologies, machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI), will transform carbonate acidising. It will discuss lab testing and research supporting new technology applications.
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60 mins
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90 mins
- Technical Sessions
Advancements in completion technologies have significantly enhanced acid stimulation outcomes in carbonate reservoirs. This session will showcase industry advancements and emerging technologies, such as fit-for-purpose acid stimulation completions, and explore the integration of innovative acoustic technologies, providing an understanding of their impact on well performance post-treatment.
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30 mins
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90 mins
- Technical Sessions
This session explores cutting-edge solutions that enhance performance while reducing environmental impact. Industry experts will showcase the latest breakthroughs in sustainable stimulation technologies, sharing real-world applications, success stories, and challenges. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how these advancements drive production efficiency and position the industry for a low-carbon future.
