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Geodynamic Evolution of the NW Borneo Wedge: New Structural Guidelines for Exploration
Authors: Spain Francois , Rives Thierry , Pubellier Manuel , Ringenbach Jean-Claude 
Published: May 2016

This reference is for an abstract only. A full paper was not submitted for this conference.

Abstract
The hydrocarbon rich NW Borneo Margin is a complex structural domain where deformation style is a mix of compression and extension features associated with transverse structures. Regional work results in a new geodynamic model integrating structure interactions giving geometrical and kinematics coherency.
Review of outcrops, geomorphologic and magmatism studies show two imbricate wedges in Sabah/Brunei:–The Rajang-Crocker Wedge, mainly onshore, is oriented N-S in Sabah, curving to E-W in Sarawak. It is characterized by short wavelength thrusted folds. The age of deformation is Paleogene with sequence of thrusting propagating westward. This wedge has been lately refolded by large wavelength anticlines generating well-known geomorphologic domains such as the Crocker Ranges, the Trusmadi Ranges and the Mulu Mountains.–The offshore NW Borneo Wedge is oriented NE-SW from North Sarawak to Palawan Island. This wedge can be divided into four structurally different domains, two compressive and two extensive basins rooted on the Mid-Miocene Unconformity (MMU). The formation of this second wedge is contemporaneous with Mid-Miocene uplifts in the Rajang-Crocker Wedge.
The timing of deformations and relationships between the different morpho-tectonic domains leads to reconsider the evolution of the entire Borneo Wedge.
The offshore NW Borneo Wedge is characterized by the coeval NW Borneo Thrust Belt (offshore Northern Sabah) and the Outer Thrust Zone (offshore Brunei and Southern Sabah) of contrasted structural styles (difference of folds wavelength, occurrence of out-of-sequence thrusting, passive-roofing…). The Outer Thrust Zone is associated both in time and space, to the large Champion-Baram deltaic province. This recent (Mid-Miocene) deltaic province results of a drastic change of sediment source during the Early/Mid-Miocene (~16Myr) from the SW (Schwanner Mountains) to the SE (Central Rajang-Crocker Wedge).
It is proposed that the emplacement of the Champion-Baram deltaic province results from the "sinking" of the Mulu Block into the NW Borneo Subduction.
The entry of a crustal asperity into a subduction zone generates both large uplifts of the accretionary wedge and greater subsidence of the subducting plate. At crustal scale, the asperity may have caused:–Tremendous uplifts (South of Mulu Area and Central Rajang-Crocker Wedge), modifying the zone of sediment source,–Associated deep recipient basin capturing the sediments evolving into a deltaic province (The Champion-Baram Basin).
This new geodynamic model implies new guideline for NW Borneo deformations and timings that impact petroleum system.
Assessment of Cretaceous Palaeogeography and Palaeo-Earth Systems Model Results: Climate Proxies, Model/Data Comparisons and Sensitivity Tests
Authors: Harris James Peter , Crossley Robert , Stronach Nick 
Published: May 2016

This reference is for an abstract only. A full paper was not submitted for this conference.

Abstract
Global palaeotectonics and palaeoenvironments maps for late Palaeozoic - Cenozoic time slices were prepared and a new method relating topography and bathymetry to plate tectonic environments was used as the basis for palaeo digital elevation models (DEMs). These were gridded in GIS and used to provide the topographic and bathymetric boundary conditions for coupled ocean-atmosphere general circulation models (GCMs), and a barotropic model to simulate palaeotides. The compilation of the base maps is based on a global database of palaeoenvironmental, lithofacies and climate proxy data, the legacy of over 25 years of petroleum geological studies and an equally extensive source rocks database. Here this approach is used to provide some unique insights on the Mesozoic hot-house World for two Cretaceous time slices. Climate proxy data were used to test the veracity of the modelling results and a series of sensitivity tests were designed. Together these justified the modeling approach, provide a measure of uncertainty and reveal the range of Cretaceous climates and environments that are responsible for the source rocks and reservoirs deposited at the chosen time-slices.
Combining Wireline and LWD Borehole Seismic Data for Drilling HPHT Well: A Novel Approach
Authors: Lim Teck Kean , Ahmed Aqil , Gibrata Muhammad Antonia , Taslim Gunawan 
Published: May 2016

Abstract
A unique integrated borehole seismic technique was used to access and mitigate drilling risk on a Petronas Carigali highpressure, high-temperature (HPHT) exploration well offshore Sabah.
The approach combined wireline vertical seismic profiling (VSP) and logging-while-drilling (LWD) seismic surveys to look ahead for pore-pressure prediction, geostopping, and obtaining high-resolution seismic imaging below the well path. Three wireline VSP runs and one seismic-while-drilling run were made. The first-run rig-source VSP at the 13 3/8-in. section was used to obtain an initial velocity model and early prediction ahead of bit and imaging. This was followed by a wireline vertical incident VSP (VIVSP) run at the 9 5/8-in. section to refine the pore pressure prediction and for target illumination. LWD seismic was deployed while drilling the following 8 3/8-in. section to provide real-time checkshots for pore-pressure constraint and geostopping above a key formation top to set casing. Both the wireline and LWD VIVSP showed minor faults that were not apparent on the 3D surface seismic; these faults explain the unusual kick encountered. This high-resolution image was used to decide the sidetrack path. The final rig-source VSP was logged at total depth (TD) to complement the pore-pressure prediction and seismic imaging.
In addition, the real-time checkshots while drilling aided in stopping drilling to within a stand (less than 30 m) above the key formation top. The depth uncertainty of the key formation was over 130 m prior to drilling.

Introduction
Integrating wireline and LWD borehole seismic information for drilling is a new technique in Malaysia, first applied by PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of PETRONAS. In this novel approach, we will demonstrate how borehole seismic data, which is conventionally used for geologic and geophysical interpretation, has added value for drilling and well planning.
The PETRONAS well, drilled in 2008, is located off the coast of Sabah, East Malaysia. The target reservoir, in contrast to most other reservoirs in the region, is deeper, hotter, and at much higher pressures than normal. Pore pressure ramps and depleted sands in the field had previously made drilling difficult, generating hazardous incidents including stuck and lost-inhole pipe, losses, and kicks. These incidents had resulted in stopping drilling prematurely of the wells at great cost to PETRONAS, and also left the ultradeep targets unexplored. Studies by the PETRONAS sedimentologist suggested that this overpressure hazard is associated with undercompacted bathyal mudstone, and the well casing design required accurate prediction.
The well path was designed to avoid the regional fault that could complicate pore-pressure prediction. Existing surface seismic and distant well-based velocity control was inadequate for this purpose.
A geological view into Permo-Triassic Khuff reservoirs from outcrop analogues in the United Arab Emirates
Authors: Maurer Florian , Hillgartner Heiko , Martini Rossana , Rettori Roberto , Cirilli Simonetta 
Published: May 2016

Introduction
The availability of outcrops to study reservoir-scale geobodies is key for a successful exploration and exploitation of subsurface hydrocarbon accumulations. The increased development of giant gas fields in the Permian Khuff Formation in the Persian Gulf calls for more geological work in such outcrop equivalents. Next to the known outcrop analogues in Saudi Arabia (Vaslet et al., 2005) and Iran (Insalaco et al., 2006) we present outcrops from the Musandam Peninsula (Ras Al Khaimah, UAE) with close affinity to the reservoir geology of Khuff gas fields.

Data and methods
A lithological log with scale 1:100 including lithology, carbonate textures, macrofossils and sedimentary structures and covering the 500 m thick stratigraphic interval of interest has been compiled in the field (Figure 1). Along the logged section a sample for microfacies and biostratigraphic analysis has been taken every 2-3 m. Selected clay layers were sampled for X-ray diffraction and palynological analyses. Gamma ray radiation was measured at 1m-intervals in the lower part of the outcrop using a hand-held gamma ray spectrometer which produced separate logs for emitted Uranium (U), Thorium (Th) and Potassium (K), as well as a bulk gamma ray log converted to standard API gamma ray units.
Development & Usages of Geographical Information System (GIS) at Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar Petroleum, Qatar.
Authors: Kumar Pahala 
Published: May 2016

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Abstract
Information systems which allows processing and presentation of location specific graphic and non-graphic data are technically termed as Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Geography matters a lot in industrial (gas infrastructure) business city wherein its out side plant infrastructure assets are spread on geographic layout plan. At QP-RLIC GIS has been developed as a vital business tool for locating, planning and managing its sprawling industrial infrastructure layout with immense infrastructure on ground and utilities buried below.
As Spatial Data developing, integration and updating are the backbone of any GIS, RLIC's Survey/CAD/GIS team with the participation of its potential users has been working hard in developing the Geospatial Data i.e. Geodatabase of RLIC. The consolidation of As-built plan drawings derived from various Project contract works carried out over a decade since the inception of RLIC has formed the core input for RLC GIS Geodatabase development. In order to authenticate the spatial data Land Surveys were conducted where cross checking was necessary and to validate or update the Asbuilt infrastructure presented in the contract asbuilt drawings. The RLIC GIS has topographic data derived from aerial survey and backdrop of time lapse aerial/satellite images. The developed RLC Geodatabase have over 100 geographic feature layers falling in a dozen category of thematic datasets. The GIS geodatabase is continually being updated for its as-built and under plan information.
The evolving RLC Geodatabase has been customized using ArcGIS Arcview package catering to the needs of RLC planning and maintenance engineers. The RLC GIS data as maps are shareable within the QP-RLC departments, enduser companies and contractors operating at RLIC for their project needs.
At RLIC the ongoing port expansion, west-side multipurpose support services zone development and End-users on plot and off plot utility infrastructure development will all have huge inputs to the RLC Geodatabase data development, information integration, map generation and usages.
Drill Cuttings Injection and Monitoring for a Remote Pad Drilling Operation on an Environmentally Sensitive Site in Peru
Authors: Marinello Stephen Arthur , Ghoneim Ibrahim Mohamed , Zaki Karim S. , Abou-Sayed S. , Airoldi Cinthia , Cassanelli Juan Pablo , Pierce Dale , Suarez Carlos Roberto 
Published: May 2016

This reference is for an abstract only. A full paper was not submitted for this conference.

Abstract
Assurance of a successful and environmentally sound long-term cuttings injection program requires monitoring and periodic analysis of injection performance response. Such a program provides for operational oversight and the ability to identify changes in performance response or trends, thereby providing for modification of operating parameters to optimize performance and minimize the negative impact of unexpected responses.
An implementation of this process has been instituted for a remote, pad-drilled site located in a nature preserve in the Amazonian rainforest of Peru. The development of natural gas reserves at Camisea has extreme environmental sensitivity and injection of the generated drill cuttings was recognized as a technically and environmentally acceptable alternative for drilling location waste management.
The paper will discuss the issues encountered in implementing and operating the DCI project at Cashiriari. Higher than anticipated initial injection pressures were indicative of the stress regime of the region and required an adjustment in thinking with respect to operating parameters and performance expectations. Performance has been contingent on successful inhibition of the reactive clays adjacent to the relatively thin sandy target zones. Continuous monitoring has allowed projections of the closure pressure increases associated with batch injection through time, providing a prediction of future performance and disposal capacity. Information gathered from monitoring operations has allowed for performance improvement and/or minimization of potential problems identified. At this point in time, the operation has successfully injected nearly 200,000 bbls of cuttings through careful management of batch attributes and adaptation to operating realities.
Recognition of the need for well designed and implemented programs to monitor injection performance is critical for the industry in the future. Operational and environmental assurance derived from such programs provides long term operational viability and social acceptance of cuttings injection as a safe means of waste management.
Water Sustainability and the Petroleum Industry
Authors: Adham Samer , Minier-Matar Joel 
Published: May 2016

Abstract
Water is becoming an increasingly important issue in the world and particularly for the petroleum industry. The purpose of this paper is to outline some of the challenges before the petroleum industry and their need to play a key role to ensure water sustainability.
As an oil and gas industry, we are both producers and consumers of water. In the future, it may become an important license—to—operate issue. On the upstream side, we generally produce more water than oil (worldwide about three times more). Historically it has been a nuisance by-product that we pay to dispose of. With environmental regulations tightening and as we pursue more Enhance Oil Recovery (EOR) projects, water supply and quality cannot be overlooked. On the downstream side of the business, we are primarily a user of water — both as process water in the desalter units and as cooling water. In some communities we do business at, we are already starting to compete with the domestic and agriculture users of water. Therefore, we must focus on water much more than we have in the past.
ConocoPhillips Global Water Sustainability Center in Doha (Qatar) will coordinate our effort to develop and evaluate innovative solutions. Any solutions that benefit ConocoPhillips (COP) will also benefit Qatar Petroleum (QP) and the industry in general.

Introduction
Two third of our planet is mainly water and 97.5% of it is salty (sea water); only 2.5% is fresh water and not all of it can be used for direct human uses. From the 2.5% of fresh water, approximately 70% is frozen as glaciers or polar ice; leaving only less than 1% of the total volume of fresh water accessible for human uses (e.g. rivers, lakes and groundwater) and most of the times, water sources are not clean enough.(1) Moreover, the availability of fresh water in the world is not evenly distributed. In places like deserts, the rainfall is very low and the water sources are scarce, so new water treatment strategies as well as water conservation programs are required.
Water uses can be classified in three main categories: agriculture, industrial and domestic. Around the world, on average, 8% of water is used for domestic, 22% is used for industrial applications, and 70% is used for agriculture. However, the developed world uses more water for industries than for agriculture as shown in Figure 1. (2)
ExxonMobil Production Company Gas Management System
Authors: Pedrick Larry E. , Symes Peter Ernest , Miller David 
Published: May 2016

This reference is for an abstract only. A full paper was not submitted for this conference.

Abstract
The paper will provide an overview of the system developed and adopted by ExxonMobil for managing the risks to sustained gas delivery in our upstream operations. The paper will cover the guiding principles, the breadth of scope, key elements and processes, and the interface coordination and workflows associated with the Gas Management System (GMS). It will also discuss critical success factors for effective implementation and lessons learned.
Unplanned downtime and the resulting disruption of product supplies to customers can have significant financial and reputation impacts on a producing company. Sustaining reliable gas deliveries requires disciplined identification of potential risks to production, processing, and delivery systems. Addressing these risks in a systematic way is a multifaceted challenge. The integrity of the physical assets, the ranges of potential variations in production and the environmental conditions including contingency planning, personnel readiness, and customer systems all need to be understood to manage what can be sudden and rapidly changing events in response to internal or external initiating factors.
An effective management system focuses appropriate resources on higher risk areas while ensuring other supporting management systems manage lower and medium risks. Training and competency assurance for operations and maintenance personnel are tracked at the same level of oversight as for other integrity-critical processes and systems that monitor asset performance and health. Clear delineation of responsibilities and interfaces for technical support are also established. The GMS also monitors seasonal changes, such as owned and customer asset readiness, chemical and logistical readiness, and the impacts of all changes to existing systems and any new operations on gas deliverability.
This paper provides an overview of the structure, discipline, and coordination associated with sustaining gas deliveries utilizing a GMS. It will highlight development of the system, a typical implementation strategy, and challenges with achieving a truly institutionalized management system for consistent performance over the asset life-cycle. The application of a gas management system will likely be of interest to gas marketing professionals, Operations management and technical staff.
Deployment Strategies to Reduce Risk in the Acquisition of Formation
Authors: Kuchinski Robert 
Published: May 2016

This reference is for an abstract only. A full paper was not submitted for this conference.

Abstract
Effective reservoir management requires sound decision making that is based on formation evaluation data acquired during all stages of the life of the well. Without this data, reservoir understanding is compromised, which can impact long term well productivity. Given the increasing challenges of acquiring data in today's geometrically complex wells, new methods of data acquisition are constantly being developed and refined. This has led to a new area of oilfield innovation called conveyance. This paper is an analysis of the risks associated with the acquisition of formation evaluation data.
These risks are generally classified as follows:Non Productive time due to the inability of logging tools getting to bottom. (bridging)Non Productive time due to delays associated with making last minute arrangements for alternative logging methods when bridging problems become too severe.Lost in hole charges associated with permanently sticking logging tools due to challenging hole conditions.Unsound decision making throughout the life of the well, because challenging hole conditions, made the acquisition of formation evaluation data impossible.
The risks outlined above can also be assessed depending upon the data requirements and the conveyance method employed. A new risk assessment will be presented that discusses the risks associated with acquiring the data that provides insight into the six main formation properties required by the industry to understand reservoirs. Several conveyance techniques that assure the acquisition of data will be discussed along with case history's of some of these applications. This paper will serve as a means to understand and assess the risks associated with the acquisition of formation evaluation data. It will also increase awareness of the techniques that exist for acquiring data, and ultimately allow for developing the best strategy to acquire formation evaluation data.
Dual Pod ESP's Completion Mitigates Risk And Maximizes erformance For Al-Khalij Field, Offshore Qatar
Authors: Combellas Roland , Cuadros Isaza Ernesto Jose , Elazabi Said Mohammed , Terre Christian , Szymkowski Bertrand , Al-Suwaidi Abdulla Ahmad , Jaafar Mohd Rushdan 
Published: May 2016

Abstract
Over the last decade, TOTAL E&P Qatar had taken every opportunity to enhance the performance of Al-Khalij field while mitigating operational associated risks by implementing the new technologies offered by the Oil and Gas industry.
The recent technology implemented by TOTAL E&P Qatar, in October 2008, is the DuaLife Pod system. The aim of implementing this technology is to gain the following benefits:·Reduce operational costs by decreasing the number of wells workovers.·Reduce deferred production by having a redundant ESP in case the main ESP fails.·Well-protected ESP, increasing the run life of the well completions.·Prevent further degradation of damaged or corroded production casing.
This paper will discuss the processes implemented from conception, design, preparation and procedures for the successful completion of this DuaLife system implemented recently in one of TOTAL E&P Qatar wells. Also the paper will highlight the best practices and lessons learnt from this initial implementation for future implementations.