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Ex Factor: Is Leveraging Mentoring & Sponsorship to Fast Track Diverse Leadership Pipelines Underestimated in Employee Experience (EX)?
Authors: Gustave N. W , Chapa K. G 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Ever heard of the term, "glass ceiling"? It refers to barriers women and minorities face in the workplace. Corporations around the world have tried to find solutions, to diminish advancement barriers, yet for many women, people with disabilities and young employees it seems the glass ceiling has hardened to concrete. Research shows that having a diverse workforce and leaders increases revenue and innovation. Therefore businesses must leverage an employee centric mindset to understand from their employees how to create positive employee experiences and an inclusive work environment to remain competitive in the marketplace.
This paradigm shift in organisations’ people management practices, benefits the whole business ecosystem. By focusing on the whole person, you are then able to create a powerful employee experience. "Employee Experience is about creating a great work environment for people. It involves understanding the role that trust plays in the employment relationship and making sure people are listened to and have a voice in issues that impact" (CIPD, 2020). Employees are becoming "the consumers of the workplace," (Balasubramanian M, 2022) which means to unlock business performance, organisations must study the uniqueness of being human, and purposefully design work experiences from the viewpoint of employees to create a truly engaged workforce.
It is well documented that minorities experience a more difficult time building support networks inside their firm, have fewer mentors, and are neglected by high-status groups, which impact their chances of moving up the leadership ladder (Ely & Thomas 2020). This article addresses diversity from the perspective of how mentoring and sponsorship facilitates psychological safety, and can be tailored to promoting more minorities in leadership positions, and at the same time enhancing the employee experience. Opening the line of communication between talented minorities and power holders through strategic partnerships is imperative for companies to thrive in the future.
Cyclic Injection Scheme to Reduce Breakdown Pressure in Hydraulic Fracturing Wells: Case Study
Authors: Salah Mohamed , Al Hammadi Mohamed Thani , AL Marzooqi Afnan , Alshehhi Hajer Mohamed Ali J. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Globally, the development of unconventional resources has drastically played a pivotal role in the energy supply. The economic production from the unconventional reservoirs is a great challenge where these tight producing zones often exhibit extremely high in-situ stress with low permeability conditions, necessitating the hydraulic fracturing stimulation of each horizon to define fluid and assess productivity. This extreme in-situ stress condition poses a considerable high breakdown pressure, making the hydraulic fracturing techniques challenging when implemented to these types of reservoirs and often treatment parameters approach the equipment capabilities and operational limits without breaking down the formation or creating any fractures. Consequently, conventional techniques have yielded unsatisfactory outcomes, rendering the wells economically unviable. In this paper, a new approach has been developed to help reduce the formation breakdown pressure during the hydraulic fracturing treatment. The new approach encounters injection of hydraulic fracturing fluid in a series of hydraulic pulses schemes to induce fatigue failure damage and weaken rock tensile strength. This paper discusses the fatigue damage mechanism and constitutive relationship for rock subjected to cyclic stress. The mechanical response of rock under both monotonic and cyclic stress loading will be examined. The rate of fatigue damage evolution is influenced by the number of load cycles, stress amplitude and accumulated plastic deformation. This case study presents hydraulic fracturing technique, to reduce rock tensile strength, and induce fatigue damage to one of extremely in-situ stressed reservoirs which could not be broken-down by conventional hydraulic fracturing technique. The results of cyclic fracturing technique are summarized. The cyclic injection scheme fatigue response of rock reduces formation breakdown pressure by 16% compared to the results obtained in conventional hydraulic fracturing.
Managing Stealth Asphaltene Flow Assurance Potential Risk in Gas Injection Field Based on Data Science Using Over 20 years Accumulated Dataset
Authors: Yonebayashi H. , Hiraiwa T. , Khlaifi K. T. , Sakurai R. , Inokuma Y. , Bahri S. , Abed A. A. , Nomura Y. , Makishima K. , Tange M. , Sawata M. , Alkaabi S. H. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Gas injection into oil field is generally recognized to bring not only oil recovery improvement but also asphaltene destabilizing risks. Fortunately, a subject field has not caused any asphaltene-induced production deterioration in two main producing reservoirs during long term lean hydrocarbon gas injection. However, the recent first discovery of asphaltene deposits from the historical no-issued area in the field motivated us to do an immediate investigation for evaluating how critical risks might lurk and considering appropriate mitigation. The field has been applying pressure maintenance of peripheral powered sea water injection with the crestal lean hydrocarbon gas injection for two decades creating secondary gas cap surrounded by high GOR area. The first asphaltene deposits were observed from a producer near high but stable GOR area in the upper reservoir. Through the analysis of single phase bottomhole fluid from a similar positional relationship well near GOC in the lower reservoir, asphaltene precipitation behavior was investigated. The sample contained 0.1 wt% asphaltene with high colloidal instability index. Asphaltene onset was detected from lean hydrocarbon gas mixed-fluid using laser light scattering technique; however, the visual measurement using high pressure microscopy (minimum detection=1 μm) could not detect any asphaltene particles. This result implied that the gas injection causes asphaltene precipitation obviously but no aggregation leading deterioration of oil production. Namely, the precipitated but invisible asphaltenes can be still flowable. This stealth asphaltene behavior could well explain a possible mechanism of the first asphaltene observation in the upper reservoir. In the high GOR area, the stealth asphaltenes are precipitated and then flowed towards the asphaltene-observed well. After a certain amount of stealth asphaltene accumulation, the detectable deposits were finally observed. Since this mechanism might have possibility to expand, several mitigations were discussed for a future possible conservative scenario even keeping asphaltene problem-free production at this moment.
Towards Water Sustainability: A Success Story of Waste Water Reuse for Fracturing Operations
Authors: Alkhowaildi M. , Ruwayshid S. , Sahu Q. , Al Ali A. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Harnessing energy from natural gas has become critical in today's energy mix. Natural gas is considered a clean source of energy and plays a key role in supporting local and domestic energy demands. Extraction of these resources, often from tight reservoirs, was made possible with fracking technologies that require utilization of high volumes of fresh water. In light of the regional effort to alleviate burden on lacking freshwater resources and achieve sustainability, this paper captures a successful implementation of waste water re-use for fracturing operations.
A new zirconium-crosslinked, polysaccharide-based fracturing fluid system was formulated using waste water from industrial sources, i.e. evaporation water ponds associated with natural gas processing plants. The fracturing fluid was formulated in the lab using waste water samples and had undergone field demonstration using a stabilizing package that controls shear stability of the fracturing fluid through the zirconium crosslinker reaction kinetics. The core flooding and rheological characterization, comprising of shear resilience and shear recovery capabilities of the new fracturing fluid, are demonstrated through various shear history profiling experiments.
At a constant temperature of 300°F and under various shear profiles, the fluid succeeded in maintaining a viscosity above 300 cp for 2 hours. A proppant suspension test succeeded in showing excellent proppant suspension capability at elevated temperatures. Additionally, the core flooding experiments using delayed breaker chemistries yielded excellent regain permeability results (86% regain permeability), showcasing high cleanup potential of the new fracturing fluid.
The fluid was then successfully deployed in the field, treating two stages in carbonate formation. The post treatment results from deploying this in-house fracking fluid recipe while re-using waste water showed an excellent flowback and stable commercial gas rates with no indication of reservoir damage. Around 3,000 barrels of ground water was safely replaced using this source of water, successfully stimulating a tight formation with acid fracturing.
This technology proves the viability of waste water re-use in petroleum upstream operations. It enables water-use sustainability, groundwater conservation and supports circular water economy. This work can potentially pave the way for larger deployment schemes across wider different upstream operations that can further maximize value of existing water assets, that previously were largely discharged.
Log Derived Novel Approach to Estimate Vertical Permeability in Multilayer Reservoirs Through Resistivity Anisotropy in the Natih Formation, Oman
Authors: Adetosoye A. A. , Moreno J. J. , Al Ghuzaily M. A. , Ulincy A. J. , Urazimanova A. M. , Samad A. , Barroeta R. G. , Portilla C. A. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
For an oil reservoir subjected to waterflooding, the horizontal and the vertical permeabilities have a considerable influence on the areal and vertical sweep efficiencies. Particularly, in the case of the Natih formation – a multilayered and heterogeneous reservoir located in Oman – a new workflow is proposed to enhance vertical permeability estimation through resistivity anisotropy modeling, while also correcting Sw (water saturation) for resistivity anisotropy effects.
Permeability anisotropy (Kh / Kv) was measured in core samples taken from a vertical pilot hole and correlated with the resistivity anisotropy (Rv / Rh) inferred from inversions of LWD resistivity data in offset lateral wells. Also, by modeling phase-shift and attenuation resistivity measurements in the laterals, true horizontal resistivities are estimated and then used to obtain a more accurate Sw (water saturation). The Rv / Rh ratio of the laterals is used to infer Rv / Rh in the verticals and to generate the final Kh / Kv transform in the laterals. The corrected Sw as well as the estimated Kh / Kv ratio in the laterals are used as inputs to the field reservoir modeling.
Traditionally, when history matching waterflooded Natih reservoirs, the vertical permeability was assumed to be a fraction of the horizontal reservoir permeability. A Kv / Kh ratio, typically in the range of 0.1 to 0.3, was applied throughout the model. In the absence of core measurements, the Kv / Kh ratio was iteratively adjusted through trial and error, until a reasonable match of the historical production and injection data was achieved. The process was time-consuming, especially when history matching a large field. Through this new workflow, vertical permeability was estimated as an independent and variable reservoir property on a foot-by-foot basis along each lateral of the field. The new independent permeability was tested as an input in a dynamic model of a Natih reservoir in Oman, yielding results comparable to the traditional approach while significantly reducing the time to achieve history match.
Maximizing the Value of Transition Zone Reservoirs with Extra Deep Resistivity Measurements for Improved Field Development and Production Optimization–A Case History from a Marginal Field, Onshore Abu Dhabi
Authors: Ugonoh Mohammed , Makhiyanov Ruslan , Onyeije Raphael , Assreti Elamari , Suleiman Mais M. , Khader Ali A Sumayya , Aldhuhoori Hafsa Ahmed , AlSaadi Sami Abdalla , Potshangbam Sanathoi M 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
A rapid and a progressive high-water cut was observed in a newly drilled well within a transition zone reservoir. The horizontal section of the well was steered within the optimum zone based on porosity and water saturation cut offs in real time utilizing the standard logging and geosteering tools. Fluid distribution has always been an uncertainty in the model and mapping those boundaries is critical to future development strategy and production rates allocation.
A forward model was generated using the structural grids, well tops with definitive surveys of key nearby wells. In addition, extra deep azimuthal resistivity (EDAR) inversion feasibility evaluation was carried out to determine the depth of detection and distance to boundary to resolve multiple boundaries. In this challenging low resistivity environment, EDAR inversion would map an approaching conductive zone below the target and structural changes of the denser overlaying unit. A continuous thick oil column was mapped differentiating it from the conductive zone below in the entire horizontal section. Extra deep azimuthal resistivity technology was deployed as an additional requirement to mitigate the uncertainty due to fluid distribution and the thin net hydrocarbon thickness along the horizontal section. Based on evaluation results, the distance to the conductive zone below was mapped continuously in the entire horizontal section. The distance to the upper denser unit was also mapped and structural changes along the lateral section established. These inversion result facilitated optimum well placement within a 4 ft hydrocarbon column, increasing the production capacity of the well. The updated structure and the resistivity distribution along the wellbore were exported. This information would be integrated into the 3D model to further enhance the field development plan.
Typically, lower completion design is based on image logs, porosity and permeability plots for zonal isolation. However, in transition zone reservoirs, the proximity of water to the wellbore can have an adverse effect on well performance. When developing a field with uncertain fluid distribution, extra deep azimuthal resistivity can provide additional layer of protection by keeping the trajectory away from conductive zones in real time and assigning a realistic production rate based on mapped boundaries.
Workflow to Utilize Realtime Mechanical Specific Energy in Formation Tops Identification and Drilling Optimization in a Multilayer Heterogenous Mature Oilfield Offshore Abu Dhabi
Authors: Mendez Gutierrez F. A. , Ashraf M. , Perez D. R. Contreras , Al Dhafari B. , Landaeta Rivas F. , Krikor A. , Nakano S. , Andrews K. , Al Zaabi M. , Toki T. , Aragon J. C. Vega , Nishikori S. , Fukuda K. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Mechanical specific energy (MSE) curves are modelled from Real-Time (RT) data for daily follow up by Drilling engineers and Operation geologists to identify the efficiency of the drilling process and optimize the surface or downhole parameter to improve the rate of penetration (ROP) and accurately determine the formation tops interfaces. However, the manual process requires some time, resulting in a less efficient decision-making process, as well as drilling optimization and parameters standardization. Therefore, in order to increase the level of automation, monitoring efficiency and to simplify the overall process, a new methodology of selecting formation tops through MSE is proposed by a major offshore operator in UAE, using the benefits of RT data.
The applied methodology was to select a sample of 20 wells with 8 ½" mother hole section drilled across the different multi-layered heterogeneous reservoirs including both permeable and impermeable dense sublayers. For the selected wells, the RT recorded drilling parameters, LWD logs and survey stations were used in addition to the directional drilling BHA data such as sensor offset, GR correlation, as well as both expected and actual formation tops and basic mud rheology values. The behavior of MSE across each one of the drilled sublayers was manually compared and tabulated against the actual formation tops to establish comparison values. The model will be loaded and tested using the available Machine Learning Algorithms (MLA) to test the accuracy of the formation tops identified against the standard methodology applied by operation geologists for formation top selection and once the best fit model has been selected, the Operator will proceed to implement the same through RT operations.
First Multi-Zone Single Trip Cased Hole Gravel Pack Workover Enabling Production from Existing Reservoirs in Brunei Brownfield
Authors: Newn E. , Lim J. , Mogga E. , Lopez M. , Lim C. , Adeyeba A. , Kolakalapudi M. , Fah G. Goh Kim , Xiong M. Yun Wei , Zou C. , Razali R. , Barretto G. , Gil J. , Dada O. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The design for this Multi Zone Single Trip (MZST) Cased Hole Gravel Pack system proves the successful implementation of MZST gravel pack in workover wells for the first time in Brunei. The challenges and key operational requirements for this system were to achieve:
Active sand control via individual gravel pack treatment for each zone. Optimized operational efficiency by reducing the number of rig hours during well execution. Isolation of the existing reservoirs during gravel pack treatments with Maintain forward circulation capabilities during tripping in hole (for well control) Production access from existing reservoirs below the gravel pack Selectivity/mechanical isolation of production from each zone post-completions
The conventional method for multizonal gravel pack completions would be via a stack pack; multiple runs of perforation, wellbore clean up, and single zone gravel pack for each respective zone. With the deployment of this MZST system, a significant reduction (min. 40%) of trips can be achieved, thus increasing the value of the workovers. The other key aspect of the system is the use of specialized screens to reduce the number of components against a conventional gravel pack system, providing further operational efficiency.
The challenge of integrating the already established MZST system with workover wells is performing the gravel pack treatments without compromising/communicating with the existing reservoirs below. Novel modifications and procedural changes were made to the system to enable its compatibility with workover installations; temporarily isolating the existing reservoir during the gravel pack to later regain access during production, isolation strategies to minimize potential leak paths during execution as well as maintaining ability to circulate a potential influx from the reservoir, are among the implementations introduced by the team for this workover campaign.
Excellence Journey Towards Environmental Stewardship Through Circular and Sustainable Decarbonization, Ecosystem and Biodiversity Initiatives
Authors: Alhazzaa Mohammed S , Georgiou Ioannis , Ghanem Hashem H 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This paper presents circular environmental initiatives at Abu Ali Island, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia that led to sustainable and systematic decarbonization, ecosystem, and biodiversity programs. The prosperous ecological system in the Island makes it an excellent hub for wildlife, marine, and birds. The organization environmental initiative programs are: Contribute a net zero-carbon emission by reducing and offsetting greenhouse gas emissions.Support Saudi green initiative through mangrove plantation in the Island.Adapt carbon circular economy (CCE) approaches to turning wasted materials into valuable products.Enhance biodiversity in Abu Ali Island to create an integrated ecosystem.
Mangrove forests were a primary driving force behind the island's preservation efforts. The island is home to one of the biggest mangrove ecosystems in the region, with more than 5 million mangrove trees. In 2022, the island embraced the Kingdom's largest mangrove plantation program in a single phase, with a total of 3 million seedlings planted in the mangrove nursery at the island. This new record suppressed previous record held by the organization, which was to plant 2 million mangrove seedlings in 2020. The quantity of mangrove trees contributes to carbon dioxide sequestration as scientific studies have shown that "Mangroves are also able to sequester C at a rate two to four times greater than mature tropical forests and can store three to five times more C per equivalent area than upland tropical," according to (Donato et al., 2011; Alongi, 2014).
Moreover, as part of the offsetting efforts, a fish hatchery facility is under development in conjunction with mangrove forests. The fish hatchery can produce up to four distinct fish species at once, with a capacity of 10 million fingerlings per year. To boost local fish stocks, fish will be released into the Gulf. One of the circular economy's principles is to extend product lifetime. The team decided to utilize eleven decommissioned subsea pipelines — after decontamination and cleaning — as artificial coral reefs. Rather than removing these pipelines, which would result in high expense, they were cut into 10-meter sections and kept on seabed to be colonized and transformed into coral reefs. Some of the identified measures as CCE are the reuse of produced sanitary wastewater for irrigation and composted food waste as fertilizer to benefit the plants, and help reduce our environmental footprint.
Optimizing Industrial Risk Management Through AI and No-Code Platform: A Global Solution for the Oil and Gas Industry
Authors: Fortunato H. E. , Marcomini K. , Soares G. J. , Gremes M. F. , Alberto P. F. , Reis F. J. , Abbas C. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Effective risk management is critical in the gas and petroleum industry, ensuring worker safety, environmental protection, and business continuity. To improve risk management, an artificial intelligence-based system has been proposed that can identify objects and situations of risk from camera images. The system includes an alert algorithm and report generation for auditing, increasing accuracy and efficiency in oil industry operations. In addition, a no-code system has been developed, which can be customized by inserting new risk events using tools such as creating polygons and allowed and prohibited logic, and text searches to find new items in captured scenes. The system was trained by defining the objects and events to be identified, including the use of personal protective equipment, eyewash stations, handrails, fire extinguishers, prohibited areas, and vehicles traveling above the permitted speed limit. A database was created, supplemented by images from the YOLO convolutional neural network architecture, version 7, for the development of machine learning. The model was then trained, tested, and validated. The software and no-code platform were subsequently developed for the study scenario. The proposed system is scalable, versatile, and has a global territorial scope, making it suitable for various industrial monitoring situations. It can be replicated for multiple plants and customized by adding new events as required. The platform can work remotely without local servers and offers access management by registered users. The proposed system is unique, with integrated functionalities, such as vehicle speed detection, action, object, and equipment identification, and report and alert generation. The system reduces monitoring costs, is not dependent on human supervision, and can detect deviations made by employees, thus enhancing problem resolution and prevention. Finally, pre-installed cameras can be used, and the system offers customization possibilities for various industrial areas.