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Integrated Subsurface – Surface Modelling for Complete Uncertainty Quantification and Optimum Recovery
Hafiz Azmi
Senior Reservoir Engineer
Intsok - Perth, November 16th
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Roxar Is a Brand of Emerson, a Leading Global Solution Provider to The Oil & Gas Industry
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Roxar Software Solutions From Reservoir to Process Facility
Geophysics Reservoir Engineering Production
Optimization Geomodeling
TEMPEST RMS
Petrophysics
METTE
ENABLE MORE VIEW
AHM,Optimization
Uncertainty Analysis
Reservoir Flow
Simulation
Visualization &
Post-processing
A Wide Workflow:
From Seismic To Flow
Simulation Modeling
Roxar RMS™
Reservoir Engineering
Throughout the Reservoir Life
Cycle
Roxar Tempest™
Production optimization through
Pipeline Simulation and
Integrated Modeling
Roxar METTE™
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Integrated Subsurface – Surface Modelling
Integrated Production
Management
Roxar Software Solutions portfolio expands
with integrated Production Management
Production optimization
Virtual Metering
Transient simulation
Seismic Interpretation
Reservoir Flow Simulation
Reservoir Modeling
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Application Oil field development
solution
Roxar METTE™
SOLUTION
Gas capped oil field with gas lift; 3 interconnected reservoirs:
First oil expected in 2016 , and expected lifetime of 20 years
What is the optimum development scenario?
Integrated approach mandatory due to tight schedule and
limited resources
Artificial lift and pressure boosting effect evaluation inluding
multiphase pumps with predicted gas lift and power needs
CHALLENGE
A comprehensive integrated flow assurance solution, including
production network optimization
RESULTS
Success Story - Integrated Production Management Oil Field – North Sea
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Application Oil field development
solution
Roxar METTE™ provided:
Multiple production targets from individual reservoirs under facilities constraint
Optimized gas lift use - effect of gas lift supply pressure.
Gas lift service network integrated with production network.
SOLUTION
Success Story - Integrated Production Management Oil Field – North Sea
Project required
fixed delivery
pressure at final
processing facility
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Flow Performance Performance analysis for single well and flow line – under any condition
• Find adequate tubular size • Quantify effect of artificial lift and pressure boosting • Analyze insulation effect on thermal profile • Evaluate impact of parameter changes
Wellbore modelling
Application Model phase flows and
pressure drops
downhole
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Integrated Field Modeling – Life Of Field Simulation Optimal network design and modeling with unique performances
• Seamless connection to multiple reservoir processes • Realistic life-of-field modeling and optimization • User defined events • Interconnected services and production networks
Integrated Subsurface – Surface Modelling & Optimization
Application Simulate fluid flow from
reservoir across
topside with underlying
facilities constraint
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• Interpret well flow from sensor for accurate production allocation
• Validate flow models with reference data • Combine with reservoir models • Optimize production
Virtual Metering Cost-effective production monitoring
Production alllocation
Validate flow models against reference data
Application Real-time application
on fluid flow
measurement
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Transient Simulation Full Control of Time-Dependent Behaviors
• Simulate and test critical procedures like start-up and shut-down
• Analyze inadvertent events like accidental valves openings or choke collapse
• Validate / test / establish PID controller parameters
Get the most out of your reservoir by minimizing downtime
Keep control of well start-up or shut-down procedures
Transient modelling
Application Analyse start-up and
shut-down conditions
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Complete Uncertainty Quantification The Big Loop Solution
Geophysics Petrophysics Geology Reservoir Engineering
Uncertainties Uncertainties Uncertainties
Geophysics Petrophysics Geology Reservoir Engineering
Uncertainties propagated from where they belong to where they matter
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Workflow automation is a foundation and ensures reproducibility
The Solution
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Align Assets From Seismic to Simulation
Before history match
History match using
traditional simulation
workflow
History match using both
the simulation and
geomodeling tools as part
of the workflow
A Collaborative Approach
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Closing Remarks
Increase your production, not your costs!
Respond quickly to
exceptions and events in
production conditions
Operate Safely
Select the right
development solution to
increase efficiency and
production
Maximize Production
Minimize downtime
without compromising
productivity
Reduce Costs
Honor uncertainties
across the workflow in
order to fully understand
your models and give
confident predictions
Increase Confidence
Share data and
responsibilities between
asset teams throughout
the workflow
Share Responsibilities
Save time and money
with efficient model
updates from automated
and repeatable
workflows
Improve Efficiency
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Thank You!