IADC Drilling Africa Conference & Exhibition

Wednesday, 20 October 2010

07.00-08.30 Conference Registration, Coffee Service & Open Exhibition

08.30 Welcome & Introduction
Ken Fischer, Regional Vice President Middle East & Africa, IADC

08.40 Presentation of IADC Exemplary Service Award:
Ken Fischer, Regional Vice President Middle East & Africa, IADC

John Ramalho, Well Delivery Manager - Land and Shallow Water, The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited

John Ramalho has over 31 years of experience in various capacities within Shell, including production, operations, well servicing and drilling. He joined Shell’s UBD Global Implementation Team in 2001 as the Regional Implementation Manager for Russia / Central Asia based in Dubai and in 2006 was appointed UBD Principal Technical Expert for the Shell Group. John has served in numerous positions for the IADC and API, most recently as chairman of the IADC UBO Standards and Nomenclature subcommittee and Task Group Chairman for API Specification 16RCD and API RP 92U for Underbalanced Drilling Operations. In April 2010 he was transferred to Shell Nigeria and is currently the Well Delivery Manager for Land and Shallow Water based
in Port Harcourt.

08.45-09.15       Keynote Presentation: Rob Saltiel, President and CEO, Atwood Oceanics

09.15-10.15       Community Development
Moderator:         Uzochukwu Nduka, Chief Executive, INCAS Nigeria

Development of Infrastructure in an Inmature Petroleum Province: Alan Dowokpor, In-Country Well Engineering Manager, Tullow Ghana Ltd
Ghana is not an established country to support high levels of drilling and completions activities. Ad hoc well construction activities have previously been supported using existing facilities at Ghanaian armed forces bases in the area. Marine support had been provided using a quay at the Sekondi naval base. General logistics supply has been via warehousing facilties at the Takoradi airforce base. Aviation, both a fixed wing link to Accra and helicopter services to offshore facilties, have also been provided from here. Well Engineering service support had been non-existent. The development of infrastructure to support a significant offshore operation through well construction and production operations will be shown.

Community Relations Management by Marginal Field Operators: Joseph Ekpelegho, Community Liaison Officer, Septa Energy
Operating in a marginal field meets with the issue of accepting the facts of the nature of the field by the community in view of lack of knowledge and high hopes of expectations by the community. The operator is faced with the issue of integrity and image building and wants to obtain and sustain freedom to operate. Despite these issues, operators of marginal fields have shown that it is possible to meet the expectations of the communities by the development of an all embracing community relations policy that is cost effective and in line with the corporate image of the company to obtain and sustain freedom to operate as a marginal field operator.

10.15-10.45 Networking Break & Open Exhibition

10.45-12.00 Panel Discussion: Local Content - Industry Development
Moderator: Dave Stuebner, Senior Drilling Commercial Consultant, ExxonMobil

Learn how international companies are working with local industry to enhance manufacturing and supply capabilities with technology transfer needed to spur economic and social growth. These panelists will outline lessons learned and identify opportunities to improve future collaboration with industry and government.

Panelists:

Remi Okunlola, Executive Director (Co-founder), SeaWolf Oilfield Services Limited
Philippe Emergy, Managing Director O&G Europe, Africa and Middle East,Vallourec

Charles Ngoka, Deputy Managing Director, Deepwater, Total Upstream Companies in Nigeria

12.00-13.30 Luncheon & Open Exhibition

13.30 -15.00 Drilling Operations
Moderator: Pierre Gie, Global Rig Coordinator, Total S.A.

Managed Pressure Drilling Applications Continue Proving Successful in the Middle East and North Africa Region; an Update in the Technology Application and Development: Maurizio Arnone, MPD Technical Manager; Paco Vieira, Fabian Torres, Weatherford
Recently, several previously un-drillable or conventionally drilled expensive wells can be easily drilled and made profitable by applying the most adapted MPD variant. The identification of the right well/field candidates and the correct planning/engineering process are the key factors to obtaining the planned objectives. The process used to apply the MPD technology correctly and the wide range of drilling problems solved in the Middle East and North Africa region is described, where this technological application has been recently used in an extensive form independently of the low crude oil prices (Q4 2008 - Q1 2009) as the cost-benefit ratio of MPD clearly justifies its applicability.

Successful Development, Metallurgical Examination, and Field Testing of a Spherical Pipe Handling Gripping Method That Yields More Robust In-Place Casing: Justin Jarski, New Product Development, Faisal Yousef, Canrig Drilling Technology Ltd, Kurt Vandervort, J. Kirk Brownlee, Stress Engineering Services Inc for Vandervort and Brownlee.
A new casing gripping method that uses spherical balls to replace conventional die slips, producing less damage and better load distribution during handling is introduced. The method includes design development; metallurgical analysis comparing ball versus slip damage to assess damage beneath engaged surfaces, measure load sharing and limits throughout the gripping surface, and determine potential ID deformation and pipe yielding; and field testing results, all to predict resultant pipe conditions during continuous rig use. Ongoing metallurgical efforts include testing and analysis for potential failure methods like stress and corrosion cracking, hydrogen embrittlement, and other failure methods that threaten wellbore life.

PDC Bit Optimization Reduces Drilling from Four Bits to One In South Tunisia: Enis Aliko, North Africa Application Engineering Manager; Naceur Chaabane, Baker Hughes, Hela Ben Kraiem, Giancarlo Gazzola, Luciano Rossi, ENI
The approach to bit optimization, changes made to each bit, their performance analysis and its use to make the next design change, the technology involved in the final design and an analysis of costs and savings will be outlined in this presentation.

15.00-15.30 Networking Break & Open Exhibition

15.30-16.30 Innovative Technologies
Moderator: George Morgan, Account Manager-Drilling Contractors, Halliburton

Managed Pressure Drilling as a Tool to Reduce Risk and Non-productive Time:
An Update on Field Experiences with Secure Drilling MPD System: James Chopty, Regional Business Unit Manager, Marlon Jaipersad, Engineering Manager Drilling Hazard Mitigation Europe & Sub-Saharan Africa, Weatherford
Managed pressure drilling has been introduced in the last few years and has proven that the technology can significantly change the way wells are drilled, reducing not just the non-productive time and enabling access to reserves previously un-drillable but also simultaneously reducing the risks. The Secure system, its main features and typical rig-up configurations are described and the field cases in Africa are discussed. The benefits obtained by using the system in a variety of environments are highlighted, providing significant savings, eliminating the common drilling problems found in Africa, and allowing wells to reach TD when offset wells were abandoned.

Challenges and Benefits of Data Acquisition While Drilling: Recent Experience In The Jubilee Field, Offshore Ghana: Dmitry Molokhov, Reservoir Engineer; Vikas Jain, Krishna Pokhriyal, Samir Mahdi Zarrad, Schlumberger, Pat Padayachee, Tullow Oil, Jon W Cappon, Kosmos Energy
The Jubilee Field, located in West Cape Three Points and Deepwater Tano Blocks offshore Ghana is one of the largest fields discovered in West Africa in the last 10 years. The field has potential resources of as much as 1.8 billion barrels of oil equivalent, with the first output scheduled for the second half of 2010. During the development campaign in the Jubilee Field, a number of relatively new measurements have been recorded while drilling in order to optimize efficiency of data acquisition. Operational aspects and challenges of data analysis with specific emphasis on formation pressure evaluation, sonic logs and borehole images interpretation are subjects of this paper.

16:30-17:00 Ethics & Compliance
Moderator: George Morgan, Account Manager-Drilling Contractors, Halliburton

Antibribery Compliance in Africa: Brady Long, Vice President - General Counsel & Secretary, Pride International, Inc.
A profile of antibribery risk in Africa and ways to mitigate that risk, keeping your company (and you) in compliance.

17.00-18.30 Welcoming Reception & Open Exhibition

Thursday, 21 October 2010

07.30-08.30 Conference Registration, Coffee Service & Open Exhibition

08.30 Welcome & Introduction
Steve Kropla, Group Vice President, Operations & Accreditation, IADC

Saipem - 35 Years in Africa, Thinking About Tomorrow: Franco Pandolfi, West Africa Drilling Area Manager, Egidio Palliotto, Saipem
Saipem has been providing oil field services for over 50 years and have been operating continuously in Africa since the early 1970’s. During these years we have been active participant in the development of the oil industry on this Continent. The evolution of the oil business in Africa continues to require flexibility and attention to the changing environment not only technically but especially in promoting and developing local resources in keeping with Saipem’s global policies, our Sustainability Talent Program and good corporate citizenship.

09.00-09:30 Policies & Procedures
Moderator: Rob Turnbull, Performance Improvement Coordinator, KCA DEUTAG Drilling Ltd.

Implementation of Well Integrity Management System: Simon Sparke, Senior Well Engineer, Well Integrity Management, Tullow Oil
In February 2009, Tullow implemented a company wide well integrity management system (WIMS) suitable for varying production scenarios in four different environments, with its range of technical challenges and still be expandable to suit the growth of a major independent oil company.

09.30-10:00 Social Security
Moderator: Rob Turnbull, Performance Improvement Coordinator, KCA DEUTAG Drilling Ltd.

The Community-Security Interface: Uzochukwu Nduka, Chief Executive, INCAS Nigeria, David Nyheim, Chief Executive International Conflict and Security (INCAS) Consulting Ltd.
Security threats to onshore exploration, drilling, production, and well-servicing often involve a strong community dimension. This presentation will focus on lessons learnt by companies in managing the community-security interface. It concludes with pointers for effective "soft security" measures in difficult operating environments.

10.00-10.30 Networking Break & Open Exhibition

10.30-12.00 Panel Discussion: Local Content: Workforce Development
Moderator: Lee Dolman, Drilling Engineering Manager-Europe, Africa & Caspian, Schlumberger

Industry leaders will share how their companies have worked with African communities to advance the development of local citizens to bolster the skills needed to create a qualified and sustainable E&P workforce across Africa.

Ahmed Lotfy, President Eastern Hemisphere, Halliburton
Jack Winton, General Manager Africa, KCA DEUTAG
Bob Klein, Drilling Engineering Manager for Angola, BP
Efundoyin Akinyanju, Recruiting and University Relations Manager, Schlumberger Limited

12.00-13.30 Luncheon & Open Exhibition

13.30-15.00 Drilling & Completions Operations
Moderator: Jack Winton, General Manager, KCA DEUTAG Drilling Ltd.

A Holistic Approach to Drilling Parameters and Drill Bit Design Optimization Improves Rate of Penetration by 37%, Hassi Messaoud Oilfield – Algeria: Ridha Chafai, International Field Design Manager; Djamel Zerari, Nacer Rihani, Sofiane Doudou, National Oilwell Varco, Lamali Rachid, Dhina Okba, Khelif Amar, Sonatrach
The process by which significant performance improvement was achieved through a focus group approach combining innovative bit design techniques and technologies, BHA optimization, optimization of parameters through BHA dynamics modeling and formation Rock Strength Analysis is described. A significant improvement in performance exceeded the technical limit for the Hassi Messaoud field; the various field records achieved using the new design in combination with optimized drilling parameters and most importantly the 37% improvement in rate of penetration.

Rising to the Challenge: Deepwater Solutions: Ryan Weeden, Team Leader Strategic Projects; Steve Barton, NOV Downhole
Deepwater drilling is one of the most complex applications in the industry. This paper reviews and reveals new solutions to two of the most significant deepwater challenges: ultra-large diameter PDC bits in salt, and bit/reamer matching issues. The former involves development of a 26” bit design for a deepwater salt application, which through successful trial, has changed the game plan on what can be achieved within salt sections going forward. The latter is addressed with new software that has been developed to allow a logical and quantitative approach to bit matching with reamers.

Lessons Learned with Hydraulic Packers: James Fouras, Completions Engineer, Pioneer Natural Resources
The multi-zone completion design for a new drilling campaign was to be changed from 3 ½” to 2 ⅞“, tubing. This new design was to incorporate issues that the Operations Team encountered producing previous campaigns wells and incorporate some new features. One of the producing wells had been worked over and a 2 ⅞“, completion installed, replacing the 3 ½” initial completion. It is the only one in the field. An evaluation of the 2 ⅞“, re-completion was performed in order to begin the basis of design for the new campaign. During this investigation, some catastrophic failures in design and installation were discovered.

15.00-15.30 Networking Break & Open Exhibition

15.30-16.00 High Pressure - High Temperature
Moderator: Steve Kropla, Group Vice President - Operations & Accreditation, IADC

Integrated Drilling and Logging Program Approach in HPHT Environment: Successful Drilling of Deepwater Oberan Field, Nigeria, ENI Deepest Well in Deep Offshore Nigeria: Vikas Jain, LWD Domain Champion, Schlumberger Nigeria Ltd; M. Rossi, S. Carbonara, B. Ogunshote, Eni Nigerian Agip Exploration Ltd. P. Occhipinti, C. Cavalleri, I. De Santo, Schlumberger.
Approach, design and execution of the integrated drilling and logging program, employed for the successful drilling of the deepest well so far by ENI Nigeria in deepwater and HPHT environment. Oberan-2 (Total Depth at 4,479 mMD) was confirmed to be a High Pressure (10,800psia) – High Temperature (157ºC) deepwater well based on drilling parameters and log datasets.

16.00 Adjournment
Steve Kropla, Group Vice President - Operations & Accreditation, IADC

Unassigned Papers of Note:
The following paper proposals will be included in the conference if a scheduled paper becomes unavailable. In addition, these presentations will be made available in the IADC conference proceedings, should the author so desire.

The Evolution of the Drill String Design on Sinopec Field (Puguang) to Improve Performance and Safety Margins in Sour Environment: Vincent Flores, Marketing & Technical Support Manager, Kamal El Bachiri, VAM Drilling, Li Fei, Yumin Li, Da Zhang, Zhongyuan Drilling Services, Sinopec
The evolution of the drill string design on Sinopec field (Puguang) to improve performance and safety margins in sour environment is outlined.

Integrating Safety into Job Planning and Execution: Wayne P. LeBlanc, President and CEO, W. C. Safety Systems International, Inc.
Safety is a component of the job process and should hold the same level of importance as planning, scheduling, execution of the job, and so forth. Safety should also help simplify the task and not render it more complicated. Our systematic approach assists the supervisor in leading a two-way discussion of the task which includes not only the performance of the task, but also hazard recognition, (and a JSA if required), at the same time. Once the task has begun, the BBS portion follows the same thought process, so employees observe as they have planned. This is all accomplished while not significantly affecting the amount of time spent on planning.

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PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Lee Dolman, Schlumberger
Paul Forman, BP
Pierre Gie, Total
Christian Girard, Pride International
Darrell Johnson, Septa Energy
George Morgan, Halliburton
Dave Stuebner, ExxonMobil
Rob Turnbull, KCA DEUTAG Drilling Ltd.
Jack Winton, KCA DEUTAG Drilling Ltd.
Ken Fischer, IADC

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EXHIBITORS

American Directional Drill

Cudd Well Control

Derrick Equipment

Drilling Systems (UK) Ltd

Hardbanding Solutions by Postle Industries

MI Swaco

NOV Downhole

NRG Drilling

Pruitt Rotating Control Devices

Reel Group Limited

Safekick

Target Well Control

EXHIBITION INFORMATION

The cost of each 6m2 (3 x 2 m) space is Euro 2,100,=.
The booth will be set with a skirted table, two chairs, access to electricity and a fascia with company name. With the space, you receive one complimentary conference registration and up to two additional registrations at half price or Euro 325,=

Click here to download exhibition floor plan
Click here to download exhibition letter of agreement

For more information, please contact Peggy Kersten,
peggy.kersten@iadc.org or call +31 24 675 22 52

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

There are four levels of sponsoring: Platinum Sponsors, Gold Sponsors, Silver Sponsors and Event Sponsors. The conference sponsor will receive high profile recognition before and during the conference. IADC also offers companies the opportunity to host one of the events during the conference.

Platinum
€ 15.000
(5) Comps Gold
€ 12.000
(3) Comps Silver
€ 7.500
(1) Comp

* Comps refer to number of complimentary registrations

Event sponsorships are also available!
Please contact Anne Otten for more information, anne.otten@iadc.org
or call +31 24 675 22 52

Hotel Information

Radisson Blu Portman Hotel
22 Portman Square, W1H 7BG London, United Kingdom
http://www.radissonblu.co.uk/hotel-london
Phone: +44 20 7208 6000 - Fax: +44 20 7208 6001
E-mail: reservations.london@radissonsas.com

The IADC room block has expired. Please contact the hotel directly, rooms are still available.

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