IADC Well Control Europe Conference & Exhibition

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Registration still available at the door!
Tuesday, 13 April from 07:00-08:30 and Wednesday, 14 April from 07:30-08:30.

Well Control has never been more important than today, particularly in today’s financial climate, the drive to deeper waters, higher pressures and temperatures, and other challenges. Regulatory issues become more complex and new technologies ask for new approaches. It is more important than ever to concentrate on best practices, sensible regulation and new technologies to protect people, the environment and our public image.

The 2010 IADC Well Control Europe Conference will bring together well-control experts and drilling professionals from across the world to discuss the latest trends, advances and case studies in this important discipline, including new technology, regulations and standards, operational practices and training.

07:00-08:30 Conference Registration, Coffee Service & Open Exhibition
Sponsored by: KCA DEUTAG Drilling GmbH

08:30-08:40 Welcome & Opening Remarks
Steve Kropla, Group Vice President - Operations & Accreditation, IADC

08:40-09:00 Keynote Presentation:
Neil Forrest, Global Training Centre Manager, Transocean Training Department, Singapore

09:00-10:00 Equipment Design
Per Jarle Tjessem, Odfjell Drilling (U.K.) Ltd.

BOP with Fifth Generation Mux Control System
Hans Aulesjord, Odfjell Drilling
A Shaffer 15K NXT BOP with a fifth generation MUX Control system is used to illustrate new technology in scope of environmental protection. The philosophy behind the new technology in the BOP system chain is explained.

Recertification of Well Control Equipment
Ove Egil Kleivenes, DNV Energy
It is DNV’s recommendation that a major overhaul/inspection of Blow Out Preventers and other well pressure control equipment used for Drilling, Completion, Workover and Well intervention operations, should be performed at least every five years. The purpose of the RP document is to describe DNV’s recommendations for recertification of well control equipment. The reason for this inspection is to verify and document that the equipment condition and properties are within the specified acceptance criteria as well as the specified recognized codes and standards, thus ensuring that documentation of the condition of the equipment is available at all times.

10:00-10:30 Networking Break & Open Exhibition - Sponsored by KCA DEUTAG Drilling GmbH

10:30-12:00 Panel Discussion: “Regulatory Issues Related to Well Control”
Moderator: Gert-Jan Windhorst, Noble Drilling (Netherlands) B.V.

Representatives of key regulatory agencies across the North Sea and members of the North Sea Offshore Authorities Forum (NSOAF) will discuss current industry concerns, observations and pending regulatory requirements.

Panelists:

12:00-13:30 Luncheon & Open Exhibition - Sponsored by Centrica Energy Upstream

Evaluating New Automatic Well Control Procedure for a Kick Incident during MPD by Automatic Switch Control of Choke-Valve Opening and Real-Time Pore Pressure Estimation
Jing Zhou, Gerhard Nygaard, Erlend Vefring, International Research Institute of Stavanger
A new automatic switch-mode control algorithm for feedback control of choke valve opening is developed. Novel adaptive observers for estimating changes of the flow rate are developed for kick detection, which involves detecting the influx of fluids from permeable or fractured formations into the well bore. Also a new estimation method is developed for estimation of reservoir pore pressure based on real-time measurements when a kick is taken during MPD. The proposed methodology is evaluated on a high fidelity drilling simulator based on the requirements from North Sea well drilling operations.

Managed Pressure Drilling - Training & Competence
Jim Borthwick, Mark Strachan, KCA DEUTAG Drilling Ltd.
MPD simulator training places the drilling team in complete control of MPD operations with the benefit to practice MPD procedures. The team combinations of backpressure, variable fluid density, fluid rheology and circulating friction are shown, along with MPD variations including constant bottom hole pressure, pressurised mud cap drilling, etc. to allow the drilling team to identify the most effective way to drill the well.

Automatic Coordination of Equipment while Circulating Out A Kick and Displacing the Kill-Weight Mud
Liv Almås Carlsen, Jan Einar Gravdal, Jing Zhou, Gerhard Nygaard, International Research Institute of Stavanger, Rune Time, University of Stavanger
Today, the well control procedures are performed by manually controlling various equipment such as BOPs, pumps and choke valves. Automatic procedures can circulate a kick to the surface and replace the mud with a kill-weight mud using the techniques from MPD to automatically control the choke line and main pumps. Existing well control equipment and procedures such as the Driller’s method and the Weight and Wait method are discussed.

15:00-15:30 Networking Break & Open Exhibition - Sponsored by KCA DEUTAG Drilling GmbH

Case Study: Down-Hole Testing Tools for Formation Evaluation in High Pressure and High Temperature Environments
Thiago de Almeida Pontes, Halliburton
The discussion will provide information for testing in extreme environments, which gauges are appropriate for specific conditions, and how to perform a DST by adapting special procedures for hostile environment. The examples used will show the successes gained using these methods to perform DST operations in the ultra HPHT reservoirs in Brazil.

Retrievable Casing while Drilling: Well Control Considerations
Scott Petrie, Tommy Warren, Dale Oveson, Monty Montgomery, Eric Moellendick, Tesco Corporation
RCwD (Retrievable Casing while Drilling) is briefly introduced, followed by an introduction to CwD well control including considerations, procedures looking specifically at the differences between conventional drilling and CwD. A description of the differences for well control while drilling and the considerations for kick detection, barriers, and methods for circulating out a kick is outlined. A detailed description of the methods and equipment for well control for retrieval with drill pipe will be covered and this will be followed by conclusions.

Drilling and Well Control Using a Partly Evacuated Marine Drilling Riser
Børre Fossli, Olve Sunde Rassmussen, Ocean Riser Systems, Sigbjørn Sangesland, Norwegian University of Science & Technology, NTNU
The Low Riser Return System (LRRS) is a single gradient open MPD system, applicable for subsea drilling from Mobile Offshore Drilling Units. The presentation will focus on why drilling with a partially evacuated marine drilling riser can be beneficial and how well control can be performed safely and effectively.

07:30-08:30 Conference Registration, Coffee Service & Open Exhibition
Sponsored by: GE Oil & Gas

08:30-09:00 Well Control
Moderator: Mohamed El-Halimi, Danish Energy Agency

A Simplified and Highly Effective Method to Identify Influx and Losses during Managed Pressure Drilling Without the Use of a Coriolis Flow Meter
Don Reitsma, At Balance Americas LLC
The constant bottomhole pressure (BHP) calculation and control system of the Dynamic Annular Pressure Control (DAPC) system has been modified to provide an effective means of accurately detecting influxes without a flow meter, controlling the unplanned flow from the well, and reducing the influx volume. Recent tests performed at the Louisiana State University PERTT facility and field tests proved the system’s ability to identify unplanned flow events reliably. Test results will be shown and ways in which the system can easily be installed on a rig will be discussed.

09:00-10:00 Training & Risk Management
Moderator: Mohamed El-Halimi, Danish Energy Agency

Pressure = Density x Depth x The Constant: The Basics of Good Well Control Training
Dave Cormack, Auriga Training Limited
How can we ensure that the pressure applied through our well control training gives sufficient overbalance to ensure primary control but not too much to cause breakdown? The basic hydrostatic pressure formula is used to explore whether we are sending our people to well control schools prepared for success (overbalance) or whether we are sending them there under pressure right from the start (breakdown). A development model currently being used to deliver International sporting success is reviewed and questions are asked if there are lessons we can take into our training programmes.

Risk Management, Planning and Execution of Complex Well Abandonment Projects
Martin Beveridge, Shell UK Exploration and Production
Well Abandonment is a necessary part of the final end of field life management of wells. Dependent on the degree of complexity it can typically involve project managing a wide range of deliverables and stakeholder issues. The lessons learned during the planning and execution of the Teal Subsea Well Abandonment project are outlined. This project involved addressing multiple Well Integrity related issues and the development of a risk based decision plan and contingencies that met with HSE, technical and regulatory objectives.

10:30-12:00 Panel discussion: Making the Case for Uniform Well Control Guidelines
Moderator: Steve Cromar, ConocoPhillips

From training to equipment specifications to inspections standards, operators and contractors are sometimes faced with a number of differing standards for various aspects of well control. This panel discussion will discuss best practices for determining the appropriate standards to be used for optimum performance.

“Wild” Wells – Notable Case Histories
Fred Ng, Wild Well Control
Events from some of the most notable well control case histories will be presented. Cases will include blowouts and pressure control events, on land and offshore. The discussion will address techniques and devices employed to meet the particular challenges of these cases, which have become part of the repertoire of tools for handling similar situations. These cases will also illustrate the continuing evolvement of methods used to handle well control events.

H₂S Blowout Offers Numerous Challenges
Dan Eby, Cudd Well Control
H₂S blowouts usually require that numerous hurdles are overcome to bring about a successful outcome. A recent job on land in the U.S. was no exception. The problems presented during this intervention are ones that can easily be present in many situations throughout the world. This case history will chronicle the problems encountered and the solutions used to successfully cap and kill a non-fire H₂S blowout.

What Well Completions Can Learn from Drilling in HPHT Environments
Harold Brian Skeels, FMC Technologies
This position paper looks into current downhole and “hot” heavy oil production capabilities to reveal clues for suggested design guidelines and areas of basic materials research that will help the HPHT wellhead community keep pace with reservoir advances in extreme HPHT and ultra HPHT environments.

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 Benefits and Application of Semi-Permeable Membrane Surface Gas Detection during Managed Pressure Drilling
Douglas Law, James Chopty, Marlon Jaipersad, David Forber, Weatherford
Managed Pressure Drilling and other forms of closed circulation drilling create problems for surface gas logging utilising conventional technologies, whereas the use of semi-permeable membrane gas extraction provides a solution. The application of this technique to managed pressure drilling scenarios and the benefits of combining high resolution pressure and fluid composition are presented.

Program Committee

Kjell Marius Auflem, Petroleum Safety Authority Norway
Steve Cromar, ConocoPhillips
Mohamed El-Halimi, Danish Energy Agency
Martin Ellins, KCA DEUTAG
Kevin Knott, Transocean
Jonathan Lilley, Centrica Energy
Craig Martin, Ensco plc
Derek McLauchlan, Diamond Offshore (UK) Ltd
Mark Milne, Transocean
John Monks, Northern Offshore
Jamie Rawson, Rowan Drilling
Per Jarle Tjessem, Odfjell Drilling (UK) Ltd
Stein Tonning, PGNiG Norway AS
Gert-Jan Windhorst, Noble Drilling (Netherlands) B.V.
Steve Kropla, IADC

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Exhibitors

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

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Hotel Information

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DoubleTree by Hilton
Beach Boulevard, AB24 5EF,
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1224 633339
Fax: +44 1224 638833

Single room £ 140.00 / Double room £ 150.00 including breakfast and VAT.
Please follow this link to book a hotel room directly online:
http://www.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/ABZDTDI_GIADA/index.jhtml
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Malmaison Hotel
49-53 Queens Road, AB15 4YP,
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1224 327 371
Fax: +44 1224 327 370
Email: lross@malmaison.com

Superior room single/double use for £ 180.00 including breakfast and VAT.
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Marriott Aberdeen Hotel
Overton Circle, Dyce, AB21 7AZ,
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1224 763 740
Fax: +44 1224 722 347
Email: claire.derrick@marriotthotels.com

Single room £ 140.00 / Double room £ 150.00 including breakfast and VAT.
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