Technical Program: Tuesday, 5 May

0930–1200 | 306

PANEL: MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY

Moderator: Robert Armstrong, MIT

 

Technology and innovation are broadly recognized in the oil and gas industry today as business enablers. The panel will offer major industry players an opportunity to discuss technology and the management of technology, from idea generation to industrial use. Points such as the link between competitiveness and technology, technology and corporate strategy, reduction of R&D time, qualification of innovations, and technology implementation will be addressed.

 

Panelists
Flavio Moraes, Petrobras
Manuel Terranova, GE-Vetcogray
Manoelle Lepoutre, Total
Beverley Ronalds, CSIRO
Francisco Ortigosa, Repsol

20307 Management of Technology F. Garnaud, Total

0930–1200 | 604

LEVERAGING UPSTREAM TECHNOLOGY IN THE LARGEST OIL PROGRAM

Session Chairpersons: John Mather, Chevron
Kwaku Temeng, Aramco Services Company

0930

20133

Application of Artificial-Lift Technology in the Giant Khurais Field  A.A. Al-Somali, N.S. Al-Khanaifer, P.D. Pomeroy, A.I. Al-Towilib, A.S. Al-Shammari, Saudi Aramco

0952

20131

Simulation Optimization of Complex Architecture Wells With Smart Completions   J. Al-Thuwaini, S. Shenawi, B. Yuen, Saudi Aramco

1014

20125

I-Field Implementation Enables Real-Time Reservoir Management of Newly Developed Saudi Fields   S.S. Al-Malki, M.M. Buraikan, R.A. Wolfe, W.A Harbi, A.A. Shaikh, Saudi Aramco

1036

20123

Reservoir Management Practices in the Offshore Oil Fields of Saudi Arabia   H.B. Al-Qahtani, P. Warren, A.M. Al-Shahri, A. Al-Muhaish, Saudi Aramco

1058

20111

Leveraging Technology and Best Practices To Develop the Giant Khurais Field   W.A. Al-Mulhim, F.A. Al-Ajmi, M.A. Al-Shehab, T.R. Pham, Saudi Aramco

1120

20013

Operation of the Multiphase-Flow Meters on the Sour Environment of the QTIF Field: Case Study   F. Al-Dossary, A.A. Al-Ghamdi, Saudi Aramco

 

0930–1200 | 602

MODU ANCHOR SOILS

Session Chairpersons: Craig Colby, Diamond Offshore Drilling
Jason Newlin, Shell Oil Company

0930

20115

Analytical and Experimental Modeling of Out-of-Plane Loading of Plate Anchors   R.B. Gilbert, C. Lupulescu, C.H. Lee, J. Miller, M. Kroncke, University of Texas at Austin; M. Yang, C.P. Aubeny, J.D. Murff, Texas A&M University

0952

20062

Changes in Anchoring Rules and Regulations for MODUs   R.M. Ruinen, Vryhof Anchors

1014

20081

Soil Impact on Nonstationary Anchor Performance   C.P. Aubeny, R. Beemer, Texas A&M University; E.H. Zimmerman, Delmar Systems

1036

20117

Efficient Gravity Installed Anchor for Deepwater Mooring   E.H. Zimmerman, M. Smith, J.T. Shelton, Delmar Systems

1058

20073

An Approach for Using Integrated Geoscience Data To Avoid Deepwater Anchoring Problems   A.G. Young, D.R. Phu, D.R. Spikula, J.A. Rivette, D.L. Lanier, Geoscience Earth and Marine Service; J.D. Murff, Texas A&M University

1120

20065

Regional Analysis of Seafloor and Near-Surface Sediments for MODU Anchors   W.J. Berger, M.A. Harper, O. Oyebode, Berger Geosciences

1142

20085

Improved Predictions of MODU Fluke Anchors Increases the Confidence in Mooring System Design   R. Dahlberg, S. Resseguier, Det Norske Veritas

 

0930–1200 | 312

ADVANCES IN FLEXIBLE RISER TECHNOLOGY

Session Chairpersons: Adrian Connaire, MCS; Mark Kalman, Halliburton Company

0930

20099

Flexible Riser Outer Sheath Full-Scale Wearing Simulation and Evaluation    J.A. Clevelario, T. Sheldrake, F. Pires, G. Falcao, I. Souza, F. Aquino, Wellstream International

0952

20027

Meeting the Future Challenges of Flexible Pipe Technology: Advances in Industry Standards    M. O'Sullivan, MCS 

1014

19950

Beneficial Influence of a Very Low Supply of H2S on the Hydrogen Embrittlement Resistance of Carbon Steel Wires in Flexible Pipe Annulus   N. Desamais, C. Taravel-Condat, Technip

1036

19901

Fiberoptic Gas Monitoring of Flexible Risers   N. Weppenaar, NKT Flexibles; A. Kosterev, L. Dong, D. Tomazy, F. Tittel, Rice University

1058

20174

MA D6: Going Beyond the Limits of Deepwater Fast-Track Projects   G. Michel, W. Gauttier, P. Savy, Technip

1120

20101

Flexible Flowline Thermal Exchange Coefficient Test Performed at High External Pressures   F. Pires, J.A. Clevelario, G. Falcao, I. Souza, T. Sheldrake, Wellstream International

1142

19904

Flow-Induced Pulsation Due to Flexible Risers  S.P.C. Belfroid, TNO Science and Industry; R. Swindell, Bureau Veritas; N. Kitney, BP

 

0930–1200 | 610

SPAR TECHNOLOGY

Session Chairpersons: Jan Wolter Oosterhuis, Dockwise
Anil Sablok, Technip

0930

20234

Internationalization of the Spar Platform   A.K. Sablok, S.A. Barras, Technip

0952

20230

Measurement, Hindcast, and Prediction of Holstein Spar Motions in Extreme Seas   S. Perryman, BP; J. Chappell, Stress Engineering Services; I. Prislin, BMT; Q. Xu, Technip

1014

20238

Contemporary Challenges and Solutions for Post-Katrina Gulf of Mexico Spar Design   P. Poll, J. Zhou, J. Chianis, Houston Offshore Engineering

1036

20232

Marine Operations During Transport and Discharge of Spar Hulls   R. Postma, Dockwise Shipping

1058

20237

Developments in Deepwater Spar Installation   R. Narold, O. Willemse, C. Brenninkmeijer, Heerema Marine Contractors

1120

19797

A Comparison of the Spar and Single-Column Floater in an Arctic Environment   J. Murray, C.K. Yang, FloaTEC

0930–1200 | 606

THE FUTURE OF SEISMIC IMAGING: REVERSE TIME MIGRATION AND FULL WAVEFORM INVERSION

Session Chairpersons: Rocco Detomo, Shell Nigeria E&P; Joseph Reilly, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company

0930

19875

Multistep Reverse Time Migration   Y.C. Kim, J. Ji, K.J. Yoon, B. Wang, Z.Li, W. Xu, TGS-NOPEC

0952

19877

Subsalt Imaging Using TTI Reverse Time Migration   T. Huang, Y. Zhang, H. Zhang, J. Young, CGGVeritas

1014

19879

Reverse Time Migration Imaging and Model Estimation    P.A. Farmer, Z-Z. Zhou, D. Jones, GX Technology

1036

19897

3D Prestack Full Waveform Inversion   D. Vigh, E.W. Starr, K. Dingwall, WesternGeco

1058

20215

Wave Equation-Based Model Building and Imaging in Complex Settings     F. Ten Kroode, R-E. Plessix, C. Perkins, J. Clippard, Shell International EP

1120

20311

Modeling Subsalt Amplitude Variations   J.B. Sinton, ConocoPhillips

1142

20312

Improved Subsalt Imaging by Leveraging Advanced Data Acquisition and Reverse-time Migration   S. Brandsberg-Dahl, J. McClean, P. Wijnen, Petroleum-Geo Services

 

0930–1200 | 600

GEOHAZARD RISK ASSESSMENT

Session Chairpersons: Michael Angell, William Lettis and Associates; Eric Parker, D'Appoloniaces

0930

20014

Risk Matrix for Nonrecurrent Geological Processes: Application to the Gas Hydrate Hazard    E.C. Cauquil, Total

0952

20022

Geohazard Assessment in a Deepwater Subsea Development: A Contractor's Perspective   R. Bruschi, S. Bughi, M. Canu, A. Spigarelli, Saipem Energy Services

1014

20206

Pipeline Integrity in Geohazard-Prone Seabed Terrain: What Is the Real Risk?   J. Nicholls, Flintshire Geophysics

1036

20245

Managing Geohazards on Offshore Oil and Gas Projects   R. Carmichael, M.S. Blackmore, F. Nunan, Consub

1058

20274

Deciding Risk Acceptance for Hazards   D.G. Brooks, Arizona State University

1120

20090

Geohazard Risk Assessment: Vulnerability of Subsea Structures to Geohazards—Some Risk Implications     E.J. Parker, C. Traverso, T. Del Giudice, D’Appolonia; T. Evans, BP; R. Moore, Halcrow Group

 

1400–1630 | 306

GENERAL SESSION PANEL: NAVIGATING LONG-TERM BUSINESS IN THE FACE OF SHORT-TERM UNCERTAINTY

Moderators: Ahmed Hashmi, Vice President, R&D Strategy and Portfolio Management
Gamal Hassan, OTC Program Committee, Corporate Business Development Manager, Baker Hughes

 

The past three decades have witnessed global structural changes in the oil and gas supply and demand patterns which have altered the world’s energy market in important ways.We are in another period of energy dislocation today – and it is probably the most significant moment of change we've seen for many years. It is very important that the right decisions are made – balancing the short term imperatives with long term trends – and changes to strategy are considered carefully within this balanced context.   

 

Today, NOCs, IOCs, service companies, and financial institutions are increasingly interdependent. With increasing short-term uncertainty about demand growth for energy, the incentive to invest and the ability to deliver supply when required in the future may be affected. Just like other industries, oil producers are hesitant to commit production capacity increases that may be underutilized in the future.

 

The panel discussion will focus on the viability of the oil and gas business model in the face of rapid changes in the business environment, direction of industry restructuring in response to short-term uncertainties, and the impact of the liquidity shortage on companies’ operations. In addition, the panel will highlight the importance of understanding complex supply and demand prospects, sustainability, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and the inherent uncertainties contained in the long-term outlook. It is our hope that it contributes to a healthy debate and dialogue among all participants, bringing diverse views into perspective.

 

Panelists

Amin H. Nasser, Senior Vice President, E&P, Saudi Aramco
Mike Bahorich, Senior Vice President, E&P Technology, Apache
Chad Deaton, CEO, Baker Hughes
Ali Moshiri, President, Chevron Africa and Latin America
Nansen Saleri, CEO, Quantum Reservoir Impact

20306 Navigating Long-Term Business in the Face of Short-Term Uncertainty G.A. Hassan, Baker Hughes

1400–1630 | 604

MOHO-BILONDO PROJECT

Session Chairpersons: Pierre-Alain Delaittre, Total Technical Services
Carolyn Ritchie, Chevron

1400

20277

Moho Bilondo: The First Deepwater Development Offshore in the Republic of Congo   C. Cahuzac, F. Bourcier, Total

1422

20279

Flow-Assurance Challenges for Offshore Deepwater Republic of Congo     P. Monahan, Total

1444

20280

Moho Bilondo: Subsea Production System Experience   D. Carre, J. O’Sullivan, Total EP Congo

1506

20282

Moho Bilondo Compact Development: Layout and Planning Management    P. Carrier, Total

1528

20313

Management of Commissioning and Startup Activities in the Moho Bilondo Integrated Project   V. Kiehl, Total

1400–1630 | 602

MODU HURRICANE RISK AND EXPERIENCE

Session Chairpersons: Craig Colby, Diamond Offshore Drilling
David Wisch, Chevron ETC

1400

20141

MODU Risk: MODU Mooring Strength and Reliability JIP Overview   C.T. Castille, Eni Petroleum; D. Pelley, Transocean; J.J. Stiff, ABS Consulting

1422

20144

Post Mortem Analysis of MODUs in Hurricanes Katrina and Rita    M. Sharples, Offshore: Risk & Technology Consulting; J.J. Stiff, ABS Consulting

1444

20143

MODU Risk: MODU Mooring Comparative Risk Assessment  J.J. Stiff, ABS Consulting

1506

20147

MODU Mooring Reliability Analysis for Hurricane Condition in the Gulf of Mexico   A.P. Ku, Energo Engineering; J.J. Stiff, ABS Consulting; B. Huang, F. Puskar, Energo Engineering

1528

20164

Evaluation of Low-Frequency Damping and Analysis Methods for MODU Moorings   C.T. Kwan, D. Chen, J. Cheng, J. Guan, David Tein Consulting Engineers

1550

20165

Moored MODU Risk Assessment    D.J. Petruska, H.H. Banon, P. Liagre,  M.J. Leary, BP America; A. Ku, Energo Engineering

1612

20299

MODU Risk Assessment: Regulatory Perspective    L.C. Labiche, J.S. Powers, Minerals Management Service

   

1400–1630 | 312

DEEPWATER RISER TECHNOLOGY

Session Chairpersons: Carlos Moreira, Technip
Kieran Kavanagh, MCS

1400

20180

Improvements in Dynamic Loading of Ultradeepwater Catenary Risers      C.J. Wajnikonis, S.J. Leverette, SBM Atlantia

1422

19974

Development of Deepwater Riser Recovery Technology in the Liuhua Oil Field   S. Zhu, X. Jiang, P. Rong, G. Luan, Offshore Oil Engineering Company

1444

19899

Qualification of the Grouped SLOR Riser System   D.N. Karunakaran, D. Lee, J. Mair, Subsea 7

1506

19929

The Greater Plutonio Riser Tower    D. De la Cruz, C.A. Zimmermann, BP P. Neveux, Acergy, F. Louvety, Acergy

1528

20066

Recommended Practice on Riser Interference    A. Rustad, A.J. Kalleklev, N. Sodahl, Det Norske Veritas

1550

20122

Shenzi 16-in Oil Export SCR CVA Verification   W. Qiu, R. Song, P.N. Stanton, Technip; R. Casadaban, M. Stark, Enterprise Products

1400–1630 | 610

OFFSHORE PIPELINES I

Session Chairpersons: John Bomba, Technip
Lisa Medeiros, Oyo Geospace

1400

19888

Global Buckle Control With Dual Sleepers in HP/HT Pipelines  Q. Bai, X. Qi, M.S. Brunner, Technip  

1422

19862

Evaluation and Mitigation of Axial Walking With a Focus on Deepwater Flowlines   H. Rong, R. Inglis, G. Bell, Z. Huang, R. Chan, J P Kenny

1444

19900

Polymer Liner and Connector Qualification for Use in Subsea Pipelines     T. Campbell, Subsea 7

1506

20043

Optimizing Reeled-Pipe Design Through Improved Knowledge of Reeling Mechanics   S. Denniel, Technip

1528

19944

Trench Interaction Forces During Lateral SCR Movement in Deepwater  Clays   J. Oliphant,  A.J. Maconochie, Technip; D. White, University of Western Australia; M. Bolton, University of Cambridge

 

1400–1630 | 606

MARINE GEOSCIENCE AND GEOHAZARDS

Session Chairperson: Daniel McConnell, AOA Geophysics
Walter Guidroz, BP

1400

19826

Risk Mitigation of Chemical Munitions in a Deepwater Geohazard Assessment    J.E. Herbert, AMTI

1422

19906

IS Scour Important for Pile Foundations Design in Deep Water?  Y. Li, Technip; X. Chen, S. Fan, Fugro; J.-L.Briaud, H.C. Chen, Texas A&M University

1444

20293

Effect of Slide Deformation and Geometry on Waves Generated by Submarine Landslides: A Numerical Investigation   K. Das, S. Green, D. Basu, R. Janetzke, J. Stamatakos, Southwest Research Institute

1506

20060

Prediction of Punch-Through for Spudcan Penetration in Sand Overlying Clay   K.L. Teh, C.F. Leung, Y.K. Chow, National University of Singapore; P. Handidjaja, Braemar Falconer

1528

19957

Marine UXO Identification and Avoidance for a Shallow-Water Pipeline Route   S.M. Halpin, M.L. Morrison, Intecsea

1550

19998

Cyclic Stiffness Degradation in Nonlinear Jackup Dynamics    E.T. Dean, Soil Models; R. Metters, Geotechnical Engineering and Marine Surveys

1400–1630 | 600

OCEAN MINING DEVELOPMENTS

Session Chairpersons: Julien Denegre, Technip
Neil Mackintosh, Technip

1400

19849

The Science of Seafloor Massive Sulfides in the Modern Ocean: A New Global Resource for Base and Precious Metals   Y. Fouquet, Ifremer; S.D. Scott, University of Toronto

1422

20047

Deep-Sea Mining: A New Horizon for Dredging Technology  J.W. van Bloois, IHC Merwede; J.C.L. Frumau, Seatools

1444

19912

Extending Deepwater Technology to Seafloor Mining   A. Yu, P. Espinasse, Technip

1506

19806

Deepwater Seafloor Resource Production: Developing the World's Next Offshore Frontier     S. Rogers, G. Smith, Nautilus Minerals

1528

19935

Development of Environmental Research According to Future Deep-Sea Mining: Are Concerns Justified? What Should Be Done?   G. Schriever, Biolab Research Institute

1550

19825

World's First Large Floating Concentrator Concept for Underwater Mining    J.M. Cholley, J. Chung, T. Andruczyk, L. Donghwan, Technip