Wednesday, 5 October Technical Program

0900–1000

PAV 5

WELCOME COFFEE

1000–1200

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 101A1

PANEL SESSION:
TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT: THE ROLE OF UNIVERSITIES AND INDUSTRY

Moderator:

• Giorgio de Tomi, USP (Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brazil)

Panelists:

• Ram Shenoy, Schlumberger
• John C. Bartos, Cameron
• Ken Herd, GE
• Sergio Bordalo, ABPG (Brazilian Association of Petroleum and Gas)

To support the increase in global energy demands, more offshore petroleum field developments are needed. Sometimes developments involve petroleum production from complex reservoirs located under deep- and ultra- deepwater depths. In remote areas with severe environmental conditions, in the case of pre-salt petroleum reservoirs, like in Brazil, aggressive fluid components are needed.

A large contingent of qualified and trained personnel are sought to work in global petroleum developments. For petroleum resources development that are one of the main objective of   the country, such is happening in Brazil, not only is technology needed but also well prepared professionals to overcome the challenges of the goals.

This session presents the necessities of personnel for the petroleum industry, service and equipment suppliers, and the experience of training and education institutions to face such demands.

1000–1200

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 201 AB

TECHNICAL SESSION 8:
FIELD DEVELOPMENT II

Session Chairpersons:

Joao Melo,  Oceaneering
Robert  Voss, GE Oil & Gas

This session will present selected technologies and operations applicable to the development of deepwater fields.  The lessons learned from implementation of new technologies in the Brazilian deepwater fields will be presented.

1000

22430

Deepwater High-Capacity Dynamic Power Cables: Recent Developments • D. Brown, D. Patel, S. Rossiter, BPP Technical Services

1030

22540

Swivel Connection Development • H.C. Silveira, GE Oil & Gas

1100

22579

ESP-Assisted Production Allocation in Peregrino Field • H. Olsen, Statoil; R.F. Pessoa, K. Sheth, R. Okita, A. Crossley, I. Martinez, Baker Hughes

1130

22440

Monitoring and Optimization of the First Ultradeepwater FPSO Production in the GoM • N. Zambare, O. Coronado, Kongsberg Oil and Gas; G. Reon, L.G. Santos, Petrobras

1000–1200

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 207

TECHNICAL SESSION 9:
ALGORITHM/MODELING/DATA REDUCTION

Session Chairpersons:

Taher Ali, Baker Hughes
Daniel  Georgi, Baker Hughes

Sensors, algorithms and data processing are key to offshore exploration, reservoir description, exploitation, production monitoring and optimization. Sensors and the key to monitoring and control of intelligent or smart wells and fields.

1000

22612

Multiphase Meters and Their Application in Wet Gas Fields, Offshore Brazil • M.P. Tol, M. Brandt, Geir Kristensen, Roxar Flow Measurement

1030

SPE-145324

Integration of Numerical Well Testing and Deconvolution Algorithm for Analyzing Permanent Downhole Gauge (PDG) Data • X. Li, SINOPEC; Maojun Qiu, PEPRIS; Shiyi Zheng, Heriot-Watt University

1100

22414

Gamma Radiation Methods in Characterizing Horizontal and Vertical Multiphase Flow • T.I. Arubi, BP, H. Yeung, Cranfield University

1130

22310

Resolution Analysis of Azimuthal Directional Resistivity Images • S. Fang, Baker Hughes

1000–1200

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 202 AB

TECHNICAL SESSION 10:
FLOATING TOPSIDE PROCESS FACILITIES: LNG OIL & GAS

Session Chairpersons:

Nehal Patwa, Siemens Energy 

Hoss Shariat, KBR

This session focuses on the topside process design aspect of the floating LNG and Oil & Gas production facilities. It includes the introduction of innovative process and technology developments, Inherent Safer Design (ISD), experience and lessons learned sharing for the floating facilities.

1000

22850

Latest Developments In Floating LNG Liquefaction Technologies: How We Are Combining Proven and Innovative Technologies for the Future • I. B. Waldmann and K. Utkilen, KANFA Aragon AS

1030

22668

Safety and Regulatory Perspective for Floating LNG Plant Offshore (FLNG) • H. N. Patel, P. Rynn, X. Wang, B.Das, M. Pham, ABS

1100

22646

Considerations for the Use of Carbon Dioxide Removal Membranes in an Offshore Environment • S. Tierling, S. Jindal, R. Abascal, KBR

1130

22659

Advanced Compression Solutions for CCS, EOR and Offshore CO2 • R. Habel, M. Berger, MAN Diesel

1000–1200

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 210

TECHNICAL SESSION 11:
FLOW ASSURANCE I

Session Chairpersons:

Thomas Gee, Weatherford
Jos Wellink, Van Oord Offshore

Flow Assurance I deals with a range of interesting topics. The session specifically includes papers on flowline heating, dealing with hydrates, inhibitor solutions as well as safety issues. This session will be well attended as the papers are of the highest caliber.

1000

22631

Direct Electrical Heating of Flowlines: Current and Future • R.F. Roth, INTECSEA

1030

22309

An In-Situ Flow Cell To Highlight Different Mechanisms of Calcium Carbonate Inhibition By Green and Non-Green Polymers • A. Duchene, Baker Hughes; A. Neville, University of Leeds, M. Euvrard, Besançon University of France

1100

22406

Hydrate Risk Assessment and Restart Procedure Optimization of an Offshore Well Using a Transient Hydrate Prediction Model • A. Sum, L.E. Zerpa, E.D. Sloan, C. Koh, A.K. Sum, Colorado School of Mines

1130

22464

Using CFD to Investigate Safety Issues With Cryogenic Restarts • N. Davidsson, J.D. Friedemann, E. Gharaibah, GE Oil & Gas

1215–1345

TOPICAL LUNCHEON 3:
INNOVATIVE FINANCIAL OPTIONS FOR OFFSHORE PROJECTS IN CHALLENGING ECONOMICAL TIMES

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this topical luncheon has been cancelled.

1215–1345

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 204 ABC

TOPICAL LUNCHEON 4:
TOTAL: TECHNOLOGICAL KNOW-HOW TO SERVE ITS INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Speaker: Denis Palluat de Besset, Total E&P do Brasil Ltda

TOTAL, as major world-class independent oil company, continues to use research and development to implement new and efficient technologies. TOTAL has gained recognition for their expertise in ultra-large project management. This gives the company a competitive edge in pursuing new opportunities for exploration and development rights in countries where it is not yet present or has limited positions. This session will present examples of when new technologies were successfully completed during risky projects. Authors will describe recent and new businesses. The session will also illustrate what TOTAL could bring to the Brazilian O&G industry as it participates in the enormous and challenging effort of exploring and developing the country´s vast potential of hydrocarbon resources.

1400-1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 202 C

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS WORKSHOP

Keynote Speaker:

Daniel Moczydlower, Chemtech | A Siemens Company

Moderators: 

• Gerardo Acosta, National U. of the Center of the Province of Buenos Aires (UNCPBA)
• Jonathan Dowsett, University of Cambridge

• Daniel Lustosa, Chemtech

Panelists:

• Jorge Estrada, Halliburton
• Saul Plavnik, Baker Hughes
• Leonardo Molinari, Chevron
• Eduardo De Mio, HRT Oil & Gas

• Bernardo Pestana, OGX

• John Donachie,  Simmons & Company International

This event is open to all attendees of the conference. 

Attend the Young Professionals Workshop to help identify which skills you need to meet your goals and define your career path in the global marketplace. It will address how to get the right position and have a greater understanding of what will be expected from you by your future employers.

Daniel Moczydlower, CEO of CHEMTECH, will share how he successfully navigated his career, including the steps and decisions that placed him, at the age of 34, in a leading position of a company named by the GTPW Institute as one of the best companies to work for in Latin America.

A panel of experienced professionals will discuss several topics related to career development. They will debate theory vs. hands-on experience, required skills, and realities to prepare for in Brazilian and global oil and gas markets. More details.

1400–1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 201 AB

TECHNICAL SESSION 12:
CARBONATE RESERVOIRS

Session Chairpersons:

Leonardo Borghi, UFRJ
Cesar Muniz, Baker Hughes

Carbonate reservoirs are becoming increasingly important offshore Brazil.  In this session, we explore several aspects of Carbonate Reservoirs including reservoir geometry, completion optimization and stimulation, pore geometry and fluid flow in carbonates.

1400

22364

Use of Geomechanics for Optimizing Reservoir Completion and Stimulation Strategies for Carbonates in the Campos Basin, Offshore Brazil • Z.R. Nagy, F. Pacheco, Schlumberger; M.R. Rosa, M.T. Ribeiro, I. Jouti, OGX Petroleo & Gas; J. Pastor, A. Grandy, S. Fluckiger, L.D. Gigena, Schlumberger

1430

22446

WBM Contamination Monitoring While Sampling Formation Water With Formation Testers: A Novel Approach • J. Correa, M. Santos, A. Wander, J. Pereira, OGX; J. Cañas, SPE, S. Colacelli, SPE, A. Zaccaro, A. Barroso, C. Rico, R. Ortiz, SPE, Schlumberger

1500

22337

Limits of Acid Fracture Conductivity Correlation Improvement Through Acid Fracture Surface Characterization • V.F. Rodrigues, SPE, A. Medeiros, SPE, North Fluminense State University

1530

1630

Coffee Break

1630

22417

Challenging Horizontal Openhole Completion in Carbonates: A Case History on Mechanical Isolation and Selective Stimulation in Campos Basin, Brazil • I. Jouti. G. Rafainer. A. Ferreira, SPE, J. Vidal, SPE, OGX. G.J. Villanueva, SPE, J. Canas, SPE, R. Pinto. A. Cancio. D. Gigena, G. Landinez, W. Barreto, SPE, Schlumberger

1700

22578

A General Analytical Solution for the Multidimensional Transient Linear Hydraulic Diffusivity Equation in Heterogeneous and Anisotropic Porous Media • P. Couto, Universidade Federal Rio de Janeiro; Richard D. R. Moreira and Marcelo D. Marsili, Vale Óleo e Gás

1400–1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 202 ABC

TECHNICAL SESSION 13:
INNOVATIVELY APPLYING TECHNOLOGY AND LOCAL CONTENT TO IMPROVE YOUR PROJECT'S ECONOMICS

Session Chairpersons:

Celso Silva,  Promon Engenharia
Thiago Carvalho, MTS/SEIP

Every successful project faces many budget challenges, IPA will introduce this session with a presentation on the track record of mega projects, other papers will present creative ideas on improving project economic performance in Brazil.

1400

21858

Oil Industry Megaprojects: Our Recent Track Record • E.W. Merrow, Independent Project Analysis

1430

22783

Reasons and Strategy for a Local Content • P. Bonnel, Honeywell

1500

22507

Supply Vessel Market Trends in Brazil • E. Simonsen, ODS-Petrodata

1530

1630

Coffee Break

1630

22434

Improved NPV: Shallow Water Subsea Systems Achieve Early First Oil and Reduce CAPEX • J. Streeter, R. Moody, FMC Technologies

1700

22378

Selection of Low-Carbon Field Development Plans Based on Lifecycle Energy Modeling • T. Mallinson, Siemens Energy & Automation

1730

22487

A Novel Technique for Optimizing Hydrate Inhibitor Injection Rates • S. Mazloum, J. Yang, A. Chapoy, B. Tohidi, Heriot Watt University

1400–1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 208

TECHNICAL SESSION 14: SENSING

Session Chairpersons:

Paulo Brandao, Brazilian National Bureau Standards
Daniel  Georgi, Baker Hughes

Monitoring and control are key to optimization especially in deep water where intervention is an expensive option. In this session, we investigate several aspects for discrete sensors and distributed fiber optic sensor technology and data interpretation, including data telemetry, sensor placement and data interpretation.

1400

22477

Challenges in Wireless Data Transmission From Anchor to Surface • R.M. Ruinen, Vryhof Anchors

1430

22293

Real-Time Horizontal Well Monitoring Using Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) Technology • X. Wang, SPE, T.R. Bussear, SPE, Baker Hughes

1500

22323

Developing a Retrieval System for Subsea Sensors and Transmitters • C. Packman, N. Braaten, Roxar Flow Measurement

1530

1630

Coffee Break

1630

22413

Comparative Performance Assessment Study of a High-Speed Gamma-Densitometer in Horizontal and Vertical Multiphase Flows • T.I. Arubi, BP; H. Yeung, Cranfield University

1700

22689

Debottlenecking of a Slug Catcher • D. Kvamsdal, Cameron Process Systems; E. Rhodes, BP

1730

22681

Fiber-Optic Installation at the Sand Face Enables Real-Time Flow Monitoring and Compaction Mitigation in Openhole Applications • D. M. Earles, C.C. Gill, C. W. Stoesz, N. D. Surveyor, SPE, Baker Hughes, Inc; J. G. Pearce, H. A. deJongh, Shell Exploration and Production

1400–1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 203 C

TECHNICAL SESSION 15:
FLOATING PRODUCTION FACILITIES

Session Chairpersons:

Rajiv Aggarwal, KBR/Granherne
Andre Leite, Statoil

New developments in the design, including fatigue analysis, of flexible risers and umbilicals for deep and ultra-deep water will be discussed.  In addition, best practices for monitoring performance and preventing damage due to fretting, aging and fatigue based on operational experience will be presented.  Applications of these techniques include Brazil and other locations.

1400

22704

The Spiral Stack Turret: An Enabling Technology for High Volume, High Pressure Field Developments with FPSO’s • P. Espinasse, J. P. Biaggi, V. Lehning, Technip, P. Ottolini, Bluewater Energy

1430

22403

Importance of Topsides in Design and Selection of Deepwater Floating Platforms • R.B. D'Souza, S. Basu, Granherne

1500

22800

Extendable Draft Semisubmersible (EDS) Development •J.Mathew, E. Huang, S. Zhang, G. Shen, J. Zhong; B. Li, FloaTEC; E. Nah,  A. Hussain, KeppelFELS

1530

1630

Coffee Break

1630

22505

The First Dry-Tree Semisubmersible Drilling and Production Platform Sold • R. Noce, I. Husem, A.M. Togersem, Moss Maritime

1700

22273

Mooring Chain Handling & Tensioning System for FPSO • D. Wudtke, Wudtke Consulting

1730

22715

Mooring System Design for a Circular Hull Shape FPSO Floater with SPAR Like Responses • J. Beck, N. Vandenworm, SSP Offshore 

1400–1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 201C

TECHNICAL SESSION 16:
DRILLING AND COMPLETION: REGULATORY AND SAFETY ADVANCEMENTS

Session Chairpersons:

Fernando Ruiz, Repsol Sinopec
Fabio Tanaka, GE Oil & Gas

New developments in the design, including fatigue analysis, of flexible risers and umbilicals for deep and ultra-deep water will be discussed.  In addition, best practices for monitoring performance and preventing damage due to fretting, aging and fatigue based on operational experience will be presented.  Applications of these techniques include Brazil and other locations.

1400

22758

Safety Enhancement to Offshore Drilling Operations • H.N. Patel, M. Pham, M. Korn, P. Waters, B. Das, ABS

1430

22586

Workover/Well Intervention and Regulatory Challenges • T.E. Solli, Det Norske Veritas

1500

22407

Post-Macondo BOP Safety Upgrades • B.F. Baugh, J. Vozniak, N. Schmidt, Radoil

1530

1630

Coffee Break

1630

22724

Tools and Techniques for the Selection and Design of Safe Deepwater Riser Systems for Mobile Offshore Drilling Units • A. Whooley, MCSKenny, J. Deegan, Riskbytes, R. Goldsmith, Goldsmith Engineering, Adriana Botto, WGIM

1700

22283

A High Resolution Regional Ocean Model for Brazilian Pre-Salt Area: First Validation Results • J.P. Schoellkopf, SPE, Advanced Subsea do Brasil

1730

22215

Environmentally-Improved Method of Drilling Top-Hole Sections Offshore Brazil Using Dual-Gradient Drilling Techniques for the First Time in Brazil • T. Scanlon, AGR Subsea

1400–1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 207

TECHNICAL SESSION 17:
TUBULAR MATERIALS PROCESSING AND FABRICATION

Session Chairpersons:

Riad Asfahani, U.S. Steel
Pete Moore, U.S. Steel
Wilson Cordeiro, Apolo Tubular

Review of Chemical, Metallurgical, Physical Properties and Stress of tubular components used in oil and gas drilling and transportation systems.

1400

22538

Development of API X70-X80 Grades Heavy-Wall Seamless Pipes With Low Temperature Toughness • D. Toma, V. Rohden, G. Kubla, Vallourec Mannesmann

1430

22711

Corrosion Performance of Aluminum Materials for Use in Deepwater Riser Systems • J. Moran, W. Zhang, J. Chrzan, L. Ding, Alcoa

1500

22760

Management of Residual Stress: An Emerging Technology for Oil Industry Tubular Products • K. D. Chelette, P. W. Moore,  Xin Long, U. S. Steel, J. Scheel, D. Hornbach,  P. Prevey, Lambda Technologies

1530

1630

Coffee Break

1630

22829

Super Duplex SAF 2507 as Alternative for Standard 316L in Hydraulic and Instrumentation Tubing on Topside • A. C. Tomaselli, A. Valente, F. C. Camargo, Sandvik

1700

22393

Challenges and Solutions in the Development of a Flexible Cryogenic Pipe for Offshore LNG Transfer • M. Bernson, J. Eide, Framo Engineering; R. Haakonsen, Kongsberg Oil & Gas, C. Frohne, Nexans GMBH

1730

22655

Improved Girth Weld Manufacturing for Fatigue-Demanding Deepwater Developments Through Laser-Pipe-End Measurement • L. Motta, P. Novelli, P. Darcis, M. Armengol, F. Tintori, Tenaris

1400–1800

Riocentro, Pav 5 - Room 210

TECHNICAL SESSION 18:
FLOW ASSURANCE II

Session Chairpersons:

Thomas Gee, Weatherford
Gloria Lucas, Baker Hughes

Flow Assurance II has an excellent array of papers which target the handling of hydrates, low temperature flows, reducing viscosity and a new method of Flow Assurance analysis. This session will be an excellent follow-up to Flow Assurance I.

1400

22443

Application of Emulsion Viscosity Reducers to Lower Produced Fluid Viscosity • S.J. Allenson, A.T. Yen, F. Lang, Nalco

1430

22660

Analysis and Comparison of Paraffinic Field Deposits to Cold Finger Deposits on a Brazilian Campos Basin Crude Oil • S.A. Garner, P. Juyal, C. Hart, Nalco; D. Podgorski, A.M. Mckenna, Florida State University; C.M. Ziglio, Petrobras; R.P. Rodgers, FSU; S.J. Allenson, Nalco; A.G. Marshall, FSU

1500

22692

Flow Assurance Aspect of Intrusive Erosion Probes • E. Gharaibah, GE Oil & Gas; J. Friedemann, N. Davidsson, GE Oil & Gas

1530

1630

Coffee Break

1630

22377

A Flow Assurance Assessment of Possible Low-Temperature Excursions Within a Flowline/Pipeline System • C. McDermott, B. Dewalt, Granherne 

1700

22485

Controlling Hydrate Slurry Transportability by Optimizing Anti-Agglomerant Usage in High Water Cut Systems • H. Moradpour, A. Chapoy, B. Tohidi, SPE, Heriot-Watt University

1730

22504

Maximizing Platform Space Utilization Through the Latest in Multiphase Metering - A North Sea Pilot •  F. Berge, M. Brandt, Roxar; D. Fredheim, Statoil

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