Benefits of downhole real-time, flow-off annular pressure data: case study of an HP well with MPD in the Niger Delta ///

Raymond Lamborn, Baker Hughes, a GE company and Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria

This presentation describes a case study of an HP well drilled onshore in the Niger Delta using MPD. The information will showcase the benefits of a new real-time flow-off annular PWD service combined with high-resolution mud-pulse telemetry. The presentation will also itemize the main safety and technical factors to be considered before embarking on drilling a HP well in the region.