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Coming in December issue...
What
Industry Expects In 2007
We present our popular
annual round-up of industry leaders' views on political, economic and
technical issues facing the industry in the coming year. It includes commentary from,
Christopher T. Steaver, President, Hydril Company LP, and National Ocean
Industries Association (NOIA); Robert Warren, V.P., Investor Relations, Pride
International; Jack B. Moore, President, Cameron, Cooper Cameron, and
Petroleum Equipment Suppliers Association (PESA); Terje Overvik, Exec. V.P.,
Statoil; Doug Nester, COO, F-W Oil Exploration L.L.C.; Alexander G. Kemp,
University of Aberdeen; D. Nathan Meehan, President, CMG Petroleum
Consulting; Donnie Harris, CEO, Garb, Grubbs, Harris & Associates, Inc.;
Dale W. Steffes, Founder, Planning & Forecasting Consultants; and Michael
Weill, President, Operations and Technology, BHP Billiton Petroleum.
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Protecting
The Environment
Seismic acquisition vs.
marine mammals: What's the status of whale-harassment mitigation efforts, and the
science of passive acoustic monitoring (PAM)? Marine mammal protection regulation
continues to evolve in every offshore basin around the world. Now in its fourth year,
this report will keep leaseholders and other stakeholders informed of what, for some,
is the holy grail of marine mammal protection listening for their squeaks and
chirps. For others, this is just a fishing expedition trying to mitigate a problem
that does not exist. Hardware and software to accomplish the listening and
identification will be discussed by experts from the geophysical association, IAGC.
What are the criteria to
consider in selecting a watercut monitor? Several technologies are used to measure
watercut an essential measurement in both upstream and downstream oil
production. To achieve the greatest value and performance, device users should be
conscious of their application parameters before selecting the right technology. The
author, from AMETEK-Drexelbrook, compares the capabilities of watercut technologies,
including their costs, maintenance needs and advantages/disadvantages.
Pitless drilling for
environmental excellence. Handling drilling waste (cutting, fluids) economically
and in an environmentally benign manner has not been trouble-free. This case study by
authors from M-I Swaco and operator Cimarex review the state-of-the-art of performance
of pitless drilling in this case study. |
What's
New In Rigs And Rig-Floor Equipment
Based on the success of last
year's inbound supplement, we again present World Oil's guide to rig and rig
floor technology. Expect a similar format of rig tables, new rig designs and
rig floor equipment.
Newbuild report. It
wasn't supposed to be possible, but the materials and suppliers to build new rigs to
keep the boom going are being found. As part of this year's rig and rig-floor report,
we will feature a roundup of what operators can expect in rig supply. |
Produced
Water Report
About ten barrels of water
are produced for each barrel of oil. It's a number that increases every year as the
worldwide oilpatch matures. In, Understanding produced water, authors from the
Produced Water Society describe issues that operators will find helpful.
Emphasis is placed on common misunderstandings and problems, with appropriate
solutions. |
Petroleum
Technology Digest
This popular feature is
published in association with the Petroleum Technology Transfer Council. This case
study from the viewpoint of both operator and service provider describes how
production technology is lowering costs while optimizing production in mature fields. |
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The December 2006 issue closes for advertising
on November 1, 2006. |
For
information contact: |
Alie
Pruner, Publisher
Ron Higgins, Vice
President of Sales |
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