Introduction The Pre-salt arena, discovered only a decade ago, contributes an increasing share of Brazil’s daily oil production. In the graphic below, you can see that there is a steady ramp up in Pre-salt production since 2009. You can also see a slow, but steady decline in other sources. Source With the scandals and political […]
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HDPE Pipe Q&A
Q&A format guide On this page, we’ll cover all of the basic questions that get asked about HDPE pipe. Much of what you might find on the topic is either heavy reading, (getting really scientifically in-depth), or shows simple price lists and size charts. Here, we set out a list of questions and answers that […]
A Message From Dave
So, confidence is returning, and it’s very likely that the downturn is over. No one can predict the future… (Well, plenty can predict, but the accuracy ratio is similar to a coin toss) … It’s certainly the case that investment levels have been at historic lows, and global oil demand continues to rise. The reasons […]
Radial Jet Drilling
What is Radial Jet Drilling (RJD)? It’s an enhanced oil recovery (EOR) method that can be used on existing wells to stimulate further extraction. It involves sending an ultra-high-pressure cutting spray into the wellbore to cut through the formation. The technique has been around for over 20 years and is often presented as a greener alternative to […]
Pressure Pumping: Which are the Biggest Fracking Companies?
Spelling aside, the fracking boom has had a huge impact on the oil and gas industry these past few years. Now, we’re starting to see news releases to indicate that the techniques and technology is spreading globally, from China, to Saudi Arabia, to Colombia. This article highlights some of the biggest pressure pumping companies working […]
Finding an Entry-Level Oil field Job
Finding an entry-level oil field job has been hard During the recent crash, finding an entry-level oil field job has been more difficult than during usual times. This has certainly been the case for new industry entrants but has also affected people at all stages of their career. Many people with decades of experience have […]
Shallow, mid to ultra deepwater definitions
When we think of shallow, mid, deep or ultra-deepwater, are we thinking of the same numbers? This article is part of our knowledge base where over time, we intend to cover every aspect of the upstream section of the industry. We’re all roughly aware of the differences between shallow and midwater, then deepwater and more […]
