Halliburton: Introduces SmartFleet™ – The First Intelligent Automated Fracturing System
SmartFleet™ Intelligent Fracturing System Delivers Real-Time Control While Pumping Halliburton today introduced SmartFleet™, the first intelligent automated fracturing system. SmartFleet, unlike any current fracturing fleet, gives operators real-time fracture control while pumping by integrating subsurface fracture measurements, live 3D visualization, and real-time fracture commands. The SmartFleet system connects to the …
CGG GeoSoftware Continues Innovation with New Reservoir Characterization Technology
CGG GeoSoftware has released new versions of its Cloud-ready reservoir characterization and petrophysical interpretation software with innovative enhancements that boost performance and improve usability. Jason Workbench 10.2 offers enhanced display options, upgraded QCs and monitoring, and more user-friendly interfaces. The Python machine learning ecosystem contains additional basic and advanced sample …
TMK Improves Its Information and Cyber Security Systems
TMK has implemented a system for collecting, storing and analyzing security events. The system is powered by a MaxPatrol SIEM software solution from Positive Technologies, a global provider of innovative security solutions and a leader in responding to advanced cyber threats. TMK’s partner for the project was Jet Infosystems, a …
Halliburton: Introduces Crush & Shear™ Hybrid Drill Bit
Technology increases drilling efficiency and maximizes bit stability by optimizing cutter placement Halliburton Company today introduced Crush & Shear™ Hybrid Drill Bit, a new technology that combines the efficiency of traditional polycrystalline diamond compact (PDC) cutters with the torque-reducing capabilities of rolling elements to increase drilling efficiency and maximize bit …
InflowControl Announces New Region Manager in Russia
InflowControl announces that Vitaly Shkred has been appointed Sr. Regional Manger – Business Development, for RUS/CIS. Vitaly Shkred joins InflowControl as Sr. Regional Manager – Business Development, responsible for Russia and CIS. Vitaly is sand control completions expert with more than 14 years of experience across various roles with Baker …
CGG’s Smart Data Solutions Business Wins Data Management Contracts
CGG Geoscience has announced that its Smart Data Solutions (SDS) business group has recently been awarded data management contracts representing a total backlog of about $10 million. Given the current industry context, these awards reflect the continued high priority that clients have on digitalizing and thus enhancing the value of …
DNV GL & Bluewater Pilot Test the Value of Hybrid Digital Twin Technology to Enhance FPSO Safety and Operational Costs by Optimizing Inspections
DNV GL and FPSO specialist Bluewater are undertaking a pilot project to use hybrid digital twin technology to predict and analyze fatigue in the hull of an FPSO in the North Sea. The project aims to validate and quantify the benefits of creating a virtual replica of the FPSO to …
Halliburton Landmark: Introduces Digital Well Operations Solution, a DecisionSpace® 365 Cloud Solution
First technology to connect wellsite services and the drilling rig to increase efficiency and safety during well construction operations Halliburton Company today introduced Digital Well Operations, a DecisionSpace® 365 cloud solution. Digital Well Operations is the industry’s first open and integrated well operations software that seamlessly connects the entire value …
Caterpillar Signs Agreement to Acquire Weir Oil & Gas
Caterpillar Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire the Oil & Gas Division (“Weir Oil & Gas”) of the Weir Group PLC, a Scotland-based global engineering business. Headquartered near Fort Worth, Texas, Weir Oil & Gas produces a full line of pumps, flow iron, consumable parts, wellhead and pressure control …
On-the-Rig Simulator Training Helps Wellesley Reduce Exploration Risks
Drilling the well on a simulator before its drilling project in the Norwegian North Sea has proved so successful for oil and gas exploration company, Wellesley Petroleum, it is now looking to roll out the initiative across other well projects. Wellesley commissioned a mobile ‘On-the-Rig’ (OTR) drilling simulator, which is …