Gazprom Neft and Innopolis University to Create a Digital Platform for Subsurface Research
Gazprom Neft, Innopolis University, and Nedra Digital will develop a digital system for geomechanical modeling of oil and gas fields. The innovative platform based on artificial intelligence will assist in subsurface research and the selection of optimal tools for field development.
Geomechanical modeling is one of the key stages in preparing large-scale production projects. Based on seismic, electrical, gravimetric, and other types of geological exploration data, complex virtual reservoir models are created. These reflect subsurface properties and help forecast changes in those properties during production.
The partners will develop a suite of digital tools for creating high-precision geological models of deposits. The software, powered by artificial intelligence technologies, will enable prompt evaluation of reserves, productivity, and other reservoir characteristics. The digital solution will aid in studying complex fields and choosing the most effective methods for their development.
Gazprom Neft, Innopolis University, and engineering firm Nedra Digital will combine their expertise in laboratory research, exploration of current and prospective oil-producing regions, and interpretation of seismic data using artificial intelligence technologies.
“Geomechanical modeling is a key element of modern geological exploration. Together with our partners, we will create a digital system that, at the planning stage of oil and gas projects, can predict dozens of potential complications and identify optimal development solutions. This will ensure not only high precision and efficiency in our decision-making but also safety in production operations,” said Aleksei Vashkevich, Deputy Head of the Technological Development Department for Exploration and Production at Gazprom Neft.
“This joint effort will strengthen and expand Russian expertise in geomechanical modeling and the digitalization of the oil and gas sector. Such collaboration will improve the safety and economic efficiency of field development, reduce operational risks, and accelerate the implementation of digital solutions in industrial practice,” said Iskander Bariev, Director of Innopolis University.
“As part of this tripartite cooperation, we will identify the required functionality for the software. Our experts will conduct both a technical analysis and a market potential assessment of the developed software for its subsequent integration into the oil and gas sector,” said Fedor Burkov, CEO of Nedra Digital.
