A new technique called drilling to the limit (DTL) to be tested on an Upper Zakum well this month will provide a breakthrough performance, reduce cost and maximise the value of wells, according to a report in the latest bulletin of the Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Co (Adma-Opco).
"It will open a new chapter in the time-honoured drilling history of Adma-Opco," the report added.
DTL's pilot by rig Junana is considered vital for the drilling division and to Adma-Opco as a whole, drilling manager Ibrahim Al Suwaidi said. "It is expected to play an important part in boosting drilling performance."
The drilling division recently organised a workshop. The group deliberations resulted in drawing up a work programme which will be conducted on the well. If the new technique proves successful, drilling time will be reduced by 44 per cent.
New drilling technique to be tested on Upper Zakum well
A new technique called drilling to the limit (DTL) to be tested on an Upper Zakum well this month will provide a breakthrough performance, reduce cost and maximise the value of wells, according to a report in the latest bulletin of the Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Co (Adma-Opco).
