WOC Projects – Challenging Production Conditions

The WOC Projects are focused on addressing and overcoming complex production challenges in fields where operational conditions hinder optimal performance. These challenges may include high water cut, sand production, fluctuating reservoir pressure, or equipment limitations. By applying advanced diagnostics, real-time monitoring, and engineering analysis, the WOC team works to identify the root causes of production issues and implement effective solutions that stabilize and enhance output.

Targeted Solutions for Harsh Operating Environments

In response to these demanding conditions, WOC Projects employ a tailored approach for each affected well or field. This includes re-evaluating well designs, optimizing artificial lift systems, and adjusting production strategies to adapt to changing reservoir behavior. The goal is to maximize hydrocarbon recovery while maintaining operational safety and efficiency. Through continuous assessment and innovative problem-solving, the WOC Projects ensure that even under the most challenging conditions, production potential is realized and sustained.

Case 1: High WC% Wells - North Waha Station

Field Overview

  • Field: WAHA WAHA
  • Station: North Waha
  • WC% Range: 70-90%

Technical Challenges

  • High water cut ratio in 5J-AREA wells
  • Maintaining production efficiency with elevated water content

MPFM Solutions

  • Continuous real-time performance monitoring
  • High-accuracy water cut measurement validation
WC% Distribution Flow Rates Analysis

Case 2: Sluggy Wells - South Waha Station

Field Data

  • Field: WAHA WAHA
  • Station: South-Waha
  • Liquid Rate Fluctuation: ±35%

Operational Challenges

  • Rapid liquid rate variations (77-235 BPD)
  • Extended stabilization periods (4-6 hours)

Optimization Strategy

  • Real-time slug flow pattern analysis
  • Pump redesign recommendations
Slug Flow Pattern

Case 3: High GOR Wells - Faregh Phase I

Field Parameters

  • Field: Faregh
  • Station: Phase I
  • GOR Range: 4,000-13,000 SCF/BBL

Technical Challenges

  • Extreme gas-oil ratio variations
  • Flow regime instability

MPFM Solutions

  • High-frequency GOR measurements
  • Real-time flow regime characterization
GOR Fluctuation Phase I Flow Rates

Case 4: Gas Condensate Wells - Faregh Phase II

Field Overview

  • Field: Faregh
  • Station: Phase II
  • Fluid Type: Gas + Condensate

Technical Challenges

  • Accurate condensate/gas ratio measurement
  • Flow assurance monitoring

MPFM Solutions

  • Three-phase flow measurement
  • Condensate yield validation
Condensate Measurement
Parameter Value
Average Liquid Q 681.91 Stb/d
Gas Volume Fraction 98.77%
Condensate-Gas Ratio 39.63 MM/Mscf

Case 5: ESP Frequency Optimization

Field Parameters

  • Field: WAHA WAHA
  • Station: South Defa
  • Well: X1

Optimization Results

Case 5: ESP Frequency Optimization - South Defa

Field Parameters

  • Field: WAHA WAHA
  • Station: South Defa
  • Well: X1

Frequency Test Results

Parameter Test 1 Test 2
Frequency (Hz) 54 52
Liquid Flow (Sbbl/d) 3274 3625
Test Liquid Flow (Sbbl/d) Frequency (Hz) WHP (Psi)
Initial 3274 54 300
Optimized 3625 (+10.7%) 52 265
Frequency vs Production WHP Impact Analysis

Case 6: ESP & Choke Optimization - South Defa

Multi-Parameter Optimization

Well Liquid Flow Frequency WHP Choke
X2 (Initial) 1970 52 210 48/64"
X2 (Optimized) 2082 (+5.7%) 54 162 58/64"
Choke Size Impact Parameter Correlation

Case 7: Re-Designed Wells Evaluation

24-Hour Monitoring Results

Time Sample WC% MPFM WC%
19:00 79.25 78.40
20:00 80.70 82.96
21:00 65.36 66.55
Pre/Post Redesign 24-Hour Performance

Case 8: WC Verification - Gialo-59

Fluctuation Analysis

  • Liquid Rate Range: 77-235 BPD
  • WC% Fluctuation: 59-84%

Validation Results

Measurement MPFM Lab
WC Accuracy 98.5% Match
Measurement Range 0-100% 0-100%
WC Fluctuation Pattern