Abstract:Maturation of hydrocarbon reserves often occurs conjointly with an increase in flow assurance challenges. Deposition of paraffin and/or asphaltene is at the forefront of these challenges. Well maturity, declining reservoir pressure, coupled with hydrocarbon deposition, negatively impact the economic potential of a given reserve. Trinidad's Block Two Region is inundated with hundreds of mature paraffinic wells. To maintain cost effectiveness; proactive initiatives must be implemented with minimal operational ex… Show more
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