Innovative Technology and Advanced Engineering Prove Concept for Future Field Development of an Ultra-HPHT Unconventional Gas Reservoir

Abstract

The well X in the reservoir Y of the Z basin comprises several low permeability siltstone reservoirs which require propped fracture stimulation to produce at economically attractive rates. This region is known for an abnormally high geothermal gradient, resulting in bottom-hole static temperatures over 210degC / 410degF. This paper will describe the state-of-the-art technologies and techniques required to successfully complete the well and optimize well and completion design for future field development. …