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End-to-End Approach Enhances Value of Mature and Marginal Fields

This paper introduces a system that leverages sophisticated algorithms and user-friendly interfaces to tackle the challenge of developing complex, compartmentalized reservoirs effectively.

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January 1, 2026
Journal of Petroleum Technology
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Fig. 1—Illustration of the WHP-optimization process. Only valid, shallow-anomaly-free gridded WHP candidates are considered for pairing with subsurface targets. The illustration compares two scenarios, using two or three WHPs as targets. The selection of WHPs in each combination varies so that the suggested WHP bundle yields the highest degree of target reachability.
Fig. 1—Illustration of the WHP-optimization process. Only valid, shallow-anomaly-free gridded WHP candidates are considered for pairing with subsurface targets. The illustration compares two scenarios, using two or three WHPs as targets. The selection of WHPs in each combination varies so that the suggested WHP bundle yields the highest degree of target reachability.
Source: SPE 222165.

Enhancing hydrocarbon recovery from compartmentalized reservoirs in the Gulf of Thailand (GOT) requires many production wells. Regional operators have enhanced their operational expertise by adopting a statistical drilling approach. This strategy involves multistack targeting and commingled production plans, aiming to increase hydrocarbon encounters by drilling near faults and within statistically inferred intervals indicating new sands. The complete paper focuses on enhancing the operator’s in-house workflow into a complete end-to-end solution.

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