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Researchers from Chevron are looking into a new approach to understand the drivers of polymer hydration. How might this affect the design of mixing systems in the field, and could it affect offshore EOR applications?

Predicting the trajectory of a satellite, or a well, requires sophisticated analysis to reduce the huge uncertainties. That adds to the many things drillers should be thinking about, which can be overwhelming.

What does industry need to create successful ecosystems in a new digital reality? While companies identify and implement new technologies to streamline their operations, a greater focus on new cultures, skill sets, and mindsets may be necessary.

Companies such as Google, Schlumberger, Shell, and Encana are working to turn the industry’s rat’s nest of data into a goldmine of insight, analysis, and technology.

By measuring which tests best predicted the fractures observed at the Hydraulic Fracturing Test Site, Laredo Petroleum developed a method it hopes will improve fracture modeling in other places.

Strides made in data analytics over the past few years have been huge. But the complexity of data, and understanding how to use them, can delay the advantages to be gained. If the benefits and methodology of data acquisition are not better explained to engineers, might implementation suffer?

These days, it is all about digital. Click to find out what industry leaders from Encana, Google, Schlumberger, and Shell have to say about the ongoing transformation towards data-driven profitability.

Consulting, engineering, and construction services firm Atwell appointed Matt Rosser vice president to oversee the company's oil and gas operations nationally. He will be responsible for supporting the strategic growth, operational efficiencies, and client relationship development across the natural gas, crude oil, and petrochemical aspects of the company’s practice. …

Abraxas Petroleum named Kenneth W. Johnson VP of operations, replacing William H. Wallace, who has resigned from that position to pursue other career opportunities. Johnson previously served as regional operations manager and has managed various operations at Abraxas and its predecessor companies since 2000. Prior to Abraxas, he served as a consultant to various opera…

Gravity Oilfield Services hired Robert Rice as its new president and CEO. Previously, Troy Botts and Pat Bond served as co-CEOs. Bond has decided to leave the company, and Botts will remain in a senior leadership role. Rice previously served as Archrock's senior vice president and COO since December 2011 and November 2015, respectively. Before that, he held senior lea…

Cybersecurity means understanding systems, processes, and personnel capabilities and limitations, as well as thoroughly evaluating the threat landscape.

Industry analysts fear bad news for producers, as Chinese demand is expected to be a significant driver in new LNG production. China accounted for 15% of US LNG exports in 2017.