This paper describes the mobilization of a snubbing unit and blowout preventer (BOP) stack in the Middle East that enabled a well with an underground blowout and surface broaching to be brought under control within a short time. The mobilization timeline is provided, along with details about how the snubbing unit and BOPs were integrated with existing equipment to enable re-entry into the blowout well. The procedures and equipment used to enable a stable rig-up and well entry are discussed. The paper also describes the situation within the well and the procedures used to bring it under control.
Introduction and Background
A well drilled and completed in 1991 was last worked over and recompleted as a single-zone producer in 2010. On 25 March 2018, the perforated zone was isolated riglessly with a through-tubing bridge plug (TTBP) and dumped cement, and new perforations were added between 3,994 and 4,010 ft.
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