SPE News
The SPE Asset Management Technical Section (AMTS) is teaming up with the University of Houston to launch a pilot program that advances asset management practices and supports the growth of energy professionals worldwide—setting a model for future collaborations between universities and SPE technical sections.
The SPE Management Technical Section has been officially renamed the Asset Management Technical Section. The new name better reflects the section’s focus on asset management as a core discipline in the upstream oil and gas industry.
The Human Resource Development Corporation and Society of Petroleum Engineers Asia Pacific signed a memorandum of understanding to support the development of a future-ready energy workforce and strengthen Malaysia’s position as a regional hub for technical expertise and innovation.
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The SPE Distinguished Lecturer (DL) Program is a prestigious opportunity to share your insights on global trends, challenges, and innovations with SPE sections worldwide. The nomination window for the 2026–2027 DL season is now open through 15 March 2025. -
The SPE IOR-EOR Terminology Review Committee has released its recommendations for the use of IOR, EOR, and newly introduced term, assisted oil recovery (AOR).
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This case study uses distributed temperature sensing (DTS) technology to monitor a cemented and plugged well in the Alaska North Slope, highlighting the versatile potential of DTS in long-term monitoring and establishing a workflow that makes the most of that potential.
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Subject-matter experts from industry and academia advanced distributed fiber-optic sensing technologies and their implementation in flow measurement during a special session.
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Eighteen Timorese students spent a week in Perth exploring and forging connections within the Australian oil and gas industry.
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We reflect on the legacy and commitment made by a key member of the JPT team who is stepping down from his role of more than a decade and into retirement.
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Olivier Houzé discusses his views on SPE finances, including a historical perspective, the effects of downturns and the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing recovery, and future plans.
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Our editorial team dove into the excitement of the Big Easy, capturing the buzz of this year’s conference with expert interviews and attending sessions to learn about the latest technical trends and insights to be featured in JPT’s exclusive content.
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During my recent visit to Ukraine, I saw firsthand the resilience and strength of the country and its people. Despite the ongoing war, the energy sector and academic institutions continue to thrive, demonstrating unwavering dedication to progress and innovation.
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This paper presents a comprehensive literature review and critical examination of the published modeling and experimental studies regarding the recovery mechanisms of cyclic gas injection and the conditions under which the process can enhance oil recovery with the aim to identify lessons learned and areas in need of further study.
