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A Question of Protection
For years, the industry has placed FPSOs in the same category as ships. However, this can create problems when deciding the type and quality of anti-corrosion treatments used, Mike Surkein, ExxonMobil Development Company, tells World Expro. view pdf
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There's Something About Kristin
Located almost 5,000m below the seabed with a reservoir temperature of 170°C and pressure of 910 bar, the Kristin oilfield operates in one of the most demanding environments. World Expro looks at how StatoilHydro has coped with operating a deepwater field in such extreme conditions.
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Branching Out
Stranded gas fields in remote areas are being considered for future development, but they require large capital expenditure and reliable sources of power. Tieneke Postma (left) and Rama Gunturi (right), Shell, assess the viability of the mini utility floater operating in these challenging areas.
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Capture the Essence
While the verdict is in on the contribution of carbon dioxide to climate change, the jury is still out on the capture and storage of the gas. Jan van de Eijk, Shell, tells Jim Banks why industry collaboration is crucial if major environmental challenges are to be overcome. view pdf |
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Money for Old Gas
The commercial opportunities for developing and perfecting carbon gas capture and sequestration are considerable, Jean-Michel Gires of Total tells Jim Banks. But there are also benefits for the environment. view pdf |
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Safety Factor
Safety has become a hot topic as the oil and gas industry addresses new challenges. Faced with a potentially crippling shortfall in qualified safety experts, energy companies must realise that a longterm strategy is required, Magne Ognedal, Petroleum Safety Authority Norway, tells Jim Banks. view pdf |
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Appetite for Positioning
Every year new uses are being found for dynamic positioning, which opens up a range of career opportunities. Ian Giddings, International Marine
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Sustainable Output
Data-driven modelling techniques have the potential to significantly accelerate surveillance and optimisation in oil and gas production operations. Ron Cramer, Charlie E Moncur, Keat Choon Goh and Jan Briers report on the performance of Shell’s FW PU software, which offers a long-term and cost-effective approach to field management.
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Outlook for Change
The oil world continues to undergo radical changes, of which the historic oil price highs are but one symptom. Dr Fatih Birol, chief economist of the International Energy Agency, describes to World Expro the emergence of a ‘new world energy order’, which poses challenges. view pdf |
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A Strong Connection
The value of satellite communications to the oil and gas industry is huge. But service providers and customers must work together to provide solutions
that offer quality, versatility and value, Martin Jarrold, GVF, tells Jim Banks. view pdf |
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Go with the Flow
Future large gas condensate discoveries are expected to be located far from processing facilities. Gunnar Flaten, StatoilHydro, describe a new multiphase flow design that will transport liquid as efficiently as possible. view pdf |
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Set Strategy
The energy industry is facing a serious shortage of candidates with SET skills. Sarah Beacock of the Energy Institute has been working towards developing a recruitment and retention strategy to
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Search for a Star
Supermajors risk seeing their ability to attract talented staff and complete projects diminish, allowing NOCs and independents to gain market share. Bill Murray, chief executive, Offshore
Contractors Association, has some advice on how to remain on top of recruitment and skills issues and ensure that projects are completed. |
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Best in Class
Competition is increasing for recruiting the best employees within the energy industry. To help secure its future growth, Chevron has launched a multidimensional partnership programme with universities throughout the world, says Eve Sprunt, manager of Chevron’s University Partnership Program and Recruitment. |
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A Meeting of Minds
The energy industry prioritises innovation in the search for valuable resources, with technology, efficiency and ROI the main challenges. However, common development goals must be set early
to give new technology a chance, Frederic Febvre, Total E&P UK, tells Jim Banks. view pdf |
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Ice Breaker
For almost 20 years, StatoilHydro has facilitated oil and gas exports from ice-infested areas. Staff engineer manager Ola Ravndal outlines the challenges faced and the technical developments being made. view pdf |
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