Well Planning and Design

Well planning is the comprehensive process of designing and technically planning an oil or gas well performed by Ionos DS prior to drilling. It consists of developing an optimized strategy to drill the well safely, efficiently, and profitably, taking into account geological, technical, environmental, and economic aspects.

The Main Stages of The Well Planning Service Include:

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• Geological and Reservoir Analysis: Subsurface characteristics, such as geological structure and reservoir properties, are studied to define the optimal well location and trajectory.

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• Well Design: The well trajectory (vertical, directional, or horizontal) is established, considering the location of target formations and wellbore stability.

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• Tool and Equipment Selection: The drilling technologies and tools (such as MWD, LWD, downhole motors, and downhole tools) necessary to meet the project requirements are chosen.

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• Risk Assessment: Potential operational and environmental risks, such as lost circulation, collapses or spills, are identified and mitigated through simulations and preventive analysis.

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• Budget and Schedule: Estimated costs and time required to complete the drilling and operation of the well are defined.

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