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Post Well Analysis (PWA)
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USA Gulf of MexicoExploration successes occur when all the following prerequisites are fulfilled:
� Presence of effective RESERVOIR
� Presence of effective SEAL (top, fault and lateral seals)
� Presence of TRAP prior to hydrocarbon charge (structural and/or stratigraphic)
� Hydrocarbon CHARGE (generation/migration)
� Hydrocarbon RETENTION after formation of trap
By analyzing the reasons for success and failure we can learn more about the hydrocarbon system in which the well was drilled, and improve the chances of success in the future. TGS has reviewed historical well/drilling activity in the GOM to identify an estimated 120 “key exploratory, discovery and stratigraphic wells”. These wells will be used to create the baseline PWA that will be updated annually with 20-40 new exploratory data points.
The extent of this study and annual updates is to cover wells from onshore to the deep water and provide analysis of the petroleum systems relationships. Additional investigations in Field areas provide both producing wells and offsetting lead wells to incorporate relevant validation of the analysis. Focus of the PWA is towards emerging lower Miocene and Mesozoic reservoirs while providing a comprehensive data base of different play types within the region. All prospective levels in each well are investigated irrespective of the primary target of the well.
Well and Seismic DataThe following data sources provide input to the analysis:
� TGS LAS+ composite logs, well reports, etc. � TGS and BOEM paleo analysis to provide litho-/chronostratigraphy � TGS petrophysical database (CPI) � General Production data from TGS Longbow well performance application � Geochemical and well pressure data � Hazard identification from well reports as available � Support Data from public domain sources
For the evaluation of geometric properties and certain reservoir consideration of traps and for modelling of drainage areas and play types, we will utilize TGS expansive regular regional grid of 2D data and support with modern day 3D as available. Where accessible, TGS interpretations will be provided in context to publicly available references.
DeliverablesThe Gulf of Mexico Post Well Analysis (GOM PWA) is a new GIS-based exploration/field analogue aid. It is designed to analyze and explore the full range of factors influencing the presence/quality of trap, reservoir, seal and hydrocarbon charge (including retention) for all prospective levels in tested features.
Data captured and presented within the product includes both seismic and well analysis of the following:
1. General well / seismic information
2. Reservoirs � Lithological, stratigraphic and facies features � Petrophysical parameters (N/G, av. poroperm, sand counts, sand volume,
resistivity – porosity cross plot)
3. Traps � Type (eg pre salt, post salt, salt flank), closure, faults and effectiveness � Timing of emplacement, modification, exhumation, DHI
4. Seals � Top seal; lithological, stratigraphic and facies features
� Bottom seal, critical seal, waste and thief zones
5. Hydrocarbons � Type and features of HC columns and/or shows
� Retention
6. Charges � Lithological, stratigraphic and facies features � Quality of source in well including average TOC and HI, max maturity, max
and present day temp, age of expulsion � Quality of source in the kitchen � Migration
Data ViewerThe database is delivered as an ESRI ArcGIS Geodatabase, in *Access® or binary format, containing all spatial data and spatial analysis using data types supported by ArcGIS software.
The database also includes images of the following: � A pie chart scheme that summarizes the results of each well (PDF) � Lithostratigraphy and wireline data for each well (JPG) � At least one image of a representative seismic line for each well (PDF) � At least one grid map for a representative horizon for each well (PDF)
Benefits Include � Time saving - by having the complete well parameter interpretation in a
single location. � Access to collated learning from well failures and successes to facilitate
new analytical approaches (within the GIS-environment) to reduce the risk of drilling dry holes in the future.
� Key Analogues database and information � Improved understanding of seismic expression and potential pitfalls (risk
reduction tool)
For more information, contact TGS at:
USTel: +1 713 860 2100 Email: [email protected]
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