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Leading international oilfield services company, Expro, is celebrating its 40th anniversary at this year's Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston by showcasing its investment in new technology and innovation.
As part of that commitment Expro is launching the proto-type HawkEye V downhole camera, new high pressure/high temperature (HP/HT) Drill Stem Testing (DST) BigCat packer, and Expro Annulus operated Circulating and Test (ExACT) tool.
The new HawkEye V downhole camera offers market-leading imaging capability and information, to develop cost-effective remediation solutions for complex wellbore flow restrictions, obstacles and reservoir management. HawkEye V features 300 degrees Fahrenheit capability, bi-directional side view rotation/scan (snapshot) in single degree increments, with enhanced quality picturing and software.
A range of Expro's cameras, calipers and logging tools will also be on show, to assist in demonstrating Expro's global wireline intervention capabilities and its ability to offer blow out preventer and riser inspection services.
Expro will also showcase the new DST BigCat packer, which provides a high strength, single-trip retrievable alternative to seal-bore packers in HP/HT well tests. The fully annulus-operated ExACT tool - which is the most advanced tool of its kind - combines downhole shut-in and circulating functionality. Rated at 15K psi and temperatures of up to 450°F, ExACT features minimal, fast-cycling to position the ball and ports in the required position.
Expro's enhanced DST capabilities provide technology and specialist data services from reservoir to disposal, to provide an integrated well test solutions package across the exploration and appraisal (E&A) phase of the well. This includes tubing conveyed perforating, data acquisition, surface read-out through cableless telemetry, fluids sampling and analysis, compact well testing solutions and enhanced flow measurement.
In addition to new product launches, Expro features some of its most recent market-leading products, including SafeWells well integrity software and Advanced Reservoir Testing (ART) services using the Cableless Telemetry System (CaTS).
Expro's pioneering SafeWells well integrity data management solution was developed in collaboration with the industry, to allow well integrity to be monitored in real time and provide a clear overview of asset integrity. A full demonstration will be available on the stand, highlighting how this is customized to operator requirements, in alignment with company, legislation and industry best practice.
CaTS is a revolutionary development in the field of reservoir monitoring and control, which can be retrofitted into existing wells and transmits high quality pressure and temperature data to surface in real-time using the well's casing as a conduit for the signal to transfer along.
ART is a special application of CaTS that enables permanently abandoned E&A wells, zones or pilot holes to be cost effectively converted into long-term, high value monitoring assets. The CaTS data is proving of value in reducing uncertainties in reservoir connectivity and identifying any far boundaries. Using an electromagnetic signal, CaTS is not influenced by cemented pipe, cement plugs or bridge plugs meaning that the well can be permanently abandoned with no further well intervention required.
A full range of other products and services are being demonstrated at the stand, including Expro's market leading subsea landing strings, its global well testing services, the SONAR non-intrusive clamp on meter, well intervention and integrity tools, and the Expro PowerChokes brand.
Expro's Chief Executive Officer Charles Woodburn said: "Reaching 40 is a huge success and testament to the continued expertise and commitment from Expro's 5,000+ employees across the world. Looking to the next 40 years, it is important that we continue to drive forward our commitment to technology and innovation – this is highlighted through our record year of investment in R&D and new equipment.
"At OTC we will be highlighting a range of new technologies, as well as our existing market-leading products and services, which demonstrates our commitment to both customers and the wider industry. With a firm focus on safety and quality, we continue to enhance our portfolio and position as a global provider of well flow management solutions, from exploration and appraisal through to abandonment."
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Expro Celebrates 40-Year Anniversary at OTC
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Expro Celebrates 40-Year Anniversary at OTC
Leading international oilfield services company, Expro, is celebrating its 40th anniversary at this year's Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston by showcasing its investment in new technology and innovation.
As part of that commitment Expro is launching the proto-type HawkEye V downhole camera, new high pressure/high temperature (HP/HT) Drill Stem Testing (DST) BigCat packer, and Expro Annulus operated Circulating and Test (ExACT) tool.
The new HawkEye V downhole camera offers market-leading imaging capability and information, to develop cost-effective remediation solutions for complex wellbore flow restrictions, obstacles and reservoir management. HawkEye V features 300 degrees Fahrenheit capability, bi-directional side view rotation/scan (snapshot) in single degree increments, with enhanced quality picturing and software.
A range of Expro's cameras, calipers and logging tools will also be on show, to assist in demonstrating Expro's global wireline intervention capabilities and its ability to offer blow out preventer and riser inspection services.
Expro will also showcase the new DST BigCat packer, which provides a high strength, single-trip retrievable alternative to seal-bore packers in HP/HT well tests. The fully annulus-operated ExACT tool - which is the most advanced tool of its kind - combines downhole shut-in and circulating functionality. Rated at 15K psi and temperatures of up to 450°F, ExACT features minimal, fast-cycling to position the ball and ports in the required position.
Expro's enhanced DST capabilities provide technology and specialist data services from reservoir to disposal, to provide an integrated well test solutions package across the exploration and appraisal (E&A) phase of the well. This includes tubing conveyed perforating, data acquisition, surface read-out through cableless telemetry, fluids sampling and analysis, compact well testing solutions and enhanced flow measurement.
In addition to new product launches, Expro features some of its most recent market-leading products, including SafeWells well integrity software and Advanced Reservoir Testing (ART) services using the Cableless Telemetry System (CaTS).
Expro's pioneering SafeWells well integrity data management solution was developed in collaboration with the industry, to allow well integrity to be monitored in real time and provide a clear overview of asset integrity. A full demonstration will be available on the stand, highlighting how this is customized to operator requirements, in alignment with company, legislation and industry best practice.
CaTS is a revolutionary development in the field of reservoir monitoring and control, which can be retrofitted into existing wells and transmits high quality pressure and temperature data to surface in real-time using the well's casing as a conduit for the signal to transfer along.
ART is a special application of CaTS that enables permanently abandoned E&A wells, zones or pilot holes to be cost effectively converted into long-term, high value monitoring assets. The CaTS data is proving of value in reducing uncertainties in reservoir connectivity and identifying any far boundaries. Using an electromagnetic signal, CaTS is not influenced by cemented pipe, cement plugs or bridge plugs meaning that the well can be permanently abandoned with no further well intervention required.
A full range of other products and services are being demonstrated at the stand, including Expro's market leading subsea landing strings, its global well testing services, the SONAR non-intrusive clamp on meter, well intervention and integrity tools, and the Expro PowerChokes brand.
Expro's Chief Executive Officer Charles Woodburn said: "Reaching 40 is a huge success and testament to the continued expertise and commitment from Expro's 5,000+ employees across the world. Looking to the next 40 years, it is important that we continue to drive forward our commitment to technology and innovation – this is highlighted through our record year of investment in R&D and new equipment.
"At OTC we will be highlighting a range of new technologies, as well as our existing market-leading products and services, which demonstrates our commitment to both customers and the wider industry. With a firm focus on safety and quality, we continue to enhance our portfolio and position as a global provider of well flow management solutions, from exploration and appraisal through to abandonment."
Thursday, June 6, 2013
Expro Opens Aberdeen Office
The Rt. Hon. Dr. Vince Cable MP, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills has officially opened international oilfield services company, Expro's new well intervention facility in Aberdeen.
The Carnegie and Young facilities, located in Dyce, Aberdeen, will enhance the company's growing well intervention business, housing a team of approximately 200 employees. Combined with the forthcoming renovation of the Bruce building, which will house the subsea qualification facilities, this represents nearly $7.6 million (GBP 5 million) investment over the next 12 months.
Expro's offices in Aberdeen house a number of products/business, including; well intervention, well integrity, well testing and well services; subsea safety systems; drill stem testing and tubing conveyed perforating. To meet increasing business demand, the company has employed more than 150 new employees in the UK over the past year, bringing the total headcount to over 1100 people locally. Expro continues to support employees through a range of specialized development programs, aimed at technician, graduate, ex-armed forces and management.
The investment in people and infrastructure builds on Expro's announcement today, that the company is also investing $20 million (GBP 13 million) in new build well testing equipment, bolstering its fleet within Europe / CIS Region to support business and market growth across the region.
As part of the investment, driven by prolific discoveries in 2011/12 and the forecast increase in rig activity over the next three to five years, Expro will be adding to its existing fleet in UK and Norway to meet the demand from its customers.
Keith Palmer, Expro's Europe CIS region director, said: "As we celebrate our 40th anniversary this year, we continue to see a strong period of growth in the region. The considerable investment in Expro's facilities, equipment and people will enable us to enhance our services and meet the demands for our global client base.
"Norway and the UK's oil and gas sectors are heading in to a challenging but exciting period of expansion. As a leading service provider in this sector, we are delighted to continue in our commitment to provide optimal, innovative long-term solutions to enhance our well intervention, well testing, subsea and associated activities."
Business Secretary Vince Cable said: "We want to work with companies like Expro to maintain investment and production in the North Sea for many decades to come. That's why I'm pleased to open this new facility at Expro on the same day as we launch our oil and gas industrial strategy.
"Today's strategy will help us increase stability, encourage growth and create more jobs and apprentices in a very important UK industry."
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Expro Bags Subsea Services Gig in China
Expro has been awarded a $4.5 million (GBP 2.9 million) one year contract for the supply of 7 3/8" completion landing string services in China. This contract will enable Expro to capitalise on an emerging and highly lucrative deepwater market, which is set for major growth over the next five years.
Work will commence this month and as part of the contract, Expro will supply a 7 3/8" 10k direct hydraulic (DH) completion landing string system and a set of topside and DH controls. This will be the latest DH operation in China following previous successful campaigns on other horizontal tree developments.
Subsea Sales Director Graham Cheyne said, "The South China Sea deepwater market is crucial for our growth strategy going forward and the contract win further enhances our presence in China. The opening of our new base in the Shekou industrial zone positions us perfectly to provide our customers in China with high quality service offshore and onshore.
"Our investment in technology innovation and infrastructure in China, coupled with the dedication to ongoing training and personal development, means we are well positioned to provide bespoke engineering solutions to our China customer base."
Generated by readers, the comments included herein do not reflect the views and opinions of Rigzone. All comments are subject to editorial review. Off-topic, inappropriate or insulting comments will be removed.Expro Bags Subsea Services Gig in China
Expro has been awarded a $4.5 million (GBP 2.9 million) one year contract for the supply of 7 3/8" completion landing string services in China. This contract will enable Expro to capitalise on an emerging and highly lucrative deepwater market, which is set for major growth over the next five years.
Work will commence this month and as part of the contract, Expro will supply a 7 3/8" 10k direct hydraulic (DH) completion landing string system and a set of topside and DH controls. This will be the latest DH operation in China following previous successful campaigns on other horizontal tree developments.
Subsea Sales Director Graham Cheyne said, "The South China Sea deepwater market is crucial for our growth strategy going forward and the contract win further enhances our presence in China. The opening of our new base in the Shekou industrial zone positions us perfectly to provide our customers in China with high quality service offshore and onshore.
"Our investment in technology innovation and infrastructure in China, coupled with the dedication to ongoing training and personal development, means we are well positioned to provide bespoke engineering solutions to our China customer base."
Generated by readers, the comments included herein do not reflect the views and opinions of Rigzone. All comments are subject to editorial review. Off-topic, inappropriate or insulting comments will be removed.