Surveillance

Pore Pressure

Oil and gas exploration is often associated with high risks and drilling challenges, which can lead to serious safety hazards and costly non-productive time. Geopressure related problems are the most common causes of well abandonment. Proper and professional pore pressure prediction and monitoring are critical to successful exploration programs. Our subject matter experts are ready to provide comprehensive geopressure services including, but not limited to:

  • Pre-drill pore pressure and fracture gradient (PPFG) model calibration and prediction using client, internal, and publicly available data.
  • 24/7 onsite or remote PPFG monitoring and interpretation.
  • FIT/LOT analysis, Gas logging & Interpretation, and Drilling PWD analysis.
  • Post-drill interpretation of well events and model performance.
  • After action reviews and end of well reports to carry forward relevant findings/learnings to optimize future well planning.
Illustration depicting loss prevention and influx avoidance in oil and gas drilling with pore pressure monitoring. The image shows a cross-section of a wellbore with arrows indicating fluid movement and highlighted zones for loss prevention and influx avoidance, emphasizing the importance of pore pressure management in preventing well abandonment.
Composite image illustrating riserless drilling monitoring in oil and gas exploration. Features include a geohazard monitoring screen, a technician analyzing data, flow category diagrams, and an underwater scene with an ROV inspecting drilling equipment. Emphasizes the importance of onsite/remote geohazards monitoring, early detection, and communication during drilling operations.

Riserless Drilling Monitoring

Design and mapping supporting planning of cable and pipeline routes:

  • Provide Onsite/Remote Geohazards Monitoring Services and Support.
  • Early Detection and Communication of Geohazards During Operations.
  • Extensive Experience of Over 200 Wells Monitored Worldwide.
  • Communication with Clients, Rig Personnel, and 3rd Party Vendors.
  • Deliver Customized Real-Time Update Documentation such as Daily Reports and Riserless Drilling Reports.
  • Perform Data Analysis and Interpretation of Logging/Pressure/Measurement While Drilling Data.
  • Coordinate ROV video and Sonar Data Acquisition Activities.

Wellsite Geology

Our highly skilled wellsite geologists deliver:

  • Real-time formation evaluation for accurate reservoir assessment.
  • Meticulous data acquisition & quality control for informed decisions.
  • Expert mudlogging supervision & geosteering to maximize wellbore placement.
  • Experienced professionals across diverse geological settings.
  • Reduced operational risks & improved reservoir characterization.
  • Faster, more informed wellbore decision-making.
Composite image showing wellsite geology in oil and gas exploration. Top part depicts a drilling rig on-site, emphasizing real-time formation evaluation and reservoir assessment. Bottom part shows rock samples with data analysis on a computer screen, highlighting meticulous data acquisition, quality control, mudlogging supervision, and geosteering for wellbore placement.
Collage of four photos representing proactive induced seismicity monitoring in resource development. Top left: satellite dish for real-time data acquisition. Top right: computer screen displaying seismic data analysis. Bottom left: aerial view of a field for environmental monitoring. Bottom right: sunset over a lake, emphasizing environmental sustainability and safety.

Proactive Induced Seismicity Monitoring

We can help you navigate the challenges of responsible resource development while ensuring operational safety and environmental sustainability. Berger Geosciences offers comprehensive induced seismicity monitoring services to help operators:

  • Reduced operational risks: Early detection of potential seismic events allows for proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Enhanced decision-making: Real-time data and expert interpretation empower informed operational decisions.
  • Real-time data acquisition and analysis: Our team continuously monitors seismic activity, providing real-time data analysis and event notification.
  • Expert interpretation and reporting: Our experienced geophysicists interpret seismic data and prepare comprehensive reports to inform decision-making.
  • Advanced microseismic monitoring: We offer specialized microseismic monitoring solutions for detailed wellbore characterization and hydraulic fracture evaluation.

Site investigation surveys

Our team works with the operators to provide project supervision and data quality assurance. We support may types of field acquisitions including:

  • high-resolution geophysical surveys
  • multichannel seismic surveys
  • geotechnical surveys
  • Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) surveys
  • benthic surveys

Predicted Drilling Conditions

As part of a very unique solution to well planning, we can provide a separate report from the SHA report that provides details directed more toward the drillers. Items included are:

  •  Review of nearby wells with analysis of FITs, LOTs, MWIN, ESDmin, ESDavg, ESGmax, etc.
  • Tophole Prognosis Chart expanded from the SHA report to include pore-pressure estimates for the riserless section in PAD and EMW
  • PPFG plot for riserless section with pseudo and measured pressure data
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B-geO MILESTONES

Below are some examples of our achievements 

In 2008, we developed the first shallow hazards report submitted under new government regulations and approved by the Minerals Management Service (MMS) as part of the operators exploration plan.

In 2015, a Shallow Hazards Assessment (SHA) was completed and approved by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) utilizing a seismic depth volume

Successful execution of field investigations is critically dependent of proper planning.  In 2016 we facilitated a geophysical and ROV field program for a potential subsidence study in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico.

In 2016 the riserless section of a well was successfully drilled without any affect from significant shallow hazards based on our assessment of potential drilling conditions.

We are the exclusive provider of SHA work for several clients. This is based on our diligent work effort and timeliness.