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TUESDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER, 2025

FOCUS > COST OPTIMISATION & PRODUCTION THROUGHPUT | AUTOMATION & DIGITALISATION | SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY | CORROSION, SCALE, H2S & PARAFFIN MITIGATION & MANAGEMENT | PRODUCED WATER MANAGEMENT | DECARBONATION & CARBON CAPTURE

8:00am Registration & Networking 

8:50am Chairperson Introduction and Opening Remarks

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

9:00am - 9:45am Achieving Environmental Sustainability: Operator Strategies and Challenges

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  • Motivations for Sustainability Targets: A look at operators’ motivations for meeting regulatory requirements, and enhancing long-term sustainable practices

  • Key Challenges in Implementation: Outlining the technological hurdles, regulatory complexities, and market pressures when integrating sustainable solutions into traditional operations 

  • Chemical Perspective on Energy Transition: Adopting cleaner technologies, managing supply chain risks, and innovating with sustainable chemicals to reduce environmental impact

H2S MANAGEMENT

9:45am - 10:10am Harnessing Data Digitalisation for Enhanced Hâ‚‚S Management in Oilfields

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  • Integrated Asset Modelling: Employing IAM to simulate Hâ‚‚S behaviour from reservoirs to surface facilities, aiding in proactive management strategies ​

  • Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning: Utilising predictive models to forecast Hâ‚‚S production risks and operational upsets, enhancing decision-making and safety protocols.​

  • Real-Time Monitoring and Control: Implementing real-time data monitoring systems, such as pH sensors and automated neutralisation, to effectively manage Hâ‚‚S levels during production

NET-ZERO GOALS

10:10m - 10:35am Synergistic Chemicals in Water-Based Enhanced Oil Recovery: Pathways to Efficiency and Net-Zero Goals

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  • Cost-Effective Recovery: Combining chemicals in EOR to enhance oil extraction efficiency, reducing operational costs and optimising resource utilisation ​ ​

  • Energy Efficiency and Emission Reduction: Improving production efficiency, leading to lower energy consumption and a reduced carbon footprint.​

  • Advancing Net-Zero Objectives: Innovative chemical strategies in EOR contribute to sustainable operations, aligning with industry targets for net-zero emissions 

10:35am Networking Refreshment Break

WELL INTEGRITY

11:05am - 11:30am Ensuring Well Integrity in COâ‚‚ Injection: Addressing Contaminants, Corrosion, and Hydrate Formation

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  • Contaminant Management and Scale Prevention: Implementing filtration and purification techniques to remove impurities from COâ‚‚ streams, reducing scale formation risks during injection ​​

  • Corrosion Risk Mitigation Strategies: Utilising corrosion-resistant materials and inhibitors to protect well infrastructure from COâ‚‚ induced corrosion, ensuring long-term well integrity ​​

  • Hydrate Formation Control: Applying thermodynamic and kinetic hydrate inhibitors to prevent hydrate formation during high-pressure COâ‚‚ injection into deep saline aquifers​

IMPROVING PRODUCTION IN MATURE FIELDS

11:30am - 11:55am Addressing Mercury Challenges in Mature Oilfields: Detection, and Removal Strategies

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  • Addressing Knowledge Gaps in Mercury Chemistry: Limited understanding of mercury speciation in crude oil hinders effective detection and removal in mature fields ​

  • Detection and Monitoring Techniques: Identifying mercury forms and concentrations in oilfield operations with the latest advancements in analytical methods

  • Removal Strategies for Mature Fields: Implementing targeted treatment processes, such as chemical additives and adsorption technologies, to mitigate mercury contamination in aging oilfield infrastructures

DIGITALISATION IN CHEMICAL MANAGEMENT

11:55am - 12:40pm Panel: Leveraging Digitalisation to Optimise Oilfield Operations: Operator Insights and Technology Showcase​

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  • Operator Experiences with Digital Tools: A deep dive into operators’ satisfaction with current digital programs for tracking chemical consumption, product usage, and logistics ​

  • Showcasing Advanced Digital Technologies: Presenting the latest digital solutions, including IoT sensors and real-time analytics, that enhance chemical management and operational efficiency ​

  • Optimising Chemical Processes through Digitalisation: Demonstrating how automation and digital platforms can streamline chemical injection and inventory management, reducing downtime and costs

12:40pm - Networking Lunch Break 

DECARBONISING THE SUPPLY CHAIN

1:40pm - 2:25pm Panel: Decarbonising the Supply Chain with Green Chemicals and Hydrogen

 

  • Innovative Green Chemical Solutions: Exploring the latest advancements in green chemistry that reduce carbon footprints across the oilfield supply chain ​

  • Strategies for Supply Chain Decarbonisation: Discussing effective approaches to integrate sustainable practices and green chemicals into existing supply chains 

  • Green Hydrogen Integration: Incorporating green hydrogen, produced via renewable energy-powered electrolysis, to decarbonise chemical processes and reduce greenhouse gas emissions

WATER CONFORMANCE

2:25pm - 2:50pm Enhancing Water Conformance: Addressing the Challenges of Effective Relative Permeability Modifiers​

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  • Current Limitations of RPMs: Highlighting the need for more reliable solutions where existing RPMs fail to deliver consistent water control in complex reservoir conditions 

  • Advancements in RPM Technologies: Showcasing innovative approaches, such as polymeric RPMs and silylated polyacrylamide, show promise in improving water shutoff performance ​ 

  • Case Studies and Field Applications: Analysing real-world applications of RPMs to understand their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement in water conformance strategies

IRON SULFIDE MANAGEMENT

2:50pm - 3:15pm Identifying Cost-Effective Dissolvers and Inhibitors for Iron Sulfide Precipitates in Mature Oilfields​

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  • Challenges with Traditional Dissolvers: Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is commonly used to dissolve iron sulfide (FeS) scales but poses issues like high corrosion rates and the release of hydrogen sulfide (Hâ‚‚S) gas  

  • Alternative Dissolver Solutions: Examining new environmentally friendly acid systems, which offer effective FeS scale removal at lower temperatures with reduced corrosion and minimal Hâ‚‚S generation ​ 

  • Performance of Non-Acidic Dissolvers: A look at non-acidic dissolvers which have shown effectiveness in removing FeS scales without the corrosive drawbacks of traditional acids

 

PRODUCED WATER/WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT

3:15pm Networking Refreshment Break

3:45pm - 4:10pm Case Study: Implementing Low Dosage Hydrate Inhibitors (LDHIs)

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  • LDHI Overview: Introducing LDHIs as cost-effective alternatives to traditional thermodynamic inhibitors like methanol and monoethylene glycol (MEG), reducing chemical usage and operational costs 

  • LDHI Field Implementation: Discussing the practical application and field trials of LDHIs, including challenges and successes in enhancing hydrate management in deepwater reservoirs 

  • Performance Evaluation: Comparing the effectiveness of LDHIs with conventional inhibitors, highlighting improvements in flow assurance and reductions in chemical consumption

4:10pm - 4:35pm Mitigating The Environmental Risks of Produced Water Discharge

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  • Understanding Produced Water Impacts: Exploring how produced water discharges affect soil, groundwater, and ecosystems, emphasising the need for effective management strategies ​ 

  • Advancements in Treatment Technologies: Reviewing the latest treatment methods to reduce contaminants in produced water before discharge ​ 

  • Regulatory Compliance and Best Practices: Discussing current regulations and industry best practices to ensure environmentally safe disposal and reuse of produced water

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PARAFFIN WAX DEPOSITION RISKS

4:35pm - 5.00pm Evaluating and Mitigating Paraffin Wax Deposition Risks in Mature Oilfields

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  • Laboratory Assessment of Wax Deposition: Utilising flow-loop systems to simulate pipeline conditions, enabling measurement of wax deposition rates under controlled temperature and pressure, enhancing prediction accuracy​

  • Impact of Pressure Drops on Wax Formation: Understanding how pressure reductions in mature fields can lead to wax crystallisation, potentially causing blockages and flow assurance issues ​ 

  • Wax Mitigation Strategies: Exploring chemical inhibitors and thermal management techniques to prevent or reduce wax deposition, ensuring consistent production

5:00pm Closing Remarks

5:10pm - 6:00pm Networking Drinks Reception

Global Strategic Networks Limited
Address: 11 Braeburn Way, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3TU
US Telephone: +1 832 775 8871 / UK Telephone: +44 7841 998 070
Company Number: 11384323
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