Coretrax deploys expandable technology to optimise oil wells in Middle East

Expandable technology developed by Coretrax that helps unlock greater commercial value by maximising production from existing wells, has been successfully deployed in the Middle East for the first time, the company said on Tuesday.

The global well integrity and production optimisation leader’s ReLineWL technology is a one-trip, wireline deployed straddle system to address common well integrity issues, which delivers significant operational efficiencies for operators, Coretrax said in a statement.

The technology was deployed to support a major Saudi operator when water ingress on a producing well led to decreased oil recovery. “Following detailed well analysis, two ReLineWL 28ft straddles were deployed on e-line, enabling the operator to isolate several perforation intervals to shut off water production zones,” Coretrax added.

The well was successfully brought back online with a 31 percent reduction in water production and additional oil production of 1,400bbls/day. With the requirement for surface water management also reduced, the application also significantly reduced the operator’s carbon footprint.

“The Middle East is a key growth area for Coretrax and the first deployment of our ReLineWL in the region is a significant milestone for the business as we continue to enhance our technology portfolio to support the most complex well integrity challenges,” John Fraser, chief executive officer of Coretrax, said in the statement.