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SPE Workshop: Digital Transformation
6–7 November 2024 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Technical Program

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Technical Program

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08:25
  1. Wayana Ballroom
    5 mins
08:30
  1. Wayana Ballroom
    90 mins

    Chairs: Augusto Borella, Intelie; Carolina Barros, Kongsberg Digital

    Over the years, the Exploration and Production sectors of energy companies have accumulated vast amounts of data and advances in Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence have played a critical role in extracting value from this existing data and improving decision-making processes for asset development. This session delves into the latest technologies and innovations being applied in the exploration and production sector to drive development and efficiency.

    Presentations:

    • Stepping into the Future of Oil & Gas Production Surveillance: The Libra 4.0 Digital Twin Project
       Jose Sergio de Araujo Cavalcante Filho, Petrobras
    • Optimizing Capex/Opex Strategies Using Data Physics Models: A Comprehensive Approach to Well Conversions, Reactivations, injection Distribution and In-Fill Drilling
      Carlos Calad, Tachyus
    • Unlocking the Power of Historical Drilling Data Using GenAI Approach
      Ahmad Hussein, SLB
10:00
  1. Wayana Foyer
    30 mins
10:30
  1. 90 mins

    Chairs: Tony Edwards, Stepchange Global Consultancy Ltd; Diogo Pinto, Equinor

    This session will explore the crucial interplay between people, processes, and organizational strategies in successfully delivering digital transformation. We will delve into how fostering a culture of innovation, aligning processes with digital goals, and managing organizational change can drive significant improvements.

    Presentations:

    • Benchmarking of Digital Trasformantion in 80+ Operational Asset - What Have We Learned About the Key to Successful DT Implementation
      Tony Edwards, Stepchange Global
    • Unlocking Digital Potential: Aligning People, Technology, Process, and Strategy
      Poliana Texeira Barbosa, Petrobras
    • Leading Talents in the New Digital Era
      Maria Teresa Cardenas and Nara Padilha Tsuboi, SLB
12:00
  1. Terraneo Restaurant
    90 mins
13:30
  1. Wayana Ballroom
    90 mins

    Chairs: Henrik Sture, SLB; Leonardo Machado, Shape Digital; Jardel Pinto, Shape Digital

    APM encompasses the capabilities of data capture, integration, visualization and analytics tied together for the explicit purpose of improving the reliability and availability of physical assets. APM includes the concepts of condition monitoring, predictive forecasting, prescriptive and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), supporting the optimization of overall asset management strategies for improved operational, financial and sustainable performance. This session captures case studies, lessons learned, and practical applications of digital transformation initiatives have been applied to enhance equipment and production performance.

    Presentations:

    • Transforming Operations through Advanced Analytics: Búzios Integrated Operations Center – IOC Approach on Asset Performance Management
      Diogo Bettoni, Petrobras
    • Adopting new Technologies for Gas Pipeline Asset Management
       Conrad Fonseca, TAG (Transportadora Associada de Gás S.A.)
    • Enhancing Plant Performance Utilizing GenAI and Modular Asset Performance Solutions
      Lina Paola Charry Tovar, SLB
15:00
  1. Wayana Foyer
    30 mins
15:30
  1. Wayana Ballroom
    90 mins

    Chairs: Carolina Barros, Kongsberg Digital; Priscila Pestana, SLB

    Proof-of-concepts (PoCs) serve as a strategic approach to foster digital initiatives in our industry, effectively balancing risk and reward. By outlining challenges and simultaneously showcasing successful strategies, PoCs provide valuable insights that can be scaled to full development. This session will examine how digital transformation initiatives that began as PoCs have progressed to full-scale implementation, discuss best practices, address potential challenges, and explore the trajectory of these innovations within the industry.

    Presentations:

    • Leveraging Data Plataforms to escape the POC Trap
      Haroldo Teixeira Filho, Petrobras
    • Scalability of Concepts to Usable Products - Real Case Experience
      Francesco Giorgetti, SierraCol
    • Rapid Scale-Up of Workflow Automation Concepts Underpinned by a Knowledge Graph Digital Twin: Four Examples Implemented in Offshore Facilities
      Joel Chacon, Eigen
    • Hybrid  Models to Accelerate Field Development Planning - How Hybrid Models Provided 10X Acceleration in Well Placement Incorporate Multiple Realizations
      Ashwin Venkatraman, Resermine Inc
17:00
  1. Wayana Foyer
    60 mins
08:30
  1. Wayana Ballroom
    90 mins

    Chairs: Luiz Fernando Guedes dos Santos. Shell; Augusto Borella, Intelie

    There are multiple opportunities to harness the power of Digital & AI, including Generative AI, across the Oil & Gas value chain. A holistic digital transformation journey requires value extraction from the continuously evolving landscape of emerging technologies. This session explores how to unlock efficiencies, optimize processes, and gain a significant competitive advantage through the innovative use of AI, including predictive analytics and Generative AI, to drive decision-making and operational excellence.

    Presentations:

    • AI Powering Digital Transformation in Asset Integrity
      Paulo Martins, Abyss Solutions
    • Real-Time Well Performance Monitoring and Reservoir Intelligence: The Potential of Powerline Completion String in Digital Oil Field Applications
      Abdolnabi Hashemi, TDE Group
    • Improving Efficiency in Offshore Asset Inspection: Automated Integrity Analysis Using Machine Learning and Computer Vision
      Maikon Bressani and Michelle Soares Pereira Facina, Petrobras
10:00
  1. Wayana Foyer
    30 mins
10:30
  1. 90 mins

    Chairs: Giovanna Carneiro, SLB; Carlos Calad, Tachyus

    Delivering sustainable energy is one of the current central topics for the energy industry. On top of reducing emissions from current carbon-intensive energy sources -for example applying CCUS, the industry also faces the challenge to develop efficient alternative sources including Geothermal, hydrogen, etc. The session will foster discussions and brainstorming on how to leverage digital transformation initiatives to advance such low-emissions initiatives. 

    Presentations:

    • Digital Twin of Geothermal Assets – An Open-Source Approach for the Geothermal Sector
      Pejman Shoeibi Omrani, TNO
    • Digital CCUS – Managing Risk From Planning to Operations
      Ines Cecilio, SLB
    • Using AI and System Optimization to Accelerate Conceptualization and Reduce CO2 Emissions in Offshore Projects
      Rafael Castro, Deep Seed Solutions
    • Data Analytics Applications in Wind Farms
      Pedro Paiva, Rio Energy
12:00
  1. Terraneo Restaurant
    90 mins
13:30
  1. Wayana Ballroom
    90 mins

    Chairs: Tony Edwards, Stepchange Global Consultancy Ltd; Tadeu Vidal, SiDi

    Digitally enabled Remote operations in the oil and gas industry are increasingly becoming a focal point for enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainability. This session will focus on case studies that show how the practical application of digital technologies has enabled a move to new remote operating models.

    Presentations:

    • Application of Data and Information Technologies to Enable, Manage and Operate by Exception Processes that Enhance Remote Operations in High Well Count Operational Assets
      Fred Clarke,  Stepchange Global
    • Digital Twin of Production Systems: Asset Management and Optimization
      Carolina Barreto, ESSS
    • Autonomous Robotics at Scale
      Henrik Sture, SLB
15:00
  1. Wayana Foyer
    30 mins
15:30
  1. Wayana Ballroom
    90 mins

     

    Chairs: Carlos Calad, Tachyus; Francesco Giorgetti, Sierracol

    Mature fields offer abundant opportunities to unlock value through strategic improvements and optimization initiatives. This section is dedicated to showcasing compelling case studies and practical applications illustrating the impact of Digital Transformation initiatives within mature fields. The primary aim is to elucidate how cutting-edge technologies such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, IIOT, and automation are strategically employed to optimize reservoir performance, bolster logistics, streamline operations, and elevate maintenance practices. By harnessing these innovations, stakeholders can not only increase production levels and curtail costs but also mitigate risks, diminish environmental footprints, and cultivate additional value across the spectrum.

    Presentations:

    • Optimization Project
      Fernando Gutierrez, Tachyus
    • Pillars of Success for Implementing Digital Transformation Projects in Mature Fields
      Fabíola Forza, Seacrest Petroleo
    • Scaling Digital Solutions in Brownfield assets for Improved Recovery and Maintenance
      Alex Chambers, Cognite

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