ITF Launch Carbonate Reservoirs Call for Proposals
By Editor | May 14, 2009
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How to Submit a Proposal
Carbonate reservoirs contain a significant proportion of the world's oil and gas reserves (some sources estimate more than 60% of the world's remaining oil and 40% of gas reserves in place). These reservoirs present considerable technical challenges and risks, but also opportunities to develop new technologies and processes.
ITF, on behalf of its members, is calling on the global development community to improve our understanding of carbonate reservoirs. This is an open invitation to any organisation seeking sponsorship for innovative technologies in the oil and gas industry to submit proposals for research, development, and / or field trial in the following areas associated with the identified needs relating to carbonate reservoirs:
- Rock Typing & Upscaling
- Permeability Prediction
- Microporosity
- Seismic Characteristics of Carbonates
- Dolomite Geometries
- Fractures
- Chalk
- Reservoir Engineering (Production Forecasting)
The list of detailed technology challenges are identified within each area that are of explicit interest to ITF Members in the 'Specific Technology Requirements' section of the call document. This information highlights key elements required but allows for innovation and flexibility in interpreting the most appropriate technical solutions.
Proposals must be submitted no later than Monday 6th July 2009. Appropriate contact details are available in the call document.