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South Sumatra Big Bore Gas Wells

ConocoPhillips Grissik Ltd / SPM Oil & Gas
South Sumatra, Indonesia
2016 - 2018

Pioneered big bore gas well drilling with dynamic well control, achieving operational excellence with innovative MPD/PMCD/MCD operations and comprehensive safety programs.

Project Overview

Duration
2+ Years
Wells Completed
Multiple Big Bore
Safety Record
0 Incidents
Team Leadership
Sumpal Team
Indonesia Drilling Operations

Pioneering MPD/PMCD/MCD Operations

Big bore gas wells with zero incidents

Key Achievements

Pioneered MPD/PMCD/MCD operations on big bore gas wells
Developed "drops cop" program reducing dropped object incidents
Implemented Team Tiger Eye hazard identification program
Achieved zero significant audit findings
Maintained NPT <10% through operational excellence
Go Card/Prompt Card system implementation

Technical Specifications

Drilling Technology

  • • Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD)
  • • Pressurized Mud Cap Drilling (PMCD)
  • • Mud Cap Drilling (MCD)

Operations

  • • Big bore gas wells
  • • Dynamic well control
  • • International operations

Challenges & Solutions

Challenge

First-time MPD/PMCD/MCD operations on big bore gas wells

Solution

Comprehensive training and phased implementation with expert consultation

Challenge

Managing complex drilling operations in international environment

Solution

Cultural integration programs and local team development initiatives

Challenge

Maintaining safety standards in challenging conditions

Solution

Implementation of Team Tiger Eye and Drops Cop safety programs

Project Impact

This project established new standards for big bore gas well drilling in Indonesia, demonstrating the successful application of advanced MPD/PMCD/MCD technologies in challenging environments.

0
Safety Incidents
<10%
Non-Productive Time
100%
Innovation Success