Panel Session 1: Innovative Modelling: How much AI has been used in Reservoir Characterization and Modelling in our Industry Today and What are the Key Opportunities?
Tuesday, 12 November 2024 | 15:00 - 16:00 hrs (UTC+8)
Moderator:
Ts. Hijreen Ismail
Senior Manager, Reservoir Geoscience Projects
PETRONAS
Panel Speakers:
Shahbaz Sikandar
Group Subsurface Manager
Jadestone Energy
Dr. Heiko Hillgartner
Principal Geologist
Shell
Dr. Upendra Tiwari
Geophysicist
PETRONAS
Panel Session 2: Fit-for-Purpose Reservoir Characterization and Models: Balancing Speed and Robustness
Wednesday,13 November 2024 | 09:25 - 10:40 hrs (UTC+8)
In the early days of hydrocarbon exploration, exhaustive reservoir characterization studies were essential for field development. These studies aimed to minimize subsurface risks before execution. However, the industry landscape has shifted. Companies now seek faster monetization, prompting a shift toward fit-for-purpose reservoir models.
Key Discussion Points:
1. Purpose-Driven Models: Fit-for-purpose models prioritize speed without compromising robustness. But are we defining their purpose adequately? What conscious decisions shape these models?
2. Risk vs. Necessity: Teams must weigh risks. What can we accept as a risk, and what is non-negotiable? Balancing uncertainty with essential information is crucial.
3. Challenges and Lessons: Executing fast monetization strategies presents challenges.
Moderator:
Satyashis Sanyal
Principal (Reservoir Geology)
PETRONAS
Panel Speakers:
David Marquez
Reservoir Modeling Product Champion
SLB
Dr. Daren Shields
Principal Geologist
PETRONAS
Dr. Mark Bentley
Training Director
Langdale Geoscience