Simultaneous Operation Optimizations to Accelerate Well Preparation and Minimize Production Shortfall

Abstract

Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) between construction, drilling, and production division has been a common practice in PT. Pertamina Hulu Mahakam (PHM), in particular within Tunu, Tambora, and Handil field. The SIMOPS is governed by an operation matrix, which defines a safe working radius between entities during different operation phases.
However, the upcoming Handil campaign requires several operations with working radius that conflicts with the matrix’s requirements. Also, to meet the ambitious production and well delivery targets, several optimizations are prepared by the drilling team. The optimizations including reassessment of the matrix’s allowable simultaneous operation, safe working
radius, and well plugging requirements.
This paper describes the optimization methods and the result on PHM’s Handil campaign.