Innovation

R & D and Innovative Solutions

To address challenges in development, production, and the implementation of innovative solutions, SAED collaborates with knowledge-based companies such as TOMEX, BGI, WETCO, and Cylinder Manufacturing, as well as leading universities like Sharif University, the University of Tehran, Amir Kabir University, the University of Guilan, and the University of Ilam. This collaborative approach enhances innovation, research, and technical expertise across projects.

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R&D

Advanced and Comprehensive Studies for Addressing Challenges

Conducted innovations and advanced studies to address underground challenges of Azar Oilfield in cooperation with leading academic centers, knowledge-based companies, and distinguished upstream consultants in the country.

Performed comprehensive underground studies of Azar Oilfield and updated information in line with the progress of the underground project, in collaboration with KPE Company.

Implemented a project examining the possibility of removing oil and hydrocarbon contaminants from wastewater, in collaboration with the University of Guilan.

Developed direct cooperation with the Department of Development and Technologies at Sharif University (Techno Sharif) in areas such as providing services, monitoring inside and outside the well, and MOS construction services.

Updated the initial development plan of the oil field across various upstream sections and drafted the plan for the second phase of development in Azar Oilfield, including securing financial support for the Iranian reservoir simulator software, Retina.

Conducted comprehensive studies to assess the integrity of Azar Oilfield wells and presented solutions to overcome challenges, in collaboration with Sharif University of Technology.

 Carried out studies on enhanced recovery and proposed superior scenarios for optimal production from Azar Oilfield, in collaboration with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry.

 Performed laboratory studies to select optimal inhibitors for asphalt-like and wax deposits in Azar Oilfield, in collaboration with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry.

Conducted studies on rock and fluid properties and enhanced recovery techniques, in collaboration with the knowledge-based company Energy Tavana Kish.

10. Investigated the production of asphalt-like and wax particles and their impact on production rates, in collaboration with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry.

Carried out comprehensive reservoir geochemistry studies, in collaboration with Amirkabir University.

Studied reservoir heterogeneity parameters of SAED’s fields using geological, geochemical, and petro-physical methods, in collaboration with Amirkabir University as part of a grant for a PhD dissertation.

Performed laboratory studies to identify and propose superior production scenarios from SAED’s oil formation, in collaboration with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry.

14. Conducted research on potential drilling fluid damages to the reservoir, in collaboration with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry.

Conducting studies on potential drilling fluid damages in the reservoir at the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry.

List of knowledge-based companies that have had positive performance during the development of Azar Oilfield

No Name of company Field of Cooperation
1

Hamyar Engineering Technology and Development Company (also known as Tafahom)

 Purchase of an Iranian reservoir simulator software known as Retina
2

Techno Sharif Company - University of Guilan

 Study of removing oil contamination from the resulting effluent
3

Research Institute of Petroleum Industry

 Presenting superior scenarios for optimal production from Azar Oilfield
4

Tehran Cylinder Factory

 Residue detection and grinding equipment
5

European Mod Black Gold Arvand Company

 Waste control materials
6

Wellhead Equipment Technology Company (WETCO)

Flow reducer change and wellhead equipment with a working pressure of 10,000 Pa
7

Pars Drilling Fluids Company (PDF)

 Fluids used for drilling
8

Nano Bespar Aitek Company

 Fluid used for the well completion
9

Nasr Mobtekaran Company

 Wall accessories
10

Comprehensive Geochemical Studies - Amirkabir University

 Scientific studies

List of universities with positive performance and duration of cooperation duration (Relations with industries)

No Name of university Duration of Cooperation
1

Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic)

 2020-present
2

University of Guilan

 2020-present
3

University of Ilam    

 2019 - Present
4

Ilam University

 2019-present
5

Sahand University of Tabriz: Conducting studies to identify the most suitable inhibitor in terms of the highest efficiency to prevent the formation of asphalt-like and wax deposits

 2019-2020

Innovations to address the challenges in Azar Oilfield

No Innovations and domestic capabilities related to knowledge-based companies Similar up-to-date technology in international companies
1

Upgrading the conventional 2,000 HP rigs available in the country for drilling wells in Azar Oilfield compared to the super rigs (3,000 HP) proposed by foreign contractors

 Super Rig
2

Using new technologies in fortification of geological layers (fortification of layers with special cement materials)

 Liquid Seal
3

Using the capabilities of knowledge-based companies in the design and production of modern simultaneous drilling systems in layers with different pressure regimes

 Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD)
4

Using the capabilities of knowledge-based companies in the design, production and installation of the first permanent in-hole water swellable balls for effective separation of water-bearing layers and installation of oil swellable balls to prevent annular space pressure.
Installing inflatable packers: Domestically-manufactured for selective acid treatment of oil layers.
Installing composite balls (Thru Tbg. Composite plugs) for selective acid treatment.
Installing dissolvable balls (Thru Tbg. Dissolvable plug) for selective acid treatment

Swellable Packer / Inflatable Packer / Thru Tbg. Plug
5

Extensive and successful implementation of the first acid fracturing operation in Azar Oilfield with the aim of increasing the recovery rate of the reservoir

 Hydraulic / Acid Fracturing
6

Measuring the flow of oil, gas and water using the MPFM device for the first time in one of the wells of Azar Oilfield

 Multi-Phase Flow Meter (MPFM)

Lessons Learned

Another measure taken to excel in project management at SAED is the deployment of knowledge management, which involves systematically recording the experiences and lessons learned by personnel across all departments. Creating and maintaining a comprehensive management system for knowledge management enables the organization to overcome potential hurdles based on the nature of activities or to prevent similar issues from occurring. It also strengthens the organization’s capacity to continue projects effectively. To enhance the organizational knowledge base, SAED has taken steps to create, implement, and maintain a dedicated knowledge management system.

Benchmarking against successful global examples, SAED’s knowledge management system has documented lessons learned in management and specialized fields.

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