Deepwater drilling pioneers Halliburton and Oil States forge new partnership
In an industry where technological innovation is both a catalyst for growth and a critical factor for safety, two titans of the oil sector, Halliburton Company and Oil States Industries, Inc., have embarked on a strategic alliance to enhance deepwater drilling operations.
This joint venture aims to deliver ground-breaking managed pressure drilling (MPD) solutions that promise improved control for operators tackling the complexities of narrow pressure windows inherent in conventional drilling.
Managed pressure drilling is an advanced technique in the field of oil exploration and extraction, offering a more precise control of the annular pressure profile throughout the wellbore. This strategic partnership melds Halliburton’s expertise in digital platforms, control systems, and services with Oil States Industries’ innovative riser integration joint, crafting a solution that is not only flexible but also attuned to the rigorous demands of deepwater drilling environments.
Daniel Casale, Vice President of Testing & Subsea at Halliburton, highlighted the significance of MPD for offshore drilling ventures. “Combining our world-class services, control systems, digital platform, and training with Oil States’ integrated riser joint provides an innovative deepwater MPD solution to our customers,” he stated, underscoring the synthesis of technology and expertise between the two companies.
Echoing this sentiment, Garry Stephen, Group Vice President for the UK and Asia at Oil States Industries, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration. “Our system’s innovative design integrates managed pressure drilling and riser gas handling into a compact joint that reduces the rig footprint and potential for trapped gas, while also enabling contractors to transition quickly between MPD and non-MPD modes,” Stephen said.
The integration of Halliburton’s control systems and services with Oil States’ riser technology is set to revolutionize the safety and efficiency of deepwater drilling operations. The partnership is poised to deliver a seamless installation process and operational dexterity, reducing the spatial footprint on rigs and minimizing the risks associated with trapped gas.
This collaborative effort is not just a leap forward in technological terms; it also heralds a new chapter in the operational efficiency of deepwater drilling, providing a beacon of progress in an industry continuously striving for innovation.
