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Decommissioning - Construction to Abandonment in the UKCS

30/04/2025

Date: 15TH May
Time: 10.00-11.30
Location: Teams

Sponsored by Serica Energy, this is a FREE high level introduction to well decommissioning and will give an overview of the well lifecycle in the UKCS; upcoming developments relating to well design and construction; production and operations and abandonment processes; along with industry challenges, solutions and future trends.

Whether you are new to Well Decommissioning; a student or early career professional interested in the discipline or considering a career change, this free online event is ideal for you.

This event will be delivered by:

  • Stuart Wardlaw, Serica Energy
  • Ruth Thomas, Geologist, Well-Safe Solutions
  • Elise Murray, Decom Environmental Advisor, Serica Energy
  • Nicholas Riley, Wells Team Leader, Spirit Energy

KEY TOPICS

Overview of Oil Wells

  • Building and abandoning oil wells – construction and abandonment process

Well Design & Construction

  • Casing strategies, completion processes, equipment installation

Well Production & Operations

  • Integrity monitoring, maintenance, intervention approaches

Abandonment Process

  • Reservoir isolation, plug & abandon methodologies, infrastructure removal
  • Environmental restoration and regulatory compliance

Industry Challenges & Solutions

  • Technical hurdles, environmental considerations, cost management
  • Real-world case study examples

Future Trends

  • Emerging technologies, renewable energy transition opportunities 

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