AI-Powered Well Control Solution Deployed for Offshore Operations

Deployed at the NASR fully digital offshore field, RoboWell uses AI algorithms to autonomously operate wells, maximizing efficiency and minimizing emissions By Joe Macey / 31 Jul 2024

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ADNOC has deployed an artificial intelligence (AI) autonomous well-control solution into its offshore operations. 

This world-first offshore deployment of RoboWell at the offshore NASR field highlights how ADNOC is leveraging advanced technologies to drive efficiencies and ensure a secure, reliable and responsible supply of energy. 

Deployed in partnership with Abu Dhabi-based AIQ, RoboWell uses cloud-based AI algorithms to autonomously operate wells that self-adjust according to changing conditions. This enhances the safe operation of the well, improves efficiency, reduces the need for travel and physical interventions, and so minimizes emissions.

Abdulmunim Saif Al Kindy, ADNOC Upstream Executive Director, said; “The offshore deployment of RoboWell at NASR field demonstrates how ADNOC is harnessing the power of AI as we responsibly meet growing global energy demand. ADNOC’s aim is to become the world’s most AI-enabled energy company, integrating AI from the control room to the board room to maximize efficiency and move towards autonomous operations. Through our partnership with AIQ we are leveraging the UAE’s world-leading expertise in energy and AI to help transform the future of energy.”

Dr. Chris Cooper, AIQ CEO, said; “AIQ leverages AI and machine learning solutions that unlock value across the entire value chain of the energy sector. RoboWell has already been proven to deliver up to 30% optimization in gas lift consumption and up to 5% increase in operating efficiency, so the expanded implementation of the solution represents a pivotal step for AIQ and ADNOC. By harnessing this leading-edge technology, we are enabling ADNOC to drive greater value from its resources and further optimize its operations.’’

Located 130 kilometers northwest of Abu Dhabi, NASR is a fully digital offshore field that uses a suite of technology solutions to maximize production and minimize emissions. RoboWell has been deployed across an initial 10 wells at NASR, with further deployment of the AI solution scheduled at over 300 wells across ADNOC’s offshore and onshore operations this year. 

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