Gazpromneft-Orenburg increased hydrocarbon production by 10% by the end of 2024. The company not only maintains investments, but is also actively preparing new wells for launch, which guarantees further growth in performance.
The growth in production was made possible due to a large-scale expansion of drilling operations and the use of advanced digital technologies. General Director of the enterprise Sergei Fedorov said that modern analysis geological data helped to identify new reserves in existing deposits. It is these resources that are involved in development in the first place.
The company’s plans remain ambitious. By 2026, the number of commissioned wells is planned to double compared to 2024. The investment program will be maintained at a stable level at least until 2027. The main potential for growth is associated with hard-to-recover reserves and new promising areas in the south and west of the Orenburg region.
A striking example of success was the discovery of a large deposit named after V. Orlov in the Solnechny area. This proves the significant potential of the region. An important achievement is the highest level of environmental safety. In the Eastern section, the beneficial use of associated petroleum gas exceeds 99%, which minimizes the impact on the environment.
To develop complex reserves, the company actively introduces innovations. Modern mobile drilling rigs with digital equipment and robotics are used. The pioneering use of flexible pipe drilling technology (coiled tubing), which increases the accuracy and speed of work. All this is managed through the domestic Digital Drilling system, which allows you to control the process online.
Digitalization has affected the entire production chain. The production control center uses digital twins of fields to optimize the operation of hundreds of wells around the clock, predict risks and improve overall efficiency. A unique environmental monitoring system has been created using Russian software, which ensures the safety and security of data.
Thus, Gazpromneft-Orenburg is demonstrating strong growth thanks to an integrated approach that combines expansion geological exploration, implementation of digital solutions and responsible attitude towards the environment.
The material was prepared with the support of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science as part of the Decade of Science and Technology.
Source: neftegaz.ru
