The Gazelle field is located offshore Kuwait in Iranian waters very close to Shat Al Arab. The field discovered with the initial exploration well in 1990. Oil production is via a steel piled jacket platform, and the export system is via FSO to a shuttle tanker. After a number of years of production, the oil rates have come off plateau with increasing amount of water cut. Field sensitivities require a new development of the Gazelle field.
According to the project brief, three field developments options were proposed such as:
• Refurbishment and upgrade of present system
• Replacement of the oil export via the FSO and
• Complete system replacement
The approach used to evaluate and recommend the most suitable development concept was based on
Economics (technical costs)
Flexibility (project implementation) and
Abandonment strategies
Inhaltsverzeichnis
- Introduction
- Key Characteristics Gazelle field
- Field description
- Gazelle field information
- Development considerations
- System upgrade
- Assumptions
- Separation process
- Flow scheme
- Platform replacement (pipeline)
- Complete system replacement
- Flow Assurance
- Economic analysis
- OPEX
- CAPEX
- Cost option one
- Cost option two
- Cost option three
- Development choice
- Risk assessment
- Development analysis
- Comparisons
- Technical risk
- Advantages
- Disadvantages
- Decommissioning plan
- Decommissioning technology
- Decommissioning process
- Key parameters
- References
- Appendices
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte
The main objective of this document is to evaluate and recommend the most suitable development concept for the Gazelle field, located offshore Kuwait in Iranian waters. The document analyzes three development options: refurbishment and upgrade of the existing system, replacement of the oil export via the FSO, and complete system replacement. The evaluation is based on economic factors, flexibility of implementation, and abandonment strategies.
- Field development options
- Economic analysis of development options
- Risk assessment of development options
- Technical considerations for development
- Decommissioning plan
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel
The introduction provides an overview of the Gazelle field, its location, and the current production system. It also outlines the three proposed development options: refurbishment and upgrade, oil export replacement, and complete system replacement. The document aims to evaluate these options based on economic factors, flexibility, and abandonment strategies.
The "Key Characteristics Gazelle field" section describes the field's location, water depth, and other relevant details. It provides a background for understanding the development challenges and considerations.
The "Development considerations" section delves into the technical aspects of each development option. It discusses system upgrades, assumptions, separation processes, flow schemes, platform replacement, and complete system replacement. This section provides a detailed analysis of the technical feasibility and implications of each option.
The "Flow Assurance" section focuses on the technical aspects of ensuring the smooth flow of oil and gas from the field to the processing facilities. It discusses the challenges and solutions related to flow assurance, which is crucial for the successful development of the field.
The "Economic analysis" section examines the financial aspects of each development option. It analyzes the operating expenses (OPEX), capital expenditures (CAPEX), and the overall cost of each option. This section provides a comprehensive financial evaluation of the development options.
The "Development choice" section presents a risk assessment of each development option, considering factors such as technical risks, environmental risks, and financial risks. This section helps to identify the potential risks associated with each option and inform the decision-making process.
The "Development analysis" section compares the different development options based on their technical feasibility, economic viability, and risk profile. It highlights the advantages and disadvantages of each option, providing a comprehensive comparison for decision-making.
The "Decommissioning plan" section outlines the plan for decommissioning the field at the end of its productive life. It discusses the decommissioning technology, process, and key parameters. This section ensures that the development plan includes a responsible approach to environmental protection and resource management.
Schlüsselwörter
The keywords and focus themes of the text include Gazelle field development, offshore oil production, field development options, economic analysis, risk assessment, technical considerations, flow assurance, decommissioning plan, and environmental considerations. The text explores the challenges and opportunities associated with developing the Gazelle field, considering various factors such as economic viability, technical feasibility, and environmental impact.
- Citar trabajo
- Ataliba Miguel (Autor), 2014, Gazelle Field Development, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/280478
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