Gulf Cryo, a provider of industrial gas solutions, has completed two ground-breaking CO2 foam acid fracking pilots at Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) Raudhatain oilfield, contributing towards reducing carbon emissions and enhancing gas recovery.
In this context, Gulf Cryo, being a regional (green) CO2 manufacturer with extensive logistical capabilities, teamed up with two of the largest oilfield service providers Halliburton and Schlumberger, and mobilised more than 1,000 metric tonnes of Liquid CO2 into KOC oilfield.
Each reservoir consumed more than 400 metric tonnes within a few hours, which in return dissolved the Calcium Carbonate masses and released the natural gas entrapped in the rock layers.
Part of the CO2 injected into the KOC reservoirs will remain safely and securely stored within the geologic formation. This process of capturing the CO2 and utilising it in the oilfield reinforces the perception of Carbon Capturing and Utilisation Storage (CCUS) and Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR).
These pilots paved the way for a mitigating global carbon emissions and sustainable development of the oilfields. Gulf Cryo’s operational excellence in handling and mobilising the energised CO2 into the oilfield lies in the distinct planning for production, logistical practices and mobilization of special assets and equipment, and its highly trained personnel.
Abdallah Dalab, General Manager at Gulf Cryo Kuwait commented: “The collaboration with KOC, Halliburton, and Schlumberger fits perfectly with Gulf Cryo’s long history of immense achievements and commitment towards introducing innovative technologies.
“The energised CO2 fracking is a key solution globally for reducing CO2 emissions and increasing oil and gas productivity. We are proud to build on our deep-rooted experience and be able to offer such solutions that help reduce the global carbon footprint and thus contribute to the environment overall.”