The latest advancements in seismic processing and imaging, such as geostatistical interval velocity derivation and full-azimuth imaging, have improved many geologically complex and structurally deeper sediments.

High-quality subsurface images are critical for uncovering geological and geophysical aspects of the subsurface. Much vintage data was acquired in areas where no new surveys are available for a variety of reasons, so that reprocessing existing data may be the only option. The reprocessing results discussed in this paper have tremendously improved image quality and increased the interpreter’s confidence by resolving depth issues, fault positioning and reservoir connectivity.

Natural and induced fractures play a vital role in determining hydrocarbon producibility in basement exploration. An accurate understanding of fracture networks is critical for optimizing development in naturally fractured reservoirs, since the intensity and orientation of fractures significantly affect fluid flow in the reservoir rocks. Assorted techniques are available to characterize these fractures.

As we move forward into a new era of energy data management, standards-based, data-driven solutions will play a pivotal role in shaping a more efficient, sustainable and resilient energy future.

Utility providers are facing a period of intense change as the world makes its way through the energy transition. For those companies with the vision and determination to take advantage of the opportunity, DERMS software offers not just a solution to challenges, but a pathway to significant value for utilities.

Recently, over a nine-hour period, Spain's electrical grid accomplished something significant: renewable generation—including wind, solar and hydropower—exceeded the nation's total electricity demand. While still far from the 2050 net-zero target, Spain is on its way thanks to the Iberdrola Group, a global energy leader that is taking bold action to achieve a 100% renewable electricity system.

Microsoft and AspenTech partner in advancing how energy companies optimize and interact with data.

Infineum, a world leader in the formulation, manufacturing and marketing of petroleum additives, embarked on a global manufacturing excellence program with the objectives of increasing capacity through improved manufacturing efficiency index (MEI) performance, improving data quality through standard processes for data collection and management and improving the efficiency of tools available for performance analysis.

AspenTech Subsurface Science & Engineering (SSE) is a major contributor of code and expertise to the Open Group OSDU Forum, providing secure and reliable global access to energy industry data on the cloud. Collaboration between AspenTech SSE reduces uncertainty, improves confidence, minimizes risk and supports responsible asset management. It helps break down silos, implement multi-disciplinary subsurface workflows and dramatically accelerate operations turnaround time.

Before heading back to campus for the fall semester, we connected with some of our summer interns to discuss their experiences as members of the AspenTech team.