SPE 88696
Well Integrity Management System (WIMS)
ZAKUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY (ZADCO)
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Jamal Al- Ashhab, Mohamed Afzal, Dr. Cornelius O. Emenike
Copyright 2004, Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc.
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ABSTRACT
ZADCO owns more than 500 wells operating in UZ, UA
& ST fields to contribute in achieving the production
targets as set by the Shareholders. To ensure that wells
operate as designed for their assigned life (or greater)
with all risks kept as low as reasonably practicable or as
mentioned, it is important to insure individual well’s
integrity. Hence, ZADCO developed an in-house “Well
Integrity Management System (WIMS)”, which defines &
provides the operating standards & guidelines for
maintaining the well integrity parameters, ensuring safe
well operations and securing well potential availability
during its life cycle so that return on investment is
maximized without the sacrifice of safety and
environment.
The implementation of ZADCO’s well integrity process
follows the cycle assurance testing, preventive
measures, monitoring, evaluation / assessment, control
& remedy, audit / verification.
This paper reviews WIMS in ZADCO. WIMS is
structured to include wellhead (surface) equipment,
downhole equipment and operational (process control).
WIMS places much emphasis on the requirement of
barriers for safety and environmental protection.
Key Words:
Well Integrity Management System, Well Barriers,
Wellhead Equipment, Sub-surface Equipment, Scale
& Corrosion Management, Risk Management.
INTRODUCTION:
The objective of developing Well Integrity Management
System (WIMS) is to provide standard guidelines to
ensure that technical integrity of all the wells is
maintained throughout their life cycle, they operate
under safe condition and are capable to function
continuously to achieve the targeted production/injection
requirements. Well integrity is based on the
establishment and maintenance of confinement barriers
in the particular well. As per WIMS standards, a well is
considered integral if at least two separate and sound
confinement barriers across each flow path between the
potential reservoir and surface are available all the time.
WIMS very much emphasis on the problem prevention
based approach (endeavour to predict & solve the
problem before it happens) that can accommodate
several direct advantages and benefits like reduction in
operating down time, enhancement in well control and
safety aspects, minimized unplanned repair intervention
& cost impact etc.
Major well issues that would have impact on the
technical integrity and operability of a well viz; Surface
Completion Components (Wellhead & X-mass tree),
Sub-surface Completion Components (downhole safety
valve (DHSV), Gas lift valves, electric submersible pump
(ESP), Well Construction (Casing & Annulus),
Communication Problems, Corrosion, Scaling, Non-
hydrocarbon Effluents / Products, Well Operation
Suspension, Well Intervention Services (Electric/Slick
Line, Stimulation, coiled tubing unit (CTU), Risk
Management Process & Auditing System, etc. have
been thoroughly discussed in the WIMS manual.
WELL BARRIERS:
The barrier is a protection measure to prevent an
uncontrolled release of hydrocarbons to surface via
production strings or from reservoir to well annulus.
Primary barriers always control immediately the well’s
up-stream side pressure, whereas secondary barriers,
which normally have no well-bore pressure against
them, immediately supplement the primary barriers
(Fig.1). A barrier that loses its integrity is classified as
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non-integral barrier provided that a visible leak is Seals Integrity:

detected in the surface barrier or if the maximum
operating pressure in wellhead component exceeds its • For gas wells, tubing hanger ‘s metal-to-metal neck
working pressure or the H2S contents in the annulus fluid seal should not be tested from x-mass tree flange as
exceeds the NACE MR01-75 conditions. Corrosive it may cause the seal to collapse. However, the
environment, non-compatibility of elastomers with well same port can be used for monitoring purpose. It is
effluents, leak rate and higher temperatures are the advisable to approach the concerned vendor for
major factors that affect the resistance of the structural proper seal integrity test.
barrier (Annulus).
• The test pressure for tubing hanger seals is
WELL BARRIER ENVELOPE recommended to be equivalent to the working
pressure of x-mass tree. However, in case of casing
hanger seals, 60% of the concerned casing collapse
PRIMARY BARRIER SECONDARY BARRIER
pressure is considered as the test limit.
X-MASS TREE
• Hydraulic oil is recommended to be the test medium
EXIT TO TEST SUB SEAL and constant readings for 10 minutes of the test
TUBING HANGER SEALS RING GASKET
NEEDLE VALVE
pressure are considered as the acceptance criteria
PRODUCTION for each test.
ANNULUS

CONTROL LINE
• Check valves from any of the port should never be
DOWN HOLE SAFETY
VALVE removed unless pressure behind it is zero.
PRODUCTION CASING
TUBING STRING

KILL FLUID
Performance Testing of Static Components:
9 5/8” DUAL PKR

Gate valve bodies, crosses, tees, tubing/casing hangers

7” LINER TOP
and every cavity that exists between several
components are classified as static components. These
components can be tested hydraulically or against
CEMENT wellhead shut-in pressure and the acceptable criterion
FLOW UPPER ZONE
should be no visible leak detection. Testing frequency for
7” PERMENANT PKR
static components is recommended to be the 2 years,
irrespective of any test procedure.
FLOW LOWER ZONE

Performance Testing of Mobile Components:

Fig. 1 Well Barrier Envelop The gates, seats, stem packing and gate valve plugs are
classified as mobile components. These components
WELLHEAD COMPLETION MANAGEMENT: can be tested hydraulically or against wellhead shut-in
pressure. In case of hydro test, 110% of the maximum
Wellhead and X-mass tree play a vital role in controlling expected operating pressure of the component and in
the well flow. It is therefore quite necessary to other cases; maximum achievable wellhead shut-in
test/assure the integrity of all the components including pressure for 10 minutes at least is considered the test
valves & seals. Special attention to gas wells’ surface limits. The acceptable criterion should be no visible
components is considered mandatory. The performance external leak & zero pressure drops. Testing frequency
monitoring, testing and remedial work data should be for x-mass tree valves is recommended to be the 6
recorded in the prescribed forms as provided in the months and for annuli valves to be the one-year.
WIMS manual. Key guidelines and test procedures are
highlighted as following: Valves Integrity Failure Causes & Cures:
Gate Valves Integrity:
Malfunction Cause Cures
• Wellhead shut-in pressure and well fluid are to be Wells Valve gate and Disassemble the
used as test medium and the test duration should be pressure seat leak / are valve and reinstall
leaks past not installed the gate and seat.
minimum 15 minutes.
valve. properly
• Bubble test is to be considered as the acceptance Line fluid Bonnet gasket Tighten the bonnet
criteria for gas wells. However, leak rate should be leaks between leaks. nuts. If leak
valve body persists, replace
evaluated before further action is taken.
and bonnet. the bonnet gasket.
• Leaking valves are to be greased to confirm the test Downhole Valve gate not Disassemble the
results. eqpt. will not aligned valve and adjust
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pass through properly. gate position on

open valve. stem.
Valve “jumps” Excessive Pressurize Grease fitting Safety cap not Tighten cap or
open when pressure downstream flow leaking. on tight replace fitting.
pressure is differential line to approx. enough.
applied to across valve 75% of existing
actuator. gate. well pressure. Preventive Maintenance:
Valve does Pressure Bleed off actuator
not close. remains in pressure. Preventive maintenance is aimed at maintaining the
actuator
cylinder. Lubricate the
wellhead equipment as per procedures specified by the
Excessive valve. manufacturer, extend the components life cycle and
friction on gate. avoid harsh fluid entrapping inside gate valves cavity.
Hydrates or ice Warm the valve Preventive maintenance is further divided in two
in valve body. body to melt categories viz routine-based and non routine-based.
hydrates
Will not open Insufficient See lubrication Routine-based preventive maintenance at regular
or close. lubricant. instructions. interval is purposed to flush out the sludge/debris from
Restriction in See venting and body cavity and provide lubrication to valve stem
body cavity. lubrication
threads, bushing & gate/seat sealing surface in addition
instructions. Work
hand-wheel back to protection against corrosion. On the other hand, non
and forth sharply. routine-based preventive maintenance is purposed to
If ice or hydrates, protect the x-mass tree and valves internals from the
apply heat before expected corrosion attack as result of stimulation, killing,
venting and lubing. injection and descaling or polymer treatment operations.
Hard to Iced up due to Vent and apply
operate. restricted flow, heat to valve body. General guidelines for the preventive maintenance are
hydrates or low (Do not use an highlighted as following:
temperatures. open flame).
Accumulation of See venting and
mud, sand or lubrication • No job to be started without work permit.
other foreign instructions. • Cathodic protection system to be removed and
matter in valve
remote operating system to be bypassed prior
body.
Stem threads Repair or replace. starting maintenance job.
damaged. • Greasing pressure should never exceed the working
Shear pin Realign pin.
pressure of the valves.
dragging on
bearing cover. • The type of grease to be used as per API standard
Hand-wheel Stem or stem Call field control and the amount of grease and application
not working. nut is broken or center (FCC) procedures to be followed as per concerned
threads are representative.
equipment manufacturer’s recommendation.
stripped.
Sheer pin is Replace sheer pin. • It should be ensured that grease flows through valve
broken. cavity.
Restriction in Gate not Stroke valve fully
bore of valve. properly aligned several cycles • All wells to be treated as hazardous and never
with bore of from full open to attempt to remove or tighten any thing under
seats. full close position. pressure.
Erratic Stem threads Back up from hard
operation. damaged. operating spot • Proper inhibitor to be used to flush out the valve
before continuing cavity after each stimulation job.
in one direction.
Replace when
practical. Hydraulic Actuators Preventive Maintenance:
Bearing needs Lubricate
to be lubricated. bearings. Hydraulic actuators are the most important components
Bearings are with respect to their response (quick opening or closure)
broken. Replace bearings. against any abnormal or normal situation. Therefore,
Leaking Leaking bonnet Replace seal ring. implementation of an effective periodical preventive
bonnet flange. seal ring.
maintenance program can ensure their integrity and
Leaking Packing and/or Replace packing
around stem. stem damaged. or stem as smooth operation. It is recommended that all the
needed. actuators must be function tested every 3 months and
Will not seal Worn or Replace worn they must close with in 30 seconds.
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SUB-SURFACE COMPLETION MANAGEMENT:
Sub-surface components of any well construction play
an important role in well operation & well safety. It is
therefore considered necessary to ensure that sub-
surface components of a well functions properly and
their integrity remains intact through out their life cycle.
Description of key sub-surface components and the
standards/guidelines to test assure their integrity is
discussed as following.
Down Hole Safety Valve:
Two types of down hole safety valves viz surface
controlled sub-surface safety valve (SCSSV) & sub-
surface controlled sub-surface safety valves (SSCSSV)
are in place to control the well flow during any abnormal
situation. SCSSV type valves, either tubing retrievable or
wireline retrievable, operate to open by hydraulic
pressure applied to a piston valve via control line and
close by a counter acting spring. On the other hand,
SSCSSV type valves like velocity valve (storm choke) &
injection valve operate to close directly by the abnormal
behavior of produced or injected fluid.
It is recommended that open/close function of the down
hole safety valves to be checked every 3 months and
pressure test performance (bleed off above valve) to be
reviewed every 6 months. The degree of DHSV integrity
depends on the observed leak rate, which can be
calculated as per Eq.1.
Q = 60*{(P2-P1) / (T2-T1)}*V …… Eq. 1
Where,
Q = Leak rate in SCF/hr
P2 = Final pressure in psig
P = Initial pressure in psig
T2-T1 = Time in minutes when pressure increases
from P1 to P2
V = Volume in cubic feet
Leak rate of 6.3 USG/hr. for oil wells and 400 USG/hr.
for water wells is considered to be acceptable. In case of
gas wells, acceptable leak rate depends on tubing size.
For example, 124 psig/hr. pressure build-up in a 3 ½”
tubing is considered acceptable in ZADCO. Any test
failure is to be recorded in the prescribed ‘Failure Report’
form as provided in the WIMS manual.
Preventive Maintenance:
In order to avoid any risk in operating DHSV due to any
solids, scale or asphaltene deposition on its body or due
to packing deterioration, it is imperative to replace the
DHSV every year in gas wells and every 2-3 years in oil
or water wells. Besides, every time when the DHSV is
pulled out of hole during any down hole operation, it
must be thoroughly inspected, serviced or even
replaced if its overall condition is found deteriorated.
DHSV should be repaired and function tested in an
API approved workshop as per API standards “API
Spec. 14A”.
Gas Lift Valves:
Gas lift valves are the key components of any gas lift
well’s construction. Prior to the installation of any gas lift
valve, its integrity should be ensured according to API
Spec. 11V1 by performing different tests e.g. bellows
assembly test, stem-seat test, reverse flow valve
leakage test etc. All these tests should be performed in
accordance to manufacturer’s specification &
procedures.
As a first step towards post-completion integrity
preventive measures for new wells, where tubing and
annulus are both filled with completion fluid, it is highly
recommended to strictly follow the standard unloading
procedures. In case of the already unloaded wells, same
procedures are normally applied but with certain
deviations like casing pressure can be increased fair
rapidly as no completion fluid exists in the annulus and
the well kicks off much quicker.
It is important to establish a track record of the gas lift
valves usage history and maintenance data. Whenever
the gas lift valves are retrieved for repair or replacement
purpose, ‘Failure Report’ form, as provided in the WIMS
manual, shall be prepared.
SCALE MANAGEMENT:
The objective of scale management is to define the
preventive, corrective and monitoring policy to prevent,
treat and control the scale deposition and behavior in UZ
wells. Normally two major types of scale deposits are
found across the tubing strings in Zadco wells, which are
hard and solid state in shape (Fig. 2)
1. Strontium Sulfate (SrSO4) represents approximately
70% of the overall scale deposition cases.
2. Calcium sulfate (CaSO4) represents approximately
25% of the overall scale deposition cases.
3. The remaining 5% scale deposition cases comprised
of miscellaneous such as carbonates and corrosion
by products.
The main cause of such scale deposition in the
producing wells is the incompatibility between the
formation water (enriched with minerals) and injected
seawater (enriched with Sulfates / Carbonates). Scaling
phenomena occurs due to reaction between the minerals
& Sulfates / Carbonates when the injected seawater
breaks through and mixes with formation water
accompanied with change in thermodynamic conditions.
Scaling Impact on Well Integrity:
Technical integrity of tubular is badly affected with scale
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deposits as it causes the cross sectional flow area of a
string (ID) to reduce or completely plug off, which
ultimately results in partial or total production loss.
Safety barrier integrity by eliminating the functioning of,
down hole safety valve (DHSV) and the check valve
(NRV) installed at the surface flow lines, is also affected
by scale deposits. In addition, it restricts achieving the
reservoir-monitoring program.
Scale Monitoring Program:
Two monitoring systems are in place to track the scale
deposition and production parameters across the
completion / production facilities.
a. Mechanical System
• Wireline tubing check for tubing clearance.
• Choke calibration and NRV inspection/ function
test on annual basis.
• Scale sampling from the strings suspected with
scale deposits.
b. Prediction System (Simulation Model)
Zadco has developed Simulation Model (software
program) to predict the wells/ strings that might have
scaling tendency. Produced water analysis
parameters are loaded in the model on monthly
basis as well as the wet strings are further updated
for mechanical monitoring to confirm the potential of
scale deposition. Proactive scale treatment is
planned on model prediction results.
Scale Prevention & Remedial Process:
Frequent wireline gauge cutter / scratchier runs should
be made in the strings, producing water or have scale
potential, to prevent / remove scale deposits. In case
wireline tools fail to remove the scale deposits then
following two methods should be used to remove the
scaling.
a. Chemical Treatment (Scale thickness <0.5”)
Affected tubing string is soaked with appropriates
scale removal chemical solvent for 48 hours and
then flowed back. Agitation action with wireline tools
is performed after 24 hours.
b. Mechanical Treatment (Scale thickness >0.5”)
Tubing string with heavy & hard scale deposits are
mechanically treated by using Jet Blaster Tool on
coiled tubing and pumping down the gelled water
and beads mixture to remove and lift the scale
deposits.
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Fig. 2 Scale Deposits
CORROSION MANAGEMENT:
This section addresses corrosion management of wells.
It is known that corrosion is a major threat to wells.
Hence, strenuous efforts are made to contain corrosion
in all its ramifications. Emphasis is, therefore, put on
corrosion management as a means to assure asset
integrity.
Corrosion management is divided broadly into corrosion
control and corrosion monitoring.
Corrosion Control:
This is achieved by material selection, corrosion inhibitor
squeeze treatment, continuous inhibitor injection, water
injection treatment, annulus brine treatment and WHPT
structure Cathodic protection.
Material Selection:
Material section for completion string, casing and x-mass
tree depends on the reservoir and process operating
conditions, the stings are either carbon steel (L-80) or
13% Cr (L-80). After gas breakthrough (GBT) in Upper
Zakum the string material may be upgraded. Selection
of material for the strings is generally carried out by the
aid of software “ZADCORE”, the ZADCO down hole
corrosion model. Casing is made of carbon steel (Grade
C-75) and x-mass tree material selection is based on
API6A. ZADCO’s current x-mass tree grade is EE trim.
Corrosion Inhibitor Squeeze Treatment:
This treatment is used for the protection of some existing
carbon steel production tubing so that life is possibly
prolonged till the production string is replaced with
13%Cr. All low potential production wells equipped with
carbon steel tubing having no serious scaling and
annulus pressure problem, with produced water cut in
excess of 2% should be squeeze treated with corrosion
inhibitor on regular basis. Wells due for imminent work
over are also excluded from squeeze treatment.
The quantity of inhibitor to be squeezed should be
calculated in accordance with a semi empirical formula
which is based on 60 ppm rate over 120 days
production. This does may change according to the
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prevailing water cuts or the monitoring results in order to
achieve maximum protection period, which is targeted as
4 months per each treatment selection of inhibitor is
based on laboratory compatibility testing followed by
field trials.
Continuous Inhibition Injection:
For gas lift wells, corrosion inhibitor should be
continuously injected in the gas lift line at the inlet to the
annulus between the string and 9 5/8 casing. The
purpose is to provide protection to the carbon steel
production tubing and associated WHPT production
manifold and subsea oil production lines.
Water Injection Treatment:
The injection water is treated for corrosion protection at
the water treatment plant for oxygen removal and
biocide control.
Annulus Brine Treatment:
Packer fluid inhibitor contains biocide, corrosion inhibitor
and oxygen scavenger. Three of the chemicals shall be
compatible (pitting and crevice attacks are potential
problems). Oxygen scavenging may be slow & costly.
For any stream that will be stagnant such as packer
fluid, the total corrosion resulting from the dissolved
oxygen is very small and is over as soon as the oxygen
is consumed. “The oxygen scavenger needs to be
added in pump down. The suppliers of ‘Clear brines’ do
not like to do this as it makes the fluid somewhat cloudy.
But this reduces corrosion more than anything else.
WHPT Structure Cathodic Protection:
WHPT sub-sea structure is protected with (Al-alloy)
sacrificial anodes installed at different parts on the
structural members including conductor pipes. However,
as per new strategy, 30” conductor pipes exposed to the
surface are to be painted prior to installation.
CORROSION MONITORING / INSPECTION:
The monitoring methods listed below are being carried
out on tubing of the well to ensure the corrosion control
measures and practices are adequate. They also
provide a feedback on extra measures to be taken to
ensure facility integrity.
Caliper Survey:
Multifinger caliper surveys were extensively conducted
inside the tubing in the past to produce a model for
tubing corrosion. The surveys provided very useful data
about tubing metal loss with emphasis in corrosion
inhibitor efficiency and effectiveness. It shall be used
whenever this is required to establish a particular tubing
condition.
Downhole Corrosion Coupons:
Corrosion coupons are hung inside tubing tail pipes for a
standard period of time (usually one month) then
retrieved to calculate the tubing corrosion rate. This
method is used to achieve the following:
1. Establish the corrosion inhibitor squeeze adequacy
according to the prevailing process conditions and
water cut.
2. Develop the inhibitor batch volume in order to
ensure maximum protection period.
3. Compare the different inhibitor performance hence
the selection of cost effective corrosion inhibitor.
Analyses of Annulus Fluids:
Samples from high annulus pressure wells are to be
collected for compositional analyses for water and oil.
These analyses are reviewed in the context of risk and
asset integrity.
Wellhead (Surface) Corrosion Coupons:
Corrosion coupons are installed on few wellheads to
measure corrosion potential inside tubing, … etc.
Similarly, corrosion coupons are also installed in the few
water injection headers to measure corrosion in the
surface piping. For water injection limits of corrosion
coupons are set at 2MPY corrosion rates, in case of high
corrosion rate or bacterial activity, measures like pigging
and biocide treatment are taken which indirectly reduces
the risk of corrosion inside the water injection tubing.
Water Injection Monitoring:
Injection water quality is being monitored at the surface
of the injection platform at the rate of 1-2 times per
month. This monitoring involves the assessment of
Sulphate Reducing Bacteria (SRB) activity either through
a water sample or through a biostud at the platform
injection header, if available.
IMPLEMENTATION OF WIMS:
This implementation involves function/ integrity test of
various well components at a defined frequency. This
summarized in the table below. The results are needed
for decision-making.
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MAINT. /
FUNCTION /
COMPONENT INSP.
INTEGRITY TEST
FREQUENCY
Corrosion Monitor Corrosion 3 months
Monitoring (Oil in tubing by WL
Producers) (installation of
corrosion
coupons).
Carryout CI
squeeze treatment
in the wells that
might have
corrosion
tendency

Sticky Material WL checks to 3 months

Monitoring monitor sticky
(Gas Injectors) material presence
in tubing, DHSV,
nipple profile.
Collect samples
and analyze

H2/H2S Monitor annuli 6 months

Monitoring gas, collect
samples and
analyze to check
for any presence
of H2 /H2S gas in
the annuli
Fig. 3 Annulus Integrity Assessment Process
Gas Break Closely monitor 3 months
Through near by producers RISK MANAGEMENT:
Monitoring for gas break
through in gas The risk management plays a crucial and integral role
injection area. during WIMS implementation. Risk based technique is
mandatory for effective well integrity management. Risk
ANNULUS INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT: elimination activity should focus on most critical work
and integrity / barriers. It is intended that all aspects of
The annulus management is an essential part of the well will be conducted to maintain a level of risk As Low As
integrity process during the well operation phase as Reasonably Possible (ALARP).
producer or injector. Frequent testing of annulus Under specified operating conditions, there is no
pressure shall be carried out in order to pin point those intolerable risk of failure endangering the safety of
wells, which may need investigation as to the cause of personnel, environment or asset value. Once hazards
the annulus pressure. Likewise, surface & down hole are identified along with effects, a qualification and
communication tests shall be carried out on those wells evaluation of the effects have to be carried out mainly
showing high annulus pressures so that rectification or their exposure to personnel, well, process and
further investigation can be recommended. Annulus environment. Risk assessment process shall follow the
integrity assessment process is shown in Fig. 3. ADNOC ‘Risk Potential Matrix Qualitative’ criterion (Fig.
4).
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Risk Potential Matrix Qualitative

PROBABILITY
A B C D E
Happens
Has occurred Has occurred Has Occurred Several times Happens several
Environ- Repu- in World-wide in other in specific per year in times per year
Severity People Assets
ment tation industry but ADNOC Group ADNOC Group specific ADNOC in same location
not in ADNOC Company Company Group or operation
Company
Mulitiple
Inter-
fatalities or Extensive damage Massive
5. Catastrophic national
permanent > 10 Million effect
impact
HIGH RISK
total
Single fatality
Major Damage Major National
4. Severe or permanent
< 10 Million effect impact
total disability

Major injury or Local Damage Localised Considerab

3. Critical
health effects ~ 0.5 Million effect le impact MEDIUM RISK

Minor injury or Minor Damage Minor Minor

2. Marginal
health effects ~ 0.10 Million effect impact

Slight injury or Slight Damage Slight Slight

1. Negligible
health effects <0.01 Million effect impact
LOW RISK

Fig.4 Risk Potential Matrix Qualitative

CONCLUDING REMARKS: In order to make the campaign cost effective and to

avoid additional resources requirements & time, the
In order to assess the compliance of UZ wells with the wells selection is synchronized with annual data
developed standards and ensure their integrity, WIMS gathering schedule for the year 2004.
implementation process was piloted on 15 selected wells

(8 Prod., 5 WI & 2 GI) by dividing into two section;

Wellhead Equipment Integrity & Downhole Equipment
Integrity. Extra resources (with additional budget) were
utilized during this pilot campaign. Couple of wells could
not be approached due to rig on location & hot work
activities on concerned wellhead platforms.

Downhole equipment integrity of all the approached

wells was found in compliance with WIMS standard. On
the other hand, x-mass tree valves of many wells were
found passing, hydraulic actuators closure time was
much higher than WIMS standard and a couple of wells
were bearing sustainable annulus pressure. Efforts are
in hand by the concerned maintenance team to rectify
the pointed faults & ensure the integrity of the affected
components.

The second campaign of ‘WIMS Process’ on 60 more

wells comprising of different categories (Prod., WI & GI)
has been launched with the aim to complete it during
year 2004.