Issue: June 2007

Perhaps the Gulf of Mexico became isolated during the Lower Tertiary, which would explain a series of events that led to deposition of thick, extensive, mostly sandy reservoirs more than 200 mi from shore. These reservoirs are now being explored.

A US Department of Energy-sponsored website attempts to help operators manage an increasingly costly waste stream.

In a simulation, the proposed, simple procedure increased oil production and API gravity at no added cost.

Achieving cost-effective performance begins with matching well conditions with brine properties.

A virtual source can be any seismic sensor that, through some simple mathematics, is then moved around in new ways to get interesting results.

Cold water survival is no minor issue for E&P crews

High-power cars “cache" in

The Arab Gas Pipeline Project is a cooperative success

An impending US gas supply crisis will boost prices

New software can help identify bypassed reserves

Acquisitions, mergers, ventures and other company news.

World oil supply in April grew to 85.5 million bpd, while 2007 global demand was revised down slightly to 85.7 million bopd.

Vol. 228 No. 6   Meeting & events JUNE GO-EXPO , Gas & Oil Exposition, Biennial Calgary Oil & Gas Show,

New product and service offerings from company press releases.

Personnel changes and promotions in the petroleum industry.

Pertamina seeks partners