New data transfer protocol improves drilling support and safety

Using a new protocol, a WITSML pilot project has shown significantly faster data transmission from an offshore wellsite to an onshore operations center. The updated standard has the potential to considerably improve operational support and reduce personnel trips to the rig.

Thomas Halland / Statoil Kjell Inge Meisal / Statoil Ted Abramsen / Kongsberg Oil & Gas Technologies, Norway Peter Morrison / Baker Hughes, a GE Company

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