Geopressure & Geomechanics

We provide specialist geomechanical services to help optimize drilling operations and field development planning. Our expertise covers:

• Pore Pressure & Fracture Gradient (PPFG) prediction

• Wellbore Stability (WBS) assessment

• Predictive regional pressure modelling

• Pressure cell mapping

• Seismic velocity analysis for geopressured evaluation

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Pore Pressure & Fracture Gradient (PPFG) Analysis​

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PPFG defines the “drilling window”, the safe pressure range for drilling. Understanding this is critical for:

• Safe and efficient well design

• Optimal mud weight selection

• Preventing costly kicks or losses

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PPFG also informs field development decisions. Reservoir depletion or injection can alter fracture gradients through stress coupling. Poor sequencing—like depleting shallower reservoirs first—can narrow the drilling window, increase costs, and complicate well planning.

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How We Work

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Our approach integrates:

• Drilling and log data

• Seismic velocity analysis

• Geological interpretation

This combination allows us to build detailed PPFG profiles and reveal the geopressured picture of any area.

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We offer:

• 1D & 3D PPFG Modelling – Forward-predict regional pressure trends using seismic data and offset wells

• PPFG Peer-Reviews – Independent evaluation of existing models or studies for an unbiased second opinion

• Tailored Training – Practical courses with exercises for professionals looking to deepen their understanding

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Why Choose Us?

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Our services ensure:

• Safer, more efficient drilling

• Better-informed field development

• Reduced operational risk and cost