Successes in exploration
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Currently, the search for sulfur-free natural gas reserves in the Zaunguz Karakum Desert is of great importance for the development of the gas industry of our country. An example of this are the Agarguyi, Tadjibay, Tachmuradov, Hazarly and Northern Gazlydepe fields discovered in these territories in recent years.
At the same time, despite the positive results of the first drilled well, it should be noted that there are structures whose development has been suspended due to the lack of production from subsequent wells.
One of these fields is the Northern Gazlydepe field, on the territory of which exploratory wells No. 1 and No. 2 were drilled in 2008-2011. As a result of pilot work, industrially significant inflows of gas and gas condensate from Oxfordian layers (VIII, X and Xa) of Upper Jurassic carbonate deposits were obtained from exploratory well No. 1.
The results obtained from the 2nd exploratory well require an in-depth study of this situation through a scientific analysis of all data obtained from the field.
In this regard, specialists from the Geophysics Department of the Natural Gas Research Institute reinterpreted 2D seismic data using the common depth point (CDP) method, well logging (GIS) and deep drilling conducted at the North Gazlydepe field in different years using modern software, and constructed structural maps for all layers (VIII, X, Xa, XI), as well as comparative diagrams and geological sections for wells 1 and 2.
As a result of the work done, in order to more accurately study the geological structure of the Upper Jurassic subsalt carbonate deposits of the North Gazlydepe field and expand the area of C1 category gas condensate reserves, it was proposed to drill a 3rd control well and accurately determine the location of its installation.
- The result exceeded our expectations. The fact that as a result of testing from the 3rd control well, the installation location of which was precisely determined using modern software, high-flow rates of gas and condensate without sulfur content were obtained was a joyful event for all of us. As specialists, we are proud that this achievement of ours became a worthy gift for the annually celebrated Science Day and the 30th anniversary of our permanent Neutrality.
Maxim Bortnikov – Managing Director at the Center for the Implementation of the Principles of Sustainable Development of Gazprombank:
“The theme of the International Conference held in Ashgabat is rather topical, as evidenced by the composition of its participants, including representatives of government agencies, large international organizations, banks, big gas companies, scientists, leading specialists and experts in the oil and gas sphere.
«Dashoguzgazupjunchilik» ensures the efficient use of «blue fuel»
The gas workers of the «Dashoguzgazupjunchilik» department continue to provide reliable and uninterrupted gas supply to consumers in the northern region of our country. Despite the period of maximum loads, qualified specialists ensure the stable functioning of the gas distribution system of the velayat in the heating season.
President of Turkmenistan congratulates Russian Federation leadership
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the people and the Government of Turkmenistan, as well as on his own behalf, sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chairman of the Russian Government Mikhail Mishustin and all the people of the country on the occasion of Russia Day, TDH reports.
Another well has been put into operation
An industrial flow of natural gas was obtained from a well drilled by the team of the Lebapnebitgazgözleg Expedition of the Türkmengeologiýa State Corporation at Tachmuradov site. This will be a worthy gift from the united team of the Expedition for the forthcoming large-scale holiday – the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan’s independence.
Labor achievements of geophysicists
Enterprises of the State Concern «Turkmennebit» are working hard on industrial development of oil and gas fields, increasing the production of hydrocarbon raw materials. In this regard, it is necessary to note the activities of the labor collective of the «Turkmennebitgeofizika» department in the year of the celebration of the 33rd anniversary of the independence of our homeland – «The Fount of Mind of Magtumguly Fragi».