Expro, a global energy services provider, has delivered a fully remote five-plug cementing operation in Saudi Arabia, reaffirming its commitment to innovation, safety, and international growth in the well construction sector.

 

The operation, executed using Expro’s Generation-X Remote Plug Launcher (RPL) and proprietary SkyHook cement-line make-up device, marks a significant step in the company’s expansion into the Middle East.

 

This automated solution enabled a complex, multi-stage cement job to be completed with no red-zone entry or man-riding operations, establishing a new standard for personnel safety and operational control.

 

This follows Expro’s first cementing job in the Kingdom, completed in January.

 

That initial operation laid the groundwork for a rapid regional ramp-up, culminating in May’s delivery of the five-plug job.

 

Together, these achievements reflect a strategic progression from market entry to innovation leadership, showcasing the scalability and reliability of Expro’s cementing technologies in demanding environments.

 

Jeremy Angelle, Vice President of Well Construction at Expro, stated: “Our entry into Saudi Arabia is not just about geographic expansion; it’s about improving cementing operations through advanced engineering. This project highlights our Generation-X and SkyHook technologies as key innovations that enhance safety and efficiency.”

 

The complex five-plug stage-cementing operation was executed for a challenging 9-5/8” casing run in a high-pressure gas well, the longest of its kind in the field.

 

 Utilising Expro’s modular Generation-X RPL, all five downhole components were pre-loaded in a controlled shop environment and then remotely launched at the well site with precision.

 

Expro’s modular cement head allowed the operator to eliminate high-risk tasks at the rig site, reducing rig time and enhancing overall well integrity through optimised cement placement and effective zonal isolation.

 

Building on this momentum, additional deployments across the region have further validated the benefits of Expro’s remote and wireless cementing technologies.

 

In one instance, the customer was able to displace cement through the top drive at up to 13 bpm, resulting in cleaner wellbores, faster transitions from casing to cementing, and reduced static wellbore time.

 

These case studies demonstrate how Expro’s solutions enhance operational integrity and redefine safety standards, particularly in markets where reliability and performance are critical.

 

 “Both the Generation-X launcher and SkyHook system were designed with safety, control, and field adaptability in mind,” added Angelle. “Seeing them deliver strong results in a new region is a proud moment and a signal of what’s possible as we expand our well construction capabilities globally.”-OGN / TradeArabia News Service