Understanding Wellbore Failure Mechanism from field Evidence Case Study from Jurassic Deep Gas fields, North Kuwait

EAGE Workshop on Advances in Carbonate Reservoirs: from Prospects to Development 2026

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Authors: A.H. Saad Al-Ajmi, Y.A. Hassan, C. Pattnaik, R.B. Nakhi, Tuhin Podder, Souvik Sen, Manoochehr Salehabadi, Satya Perumalla
DOI: 10.3997/2214-4609.2026649028
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Abstract

Summary In this study, we analyzed borehole failure mechanisms within the Jurassic carbonate-dominated intervals of a HPHT deep gas field from North Kuwait. It demonstrates the value of integrating geomechanical workflows, simulations, caving assessment and weak bedding plane analysis to inform a tailored instability mitigation strategy. The study outcomes helped in better managing vulnerable overburden, optimizing trajectory design, operational planning, risk mitigation, and refining drilling strategy.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Drilling and Well Engineering Hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir analysis Rock Mechanics and Modeling

Publication details

Journal / source
EAGE Workshop on Advances in Carbonate Reservoirs: from Prospects to Development
Pages
1–4
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN