Characterization of the reservoir potential of the H-T field, Walvis basin, offshore Namibia
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2024
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University of Namibia
Abstract
The Walvis Basin, renowned for its hydrocarbon potential, has long attracted the
attention of the oil and gas industry. However, effective reservoir characterization
remains a critical challenge, influencing exploration and development strategies. This
study addresses the need for detailed reservoir characterization and its role in
enhancing hydrocarbon prospectivity in the H-T field of the Walvis Basin. The impetus
motivating this research is the lack of comprehensive reservoir characterization,
leading to uncertainties in the distribution of hydrocarbon-bearing zones and their
petrophysical properties. A study of reservoir characterization using well logs has been
conducted to address the above-mentioned problem. Four wells in the H-T field were
selected for analysis, and an array of well logs, including gamma ray, resistivity,
neutron, and density logs, was employed to evaluate the petrophysical properties of
identified reservoir rocks. The Interactive Petrophysics software facilitated the
systematic evaluation of these properties. The gamma ray log was harnessed for
lithologic discrimination, enabling the identification of discrete reservoir formations.
The resistivity log played a pivotal role in determining the nature of formation fluids
based on the electrical responses of reservoir formations. Furthermore, the combined
analysis of density and neutron logs was instrumental in estimating reservoir porosity
and identifying the presence of hydrocarbons where applicable. The results of this
study unveiled the presence of three water-bearing reservoirs in Well HT3 namely Y1,
Y2 and Y3 with thicknesses of 55.47 m, 5.03 m, and 10.52 m, respectively.
Additionally, reservoir correlation, facilitated by the gamma ray log, revealed a
discontinuous distribution of reservoirs across the wells. Furthermore, a cross-plot
analysis of water saturation and porosity unveiled variations in grain size, ranging from
fine-grained to silty sands within the reservoirs. This research significantly contributes
to the understanding of reservoir characteristics, their distribution, and hydrocarbon
prospectivity in the H-T field of the Walvis Basin. It provides essential insights for
future exploration and production endeavors, offering a more informed approach to
hydrocarbon resource assessment and development in the region.
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A thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the Master of Science in Petroleum Geosciences
Keywords
Walvis Basin, Reservoir characterization, Well logs interpretation, Hydrocarbon prospectivity, University of Namibia, Namibia