ICoTA Scandinavia Tech Night - 12th January 2026

ICoTA is a worldwide, not-for-profit, member-funded association which is active in the oil and gas industry. The ICoTA European Chapter covers Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa  and the Asia Pacific regions. It is headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. Globally, ICoTA  also have chapters in the Canada, China, Latin America, Russia, United States, Middle East and North Africa.

ICoTA Europe

Our next Tech Night will feature two case histories from Vår Energi and Wellcem

Victoria Hotel

Tackling Real-World Well Challenges | ICoTA Scandinavia Tech Night - 12th January, 1800-2000Struggling with high water cut in mature fields? Need proven solutions for well integrity issues? Join us for two technical deep-dives by Var Energi and Wellcem that address critical operational challenges.What You'll Learn:Advanced Perforating &amp; Gas-Lift OptimizationDiscover how strategic perforation of gas-bearing sand stringers can revitalize underperforming wells. Learn from a live Gjøa case where:<ul><li>Gas-lift valve replacement + targeted perforations overcame persistent water cut issues</li><li>Hang-off screen installation mitigated sand production risks</li><li>Results: Increased production &amp; more efficient artificial lift</li></ul>Key takeaways: LWI operation planning, sand management strategies, and start-up optimization techniques for horizontal oil wells.Presenters: Magnus Midthassel &amp; Larisa Penkala, Var EnergiNext-Gen Thermoset Solutions for Well Integrity Explore cutting-edge engineered materials that are changing the game for:<ul><li>Thief zone isolation &amp; water shutoff</li><li>Sustained casing pressure remediation</li><li>Casing leak repairs</li><li>P&amp;A applications</li></ul>Understand when and how these solutions outperform traditional approaches.Presenter - Cecilie Torvund. WellcemWhy Attend?✓ Gain practical insights from successful field applications✓ Learn cost-effective intervention strategies✓ Network with reservoir engineers, D&amp;W specialists, and service providers✓ Explore technologies applicable to your own operational challengesWhether you're optimizing mature assets or planning interventions, these case studies offer actionable intelligence.Book now!ICoTA Members – FREE to attend.Open to Non-members for just £32 + VAT / NOK 430 and receive free membership for the year!Contact <a href="mailto:admin@icota-europe.com" title="mailto:admin@icota-europe.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">admin@icota-europe.com</a> or call +441224 646311If you are not a member of ICoTA, membership benefits include:*Access to the exclusive members' area of the ICoTA website containing conference presentations and training materials for well intervention professionals*Discounts on admission to events such as the lunch and learns*Save up to £100 on tickets for the SPE ICoTA European Well Intervention Conference*Be kept up to date on the latest technologies and trends

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