Managing Aging Wells: Optimizing Late Life Asset Performance

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The management of aging wells in late life phases presents critical challenges, particularly in minimizing intervention costs while effectively addressing DHSV failures.

As our industry evolves, we face pressing questions:

🔍 Key Questions We're Addressing:

How do we leverage data-driven insights and integrate predictive analytics with operational practices to enhance well integrity and safety?

How do we ensure that the right level of surveillance and intrusive well work during late life well management is prioritized?

Are we maintaining a consistent approach to operating and replacing/repairing downhole safety valves in wells scheduled for plug and abandonment within 3-5 years?

📅 Join us on June 25th organised by SPE Aberdeen and ICoTA Europe for an exclusive panel session featuring industry and regulatory experts who will examine innovative strategies and technologies focused on optimizing maintenance procedures and decision-making processes to prolong the productive life of wells.

🎯 What Our Expert Panel Will Cover:

Best practices and procedures for safely reopening wellstock, including HSE-endorsed exceptions for late life asset management of shut-in wells

Technology solutions for artificial lift alternatives and novel water shut-off solutions

Systematic approaches to reviewing shut-in wells and incorporating them into activity planning

This is your opportunity to engage with thought leaders and gain actionable insights on extending well productivity while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Our Expert Panel:

Mark Oatey | Harbour Energy

Mark Oatey is the Well Service & Integrity Manager at Harbour Energy, with 20 years of experience in well interventions and integrity operations. He has played a key role in coiled tubing, slickline, and hydraulic workover projects across the North Sea. Mark has been an active contributor to the SPE and ICoTA community, serving as Conference Chair and Senior Chair of ICoTA Europe. He’s passionate about using innovation and collaboration to enhance well performance and integrity.

Keith Hogg | NSTA

Keith Hogg brings over 18 years of industry experience across operators, supply chain, and drilling contractors. He has specialised in Drilling & Wells Optimization, MLD/LWD Engineering, and Rig Management. Currently, Keith serves as the Wells Manager at the NSTA, where he has been for the past 2 1/2 years.

Rory Cooke | NSTA

Rory is a Senior Wells Engineer at the NSTA. He has worked at operators in both onshore engineering and offshore supervisory roles within drilling, well intervention and P&A campaigns including operations in HPHT environments.

Keith Wise | OEUK

Keith Wise is the Operations Manager at Offshore Energies UK (OEUK), where he leads efforts to promote operational excellence and drive strategic initiatives that support a diverse energy mix in the UK’s transition to net zero. His work aligns with the industry’s commitment to maximising economic recovery of the UK energy resources.

Keith currently chairs OEUK’s Subsurface and Wells Forums, fostering collaboration between industry, government, and regulators to improve efficiency and effectiveness across the basin. He is playing a pivotal role in advancing the UK’s geothermal energy potential, supporting members through the development of well guidelines, advocacy efforts, and communicating the broader opportunity geothermal presents for the UK.

With almost three decades of global experience in the energy sector, Keith has held a variety of operational, technical, and regional leadership roles in the UK, USA, Africa, and the Middle East. Prior to joining OEUK in 2020, he spent 23 years with SLB (formerly Schlumberger), bringing a wealth of expertise to the organisation.

Outside of work, Keith is a passionate sailor and active member of his local sailing club, where he competes and volunteers. He also enjoys running and has long been involved in competitive team sports, including football and rugby. Whether exploring new countries or sharing a simple family dinner, time with his wife and children remains his greatest source of joy and motivation.

Bronson Larkins | Wellvene

Bronson is the Managing Director of Wellvene, bringing over 31 years of experience in the Well Intervention, Integrity, and Completions industry. Throughout his career, he has held a variety of offshore and onshore roles with both service companies and major operators across the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS).

With extensive knowledge and hands-on expertise in wells, Bronson has received industry recognition from BP, OGUK, ICoTA Europe, and the Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) for introducing new and innovative intervention technologies. Driven by his passion for designing and developing well-related technologies, he founded Wellvene – Engineered Well Solutions in April 2017.

Bronson currently serves as the 2025/26 Treasurer of ICoTA Europe.