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Project 1: 10-Year Artificial Lift Journey in 2,400 PCP Wells to Top-Quartile Performance in Oman and Across Shell Partner Operating Companies
This project chronicles a transformative decade-long journey managing 2,400 PCP wells, elevating operations to global top-quartile performance. Centered on a proactive "Failless Strategy," the team dramatically reduced the failure index to one-third while doubling the system MTBF. Technical enablers include innovative slim-hole pump geometries—detailed in the SPE paper SPE-232262-MS selected for OPES 2026—upgraded tubing materials (CR13/GRE and Polyline), and in-house PID and remote system optimization via ForeSite.
Beyond technical gains, the project has significantly enhanced HSE standards by reducing physical site interventions and well failure frequencies. This strategy directly aligns with the Oman 2040 Vision, driving economic sustainability and operational efficiency through digitalization and local technical leadership. This achievement represents a continuous trajectory of excellence, building upon the team's legacy after being shortlisted as one of the featured projects at OPES 2025 Project Showcase Session at for the "Unique dual ram BOP design," underscoring a sustained commitment to delivering award-winning innovations in artificial lift.
SPEAKER PROFILES
Mahmood Al Hinai
AL Reliability Strategy Support Specialist
Petroleum Development Oman
Mahmood Al Hinai is an experienced operations and maintenance professional who began his career in 2000, building a strong foundation in mechanical support and maintenance coordination. He progressed through key technical roles, including Maintenance Coordinator and Rotating Equipment Engineer, gaining strong expertise in equipment reliability and production systems.
From 2014 to 2020, he served as a Production Technologist, contributing to operational efficiency and process optimization. Since 2020, Mahmod has been working in Reliability Engineering, where he has played a key role in leading artificial lift technical and contract teams. He was also assigned to establish a subsurface reliability strategy, strengthening asset performance and long-term production sustainability.
With nearly two decades of industry experience, Mahmod brings a proven track record in improving reliability, supporting production, and driving operational excellence.
Abdullah Al-Harthy
Artificial Lift Team Leader
Petroleum Development Oman
Abdullah Salem Al-Harthy is a seasoned petroleum engineering professional with over 30 years of industry experience. He currently leads PDO’s Artificial Lift Team, overseeing Technical, Contracts, New Technology, and Surface & Subsurface Reliability teams.
He previously served as the Nimr asset WRFM Team Leader — PDO’s largest production cluster—where he led integrated petroleum asset teams. He also held the role of Hydrocarbon, driving field-wide production delivery, and worked internationally as a Petroleum Specialist in Sakhalin Energy in Russia.
Under his leadership in his current role, his team has achieved exceptional recognition, becoming the only PDO team to be selected as finalists inconsecutive OPES Project Showcase Sessions. The team’s work was recorgnised at OPES 2025 for “Realized Savings of $15 Million — Unique Dual-Ram BOP Design,” and again at OPES 2026 for “A 10-Year Artificial Lift Transformation Across 2,400 PCP Wells to Achieve Top-Quartile Performance in Oman and Across Shell Operating Companies.”
This success was further reinforced by an approved SPE technical paper presented at the same event (SPE-232632-MS), titled “Slimhole Pump Revolution in PCP Wells — A Step-Change in Artificial Lift Performance.”
Basem Mohamed Salem
Contract Manager
Maktoom Trading and Contracting Co. LLC
Basem Moahmed Salem is a senior Petroleum Engineer with nearly three decades of experience managing critical oil and gas assets across Egypt, Kuwait, and Oman. His deep specialization in Artificial Lift was forged through 11 years of technical leadership at Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), where he mastered the optimization of PCP and RRP systems. By expertly navigating regional regulatory frameworks, Basem bridges the gap between complex engineering and strategic contract administration to ensure long-term operational stability. Currently, he serves as the Contract Manager at Maktoom Company, where he oversees the high-stakes Reciprocating Rod Pump contract.
Project 2: Predictive Fleet Safety Management Using ADAS and AI‑Enabled Fatigue
Predictive Fleet Safety Management Using ADAS and AI‑Enabled Fatigue Monitoring was implemented at the PTTEP Onshore Sirikit Oil Field to address road safety risks following a Lost Time Injury in 2024. Driver fatigue and unsafe driving were identified as key contributors, particularly across long‑distance transportation operations.
The project integrates Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) with AI‑based fatigue monitoring to enable proactive risk detection and intervention. The system was deployed across 134 light vehicles and 50 crude road-tankers, covering more than 50,000 kilometers of daily operations. Real‑time in‑vehicle alerts are linked to a centralized monitoring center, allowing safety personnel to verify risks and take timely action, including rest management, journey adjustment, and STOP WORK authority when necessary.
Following full deployment in 2025, the initiative achieved a 36% reduction in overall road incidents and zero high‑severity incidents. Improved driving behavior also delivered benefits in fuel efficiency, emission reduction, and sustainable fleet performance.
SPEAKERS
Ortip Jeerapornchai
Engineer, Safety, Security, Health and Environment (SSHE)
PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP)
Ortip Jeerapornchai is an Engineer, Safety, Security, Health and Environment (SSHE), at PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP), with professional responsibilities covering SSHE functions, including Land Transport Management, in support of safe and sustainable operations.
Ortip joined PTTEP in 2011, with an initial professional focus on Environmental Engineering, later expanding expertise into Safety and Occupational Health. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Ramkhamhaeng University, a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Chulalongkorn University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety from Sukhothai Thammathirat University.
Thainchai Wangkulangkul
Senior Technician, Fleet Management
PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP)
Thainchai Wangkulangkul serves as Fleet Management and Crude Oil Transportation at PTTEP, where oversees land-based crude oil logistics and service contract administration.
developed extensive expertise in managing onshore crude oil transportation operations and fleet management, with a steadfast commitment safety standard. Thainchai is skilled at applying digital tools to enhance logistics, manage risks, and optimize costs.
Thainchai Wangkulangkul holds a degree in Instrumentation Engineering from King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (2005). joining PTTEP in 2011.
This project chronicles a transformative decade-long journey managing 2,400 PCP wells, elevating operations to global top-quartile performance. Centered on a proactive "Failless Strategy," the team dramatically reduced the failure index to one-third while doubling the system MTBF. Technical enablers include innovative slim-hole pump geometries—detailed in the SPE paper SPE-232262-MS selected for OPES 2026—upgraded tubing materials (CR13/GRE and Polyline), and in-house PID and remote system optimization via ForeSite.
Beyond technical gains, the project has significantly enhanced HSE standards by reducing physical site interventions and well failure frequencies. This strategy directly aligns with the Oman 2040 Vision, driving economic sustainability and operational efficiency through digitalization and local technical leadership. This achievement represents a continuous trajectory of excellence, building upon the team's legacy after being shortlisted as one of the featured projects at OPES 2025 Project Showcase Session at for the "Unique dual ram BOP design," underscoring a sustained commitment to delivering award-winning innovations in artificial lift.
SPEAKER PROFILES
Mahmood Al Hinai
AL Reliability Strategy Support Specialist
Petroleum Development Oman
Mahmood Al Hinai is an experienced operations and maintenance professional who began his career in 2000, building a strong foundation in mechanical support and maintenance coordination. He progressed through key technical roles, including Maintenance Coordinator and Rotating Equipment Engineer, gaining strong expertise in equipment reliability and production systems.
From 2014 to 2020, he served as a Production Technologist, contributing to operational efficiency and process optimization. Since 2020, Mahmod has been working in Reliability Engineering, where he has played a key role in leading artificial lift technical and contract teams. He was also assigned to establish a subsurface reliability strategy, strengthening asset performance and long-term production sustainability.
With nearly two decades of industry experience, Mahmod brings a proven track record in improving reliability, supporting production, and driving operational excellence.
Abdullah Al-Harthy
Artificial Lift Team Leader
Petroleum Development Oman
Abdullah Salem Al-Harthy is a seasoned petroleum engineering professional with over 30 years of industry experience. He currently leads PDO’s Artificial Lift Team, overseeing Technical, Contracts, New Technology, and Surface & Subsurface Reliability teams.
He previously served as the Nimr asset WRFM Team Leader — PDO’s largest production cluster—where he led integrated petroleum asset teams. He also held the role of Hydrocarbon, driving field-wide production delivery, and worked internationally as a Petroleum Specialist in Sakhalin Energy in Russia.
Under his leadership in his current role, his team has achieved exceptional recognition, becoming the only PDO team to be selected as finalists inconsecutive OPES Project Showcase Sessions. The team’s work was recorgnised at OPES 2025 for “Realized Savings of $15 Million — Unique Dual-Ram BOP Design,” and again at OPES 2026 for “A 10-Year Artificial Lift Transformation Across 2,400 PCP Wells to Achieve Top-Quartile Performance in Oman and Across Shell Operating Companies.”
This success was further reinforced by an approved SPE technical paper presented at the same event (SPE-232632-MS), titled “Slimhole Pump Revolution in PCP Wells — A Step-Change in Artificial Lift Performance.”
Basem Mohamed Salem
Contract Manager
Maktoom Trading and Contracting Co. LLC
Basem Moahmed Salem is a senior Petroleum Engineer with nearly three decades of experience managing critical oil and gas assets across Egypt, Kuwait, and Oman. His deep specialization in Artificial Lift was forged through 11 years of technical leadership at Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), where he mastered the optimization of PCP and RRP systems. By expertly navigating regional regulatory frameworks, Basem bridges the gap between complex engineering and strategic contract administration to ensure long-term operational stability. Currently, he serves as the Contract Manager at Maktoom Company, where he oversees the high-stakes Reciprocating Rod Pump contract.
Project 2: Predictive Fleet Safety Management Using ADAS and AI‑Enabled Fatigue
Predictive Fleet Safety Management Using ADAS and AI‑Enabled Fatigue Monitoring was implemented at the PTTEP Onshore Sirikit Oil Field to address road safety risks following a Lost Time Injury in 2024. Driver fatigue and unsafe driving were identified as key contributors, particularly across long‑distance transportation operations.
The project integrates Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) with AI‑based fatigue monitoring to enable proactive risk detection and intervention. The system was deployed across 134 light vehicles and 50 crude road-tankers, covering more than 50,000 kilometers of daily operations. Real‑time in‑vehicle alerts are linked to a centralized monitoring center, allowing safety personnel to verify risks and take timely action, including rest management, journey adjustment, and STOP WORK authority when necessary.
Following full deployment in 2025, the initiative achieved a 36% reduction in overall road incidents and zero high‑severity incidents. Improved driving behavior also delivered benefits in fuel efficiency, emission reduction, and sustainable fleet performance.
SPEAKERS
Ortip Jeerapornchai
Engineer, Safety, Security, Health and Environment (SSHE)
PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP)
Ortip Jeerapornchai is an Engineer, Safety, Security, Health and Environment (SSHE), at PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP), with professional responsibilities covering SSHE functions, including Land Transport Management, in support of safe and sustainable operations.
Ortip joined PTTEP in 2011, with an initial professional focus on Environmental Engineering, later expanding expertise into Safety and Occupational Health. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Ramkhamhaeng University, a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Chulalongkorn University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety from Sukhothai Thammathirat University.
Thainchai Wangkulangkul
Senior Technician, Fleet Management
PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP)
Thainchai Wangkulangkul serves as Fleet Management and Crude Oil Transportation at PTTEP, where oversees land-based crude oil logistics and service contract administration.
developed extensive expertise in managing onshore crude oil transportation operations and fleet management, with a steadfast commitment safety standard. Thainchai is skilled at applying digital tools to enhance logistics, manage risks, and optimize costs.
Thainchai Wangkulangkul holds a degree in Instrumentation Engineering from King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (2005). joining PTTEP in 2011.