1. Drilling Modelling
Explore how robust modelling supports complex well delivery. This session highlights how decisions made when planning extended reach or high angle wells can directly influence operational success, through the lens of torque, drag and hydraulics modelling for drilling and tubular running operations.
2. ERD Evolution
Extended Reach Drilling has advanced rapidly, so how has practice evolved to keep up? We’ll walk through major shifts in ERD well design and execution, using real case studies to explore lessons learned. Topics include friction reduction, tool reliability, and how rig capability has influenced what’s achievable.
3. Drilling Surveillance
This session focuses on how to spot early signs of drilling dysfunction in real-time in order to maintain drilling performance. We’ll share practical surveillance strategies used on complex wells, show examples of data-driven decision making, and highlight how engineers and supervisors can work together to stay ahead of the days vs depth curve.
4. Hole Cleaning
Efficient hole cleaning is vital for success in long horizontal sections. This session uses our latest hole cleaning videos to show common risk factors like gauge to over-gauge hole transitions and the impact of reduced annular velocity on the hole cleaning system. We explain how simple rig-site adjustments can manage risk and how to monitor trends and intervene before problems intensify.
5. MPD (Managed Pressure Drilling)
This session demystifies MPD and its practical applications on challenging wells. We’ll review how pressure management improves wellbore stability and reduces risk in narrow margin drilling environments. Expect a clear breakdown of MPD techniques and their applications, equipment requirements, and real-world outcomes from projects where MPD made the difference.
6. Stuck Pipe Prevention
Stuck pipe events are often avoidable. This session shares real lessons learned from field incidents and highlights the design, planning and operational missteps that typically lead to problems. You’ll gain insight into practical prevention techniques, early warning signs, and response strategies that can make or break a campaign.
7. Tripping
Tripping pipe seems simple—until it isn’t. In this session, we’ll cover risks associated with pipe movement, including surge/swab, ECD control, and wellbore stability. Using field examples, we’ll highlight good practices for planning and execution, and how effective tripping strategies can protect your hole condition and save time.
8. Wellbore Stability
Unstable wellbores are a common cause of trouble. This session introduces the basics of wellbore stability from a drilling perspective, focusing on how rock strength, mud weight, and trajectory interact. We’ll discuss practical ways to diagnose and respond to instability using surface data cues and procedures designed to mitigate or manage problems.
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Testimonials
“Hard to believe how much insight we got in just an hour. The case studies made the risks feel real and relatable.”
Drilling Engineer, New Zealand Operator
“Fantastic presentation, clear, engaging, and knew the topic inside out. The whole team stayed tuned in from start to finish.”
Geologist, USA Operator
“The stuck pipe session was a wake-up call. Simple things we can do differently next time, and it really stuck thanks to the examples.”
Drilling Site Manager, Norwegian Operator
“Brilliant way to bring the team together. One topic, one hour, and everyone left more aligned than they were at the DWOP.”
Drilling Engineer, Australian Operator
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Direct Learnings From Merlin
Tap directly into the knowledge of Merlin’s experienced rig Advisors who work closely with the mud loggers, drillers, directional drillers, mud engineers and drilling supervisors. They bring context rich insights drawn from real operations, helping your crew understand the “why” behind decisions.
Team Alignment
Sessions are relevant to rig and office team members, from the operator or the third party service providers. All team members play a role in reliable well delivery and by walking through real-world examples, we highlight the contribution of individual roles to the safe delivery of a project, helping everyone pull in the same direction.
What Matters To You?
Each session is built around a single topic that matters to your team, whether it’s stuck pipe, wellbore stability, or hole cleaning. All presentations include some theory to highlight the key points, supported by case studies that highlight clear, practical insights tailored to the challenge you want to tackle.
What’s The Catch?
There is no catch. These sessions are completely free and designed to be interesting on their own. If you find the insight useful and want to explore how Merlin could support your project, we would of course be happy to discuss our range of services, including engineering, training, operations support and software, at your convenience.
 
