Chad Hall

𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘀 Petroleum traps are geological formations that contain accumulations of oil and gas, making them essential targets for hydrocarbon exploration. Understanding the different types of petroleum traps is crucial for identifying potential reservoirs and optimizing exploration strategies. In this article, we will discuss the main types of petroleum traps, their characteristics, and their significance in the search for oil and gas reserves. *1. Structural Traps* Structural traps are formed by deformation of the Earth's crust, resulting in folds, faults, and other structural features that trap hydrocarbons. The most common types of structural traps include: - **Anticline Traps:** These traps form in areas where rock layers have been folded into an upward arch-like structure called an anticline. Hydrocarbons migrate upwards through permeable reservoir rocks and become trapped beneath impermeable cap rocks. - **Fault Traps:** Faults are fractures in the Earth's crust where movement has occurred. Fault traps occur when hydrocarbons are displaced along fault lines and become trapped against impermeable barriers. *2. Stratigraphic Traps* Stratigraphic traps are formed by variations in the sedimentary rock layers that make up the Earth's crust. These traps are less dependent on structural deformation and more on the characteristics of the sedimentary sequence. Common types of stratigraphic traps include: - **Lenticular Sands:** These traps occur when permeable sandstone layers "pinch out" or terminate abruptly, creating a localized accumulation of hydrocarbons. - **Carbonate Buildups:** In carbonate reservoirs, hydrocarbons can accumulate in porous structures such as reefs, shoals, and buildups formed by the accumulation of calcium carbonate. *3. Combination Traps* Combination traps are traps that exhibit characteristics of both structural and stratigraphic traps. They often result from a combination of structural deformation and variations in sedimentary deposition. Combination traps can be particularly complex and may require sophisticated exploration techniques to identify and assess. *4. Unconventional Traps* Unconventional traps refer to reservoirs that do not fit neatly into the categories of structural or stratigraphic traps. These include unconventional hydrocarbon resources such as shale gas, tight gas, and coalbed methane. The trapping mechanisms in unconventional reservoirs often involve factors such as organic richness, natural fractures, and matrix porosity. Photo refrence, credit : https://lnkd.in/dH9FXumM

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Energy Transfer’s plan to buy WTG Midstream, a West Texas-based and private equity-backed natural gas gatherer and processor, just got a bit less expensive — and not quite so comprehensive. Energy Transfer will still acquire WTG’s network of more than 6,000 miles of gas pipelines, eight processing plants and more, but WTG’s 20% stake in the joint-venture (JV) BANGL pipeline system is no longer part of the deal. In today’s blog, we’ll take a look at the detour from the original transaction. https://lnkd.in/gQxanMKr

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More Smokin’ Hot Deals to Be Had in the Lone Star State  Reese Energy Consulting today is following the latest buzz from the nation’s largest oil-producing state where the Texas horse trading continues among midstreamers and Eagle Ford producers. First up is Houston-based Phillips 66 (PSX), which operates a midstream powerhouse with 72,000 miles of crude oil, natural gas, and NGL pipelines, along with fractionation and gas processing—all of which serve its diverse business segment to include chemicals and refining. After a years’ long JV courtship, PSX last year acquired DCP Midstream for $3.8 billion to further beef up its NGL business following record fractionated volumes and growing export demand. The company will now add even more meat to its NGL bones in the Permian Midland with the pick-up of Pinnacle Midstream II LLC for $550 million. The deal includes the Dos Pico processing complex with 220 MMCFD of capacity, ample space for a second 220 MMCFD gas plant, and 80 miles of pipeline. In short order Houston-based WildFire Energy LLC has shrewdly executed its pure-play South Texas strategy to create the largest consolidated acreage position in the Eagle Ford. The company has now landed its fourth acquisition in three years, this time in a deal with Apache Corporation. The price was not disclosed but wraps up Apache’s non-core asset sale that fetched a total $750 million. Wildfire will gain 237,000 net acres, 11 MBOED, and interests in 465 wells. Pro forma, the company will operate 850,000 net acres, 50 MBOED, and more than 2,000 gross wells. What do you think? Learn more about REC and our crude oil, natural gas, and NGL consulting services at https://lnkd.in/ewhkGFa.

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The median deal size in the Permian Basin skyrocketed to $4.5B, a 9.5x increase despite a 53% drop in transaction activity. Major deals like ExxonMobil's acquisition of Pioneer Resources are reshaping how the market does business. Discover how this may affect deals to come. https://lnkd.in/gTprgiCb | #energy #permianbasin #acquisitions #transaction

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Exciting News from SM Energy Company and Schaper Energy Consulting is here with the scoop! SM Energy Company (NYSE: SM) has announced a game-changing $2.0 billion acquisition of Uinta Basin oil and gas assets from XCL Resources, LLC, backed by EnCap Investments L.P. and Rice Investment Group. This strategic move enhances SM Energy's position in the market and drives significant growth potential. Key Highlights: Acquisition Details: SM Energy will acquire 80% of the XCL assets for $2.04 billion, expanding its footprint with approximately 37,200 net acres and significant oil production capacity. Growth Potential: Post-acquisition, SM Energy's 2025E net production is expected to rise to approximately 195 MBoed, with oil comprising over 50% of the commodity mix. The acquisition is set to increase SM Energy's proven reserves by about 18%. Why It Matters: Financial Strength: SM Energy plans to finance the acquisition through a combination of debt and cash reserves, ensuring operational flexibility and maintaining a strong balance sheet. Return to Shareholders: With an 11% increase in the fixed quarterly dividend and a new $500 million share repurchase program, SM Energy demonstrates its commitment to shareholder value. What do you think? Learn more about Schaper Energy Consulting and our engineering services at https://schaperintl.com/.

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Permian Basin: US Oil & Gas Powerhouse That's Fueling the World! It isn't just big in Texas & New Mexico, it's a game changer for the US & beyond! This basin keeps America's energy flowing & supplies the world. Want to learn more about this fascinating region? Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/g3bqfVkq and discover the Permian Basin's history, resources, and its ongoing impact on the global energy landscape! #PermianBasin #Energy #OilAndGas #GlobalImpact #FueledByInnovation

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Reunited and It Feels So Good for TXO Energy New basin entries by oil and gas producers seem to be having a moment right now. Stories always compelling to explore—especially if their core assets happen to lie primarily in the almighty Permian or aren’t the result of an acquisition inheritance. Reese Energy Consulting today is following the latest leap outside the Perm by Midland and Delaware players betting more than a buck or two on fresh territory and inventory to expand their portfolios. We shared last week Denver-based SM Energy Company’s $2.55 billion deal for XCL Resources and a welcome howdy into the Uinta Basin that came as somewhat of a surprise for most folks. Now, Fort Worth-based TXO Partners, which operates a combined 371,000 net acres in the Texas and N.M., Permian and San Juan, has hopscotched into the Williston with two acquisitions valued at $300 million. But it’s not exactly their first rodeo there. The company, which went public last year, is led by CEO Bob Simpson—shale veteran and former CEO of XTO Energy who built a Bakken powerhouse before selling to ExxonMobil back in 2010 for $41 billion and finding a comfortable nest in the nation’s most prolific basin. Still, an old friend has a way of wooing one back.   Simpson’s return to the Williston with TXO includes acquisitions of Eagle Mountain Energy Partners and an undisclosed seller with assets in N.D., and Montana. They add 4.5 MBOED in production and proved developed reserves of 17 MMBOE. TXO in 1Q announced sales volumes of 22 MBOED. Some past romances are hard to forget. What do you think? Learn more about REC and our oil and gas consulting services in the Permian and Williston at https://lnkd.in/ewhkGFa and our natural gas online training courses at https://lnkd.in/ggd3UkJM.

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Top Permian Oil and Gas Producers: Five-Year Production #OXY has been the leader in Permian Basin production for the past five years. Currently Occidental is deepening its presence in the basin with a $12 billion acquisition of CrownRock, adding over 94,000 acres in the Midland Basin and increasing their oil output by about 170,000 barrels per day. But who else has been competing with Oxy in recent years? The list of the top 5 Permian producers included Pioneer, Windsor, EDG, OXY, and ExxonMobil. In 2023, the Permian Basin made up 46% of the U.S.'s oil supply. Other tight oil areas contributed an additional 22%. The remaining 32% came from traditional and offshore oil sources, which haven't grown in the last 15 years.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dXZ66Q3T   Rextag's Energy DataLink: One app to meet your energy research needs Try it for FREE: https://lnkd.in/deAMgKbG

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#Odorizer | In this month’s episode of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast, host Weldon Wright is joined by Kris Kimmel of YZ to discuss gas odorization and monitoring. The conversation covers some of the considerations and challenges associated with odorizing natural gas, as well as the complexities of monitoring natural gas using odorant. https://okt.to/0aSVrj #Odorization #NaturalGas #PipelinePodcastNetwork #Odorant

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🛢️ Struggling with well leaks in the Oil & Gas industry? You're not alone. Leaking wells have plagued us for decades, impacting production, safety, and the environment. But fear not! 🔍 Check out our FREE guide pinpointing common causes & 8 crucial questions to ponder before selecting a solution. Don't let leaks linger; they only worsen with time. 💡 Stay ahead and protect your operations. Click the link and get your hands on the guide now! #OilAndGas #WellLeaks #IndustryInsights #SafetyFirst https://hubs.ly/Q02v0LfJ0

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Interest in New Mexico oil and gas opportunities have skyrocketed in the last few years with some of the largest on-shore IP rates in recent months. To help oil and gas professionals navigate this new-to-many landscape and ensure that no landman gets left behind, we have prepared the Landman’s Guide to New Mexico. Download the guide today: https://hubs.la/Q02r8r-m0 #HELG #NewMexicoOilandGas

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Completions power American Energy Independence. Major credit is owed to the technology for reversing the decline in US oil production and propelling it from 5.9 million B/D in 1999 to almost 13 million B/D today - making the US the world’s top producer. As the bedrock of the energy transition, oil and gas remains an important part of our energy mix today. That’s why we need innovative solutions to drive performance and decarbonize operations. Our bio-based chemistries support American industry and minimize carbon emissions. Environmentally friendly. Cost-effective. Performance enhancing. Farm to Wellhead®. Jim H. Neil Hayes Chris Carpenter Eric "Scooby" Hellekson Darin Oswald B.Sc. Craig Carnahan Chance Davenport Tyler Flynt #LFSChemistry #energy #oilandgasindustry #farmtowellhead #completions

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The US Gulf Coast region faces a significant risk of natural gas basis dislocation through the next five years due to midstream challenges arising from the interplay of growing export-driven demand and the expanding supply of associated gas from the Permian Basin. Adding to the complexity are the regulatory hurdles in constructing new interstate pipelines. In yesterday’s live briefing, we discussed the key takeaways from our US Gulf Coast Gas Midstream Dynamics: View to 2030 analysis, considering recent market developments impacting supply and demand, and how they might change the outlook. #globalgas #outlook #shalegas #midstream #pipelines #bidenadministration

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Permian Resources continues to make moves in its core acreage areas in the Delaware Basin and progress realizing synergies related to its $4.5 billion acquisition of Earthstone Energy, the company said in a May 7 earnings release. The company raised its tally of first-quarter acquisitions to about $270 million. In January, the company said it would acquire Delaware leasehold in two bolt-on deals. The two transactions added 11,500 net leasehold acres and 4,000 net royalty acres in Eddy County, New Mexico, for $175 million. Permian Resources said it continues to strengthen its acreage position in the core of the Delaware through bolt-on acquisitions and additional properties acquired through its ongoing grassroots program. The bolt-on deals, from undisclosed third-party sellers, consist of predominantly undeveloped acreage offset by Permian Resources' “highly capital efficient Parkway asset,” the company said. Inventory on the acquired acreage comprises two-mile locations with high net revenue interests, which the company said would immediately compete for capital. The company closed one transaction during the first quarter. The second is pending and expected to close late in the second quarter. "The acquired acreage is analogous to our high-quality Parkway position. This area represents one of the highest returning assets within our portfolio, with returns driven by reduced D&C costs and strong oil cuts. We are excited to begin development on the acquired acreage later this year," said Co-CEO Will Hickey. Permian Resources also continues to execute on its ground game through smaller grassroots acquisitions and leasehold transactions. During the first quarter, the company completed approximately 150 grassroots leasing and working interest acquisitions. The majority of these acquisitions are slated for near-term development, making them highly accretive, the company said. Through the combined efforts, the company said it had added approximately 11,200 net leasehold acres and 4,500 net royalty acres—slightly less leasehold and more royalty acres than disclosed in January. Permian Resources said the acquisitions were transacted at approximately $9,500 per net leasehold acre and approximately $5,000 per net royalty acre after adjusting for production value. Permian Resources has identified approximately 110 gross operated locations on the acquired properties. In total, these acquisitions contributed less than 100 boe/d of total production in the first quarter. Permian Resources additionally reported that the integration of its $4.5 billion Earthstone deal is ahead of schedule. Permian Resources, which acquired Earthstone in November, upped its annual synergy target from the deal by $50 million to $225 million.

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Elevate your team's collaboration with mobile data collection and transform insights into actionable outcomes. Learn how we helped a client in the Permian Basin transition to non-emitting solutions, positioning them as industry leaders in a changing world. Learn more here about our Process & Power services! >> https://hubs.li/Q02pFvwb0

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