Offshore Drilling and New Technologies Application

This webinar provides a focused overview of emerging technologies shaping the future of offshore drilling. It examines how innovation in automation, digital monitoring, and advanced materials is improving safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in offshore operations. Participants will gain practical insights into technology adoption, performance optimization, and the evolving digital ecosystem supporting modern offshore projects.
Webinar Objectives
• Overview of offshore drilling systems
• Pre-BOP and post-BOP operations
• Top-hole drilling operation
• New technologies applicable for offshore drilling systems (DGD, CML, etc.)
About the Presenter
Dr. Behzad Elahifar Associate Professor at NTNU (Geoscience and Petroleum Engineering Department)
Education:
Ph.D. in Drilling Engineering, University of Leoben, Austria, 2013
MEng in Petroleum Well Engineering, Curtin University of Technology, Australia, 2006
BSc in Drilling Engineering, Petroleum University of Technology, Iran, 2004
Working Experience:
2019 - Present: Associate Professor, Geoscience and Petroleum Eng Department (NTNU)
2019: Project Manager, NOV (National Oil Well Varco) Company
2014 - 2019: Project Manager/Drilling Engineer (MPD), Enhanced Drilling Company
2013 - 2014: Drilling Engineer, Advanced Drilling Solutions Company (TDE)
2009 - 2013: Drilling Instructor/Researcher, University of Leoben
2006 - 2009: Drilling Supervisor, NIOC (National Iranian Oil Company
2006: Night Drilling Supervisor, PPZ (Pars Petro Zagros)
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