Field Tie-Back and Digital Oilfield 2nd – 6th June 2025

Course Overview

“Field Tie-Back and Digital Oilfield” is a comprehensive 5-day training program that combines two pivotal elements of modern oil and gas development: subsea field tie-back systems and the integration of advanced digital technologies in oilfield operations. The course provides a detailed understanding of field tie-back strategies, including the design, installation, and maintenance of subsea infrastructure, pipelines, and risers that transport hydrocarbons to onshore or offshore processing facilities. It further addresses the transformative role of digital oilfield technologies in optimising operations, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and improving field performance.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the concepts, components, and engineering principles of subsea field tie-back systems.

2. Analyse the design, installation, and operational challenges of subsea pipelines, risers, and flowlines.

3. Apply flow assurance techniques to maintain system integrity and minimise downtime.

4. Explore digital oilfield technologies, including real-time monitoring, automation, and data analytics.

5. Implement integrated digital systems for performance optimisation and asset management.

6. Develop strategies to overcome operational challenges in field tie-back and digital oilfield systems.

Target Audience

• Subsea engineers and project managers

• Field operations and production engineers

• Digital transformation specialists in oil and gas

• HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) professionals

• Asset integrity and pipeline maintenance teams

• Oilfield automation and IT professionals

Daily Agenda

Day One: Introduction to Field Tie-Back Systems

• Overview of subsea production and field tie-back concepts

• Components of field tie-back systems: subsea wells, flowlines, risers, and umbilicals

• Design considerations for subsea tie-back projects

• Challenges in field tie-back, including long-distance tie-backs

• Case study: Successful offshore-to-onshore tie-back projects

Day Two: Subsea Infrastructure Design and Installation

• Subsea pipeline and riser design principles

• Material selection for deepwater environments

• Installation techniques: pipeline laying and subsea connection methods

• Inspection, maintenance, and integrity management of subsea systems

• Workshop: Analysing tie-back design parameters for specific field scenarios

Day Three: Flow Assurance and System Integrity

• Introduction to flow assurance challenges: hydrates, wax, and slugging

• Methods for mitigating flow disruptions: thermal management, inhibitors, and pigging

• Pressure management and pipeline integrity monitoring

• System reliability and troubleshooting subsea tie-back issues

• Hands-on session: Flow assurance calculations and analysis

Day Four: Digital Oilfield Concepts and Technologies

• Overview of the digital oilfield and its role in modern operations

• Real-time data acquisition, monitoring, and control systems

• Integration of automation, sensors, and communication technologies

• Data analytics and machine learning for predictive maintenance

• Workshop: Designing a digital oilfield framework for remote field operations

Day Five: Digital Oilfield Applications and Case Studies

• Applications of IoT (Internet of Things) and big data in oilfield operations

• Remote asset monitoring and performance optimisation

• Implementing digital twins for field simulation and performance forecasting

• Case studies: Successful deployment of digital oilfield solutions in field tie-back operations

• Final group activity: Developing an integrated field tie-back and digital oilfield strategy

Why Choose this Course?

This training program provides a unique combination of subsea engineering expertise and digital technology integration, enabling participants to enhance the performance, efficiency, and safety of oil and gas operations. Through hands-on sessions and case studies, participants gain practical knowledge applicable to modern field developments.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, participants will:

1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of subsea field tie-back systems and infrastructure.

2. Apply flow assurance techniques to ensure uninterrupted production and system integrity.

3. Leverage digital oilfield technologies to enhance monitoring, automation, and decision-making.

4. Identify challenges and implement solutions for both field tie-back and digital systems.

5. Integrate modern tools for predictive maintenance and asset performance optimisation.