Few locations present as many challenges for drilling as the Arctic. It is one of the most hostile environments in the world, with some of the most remote locations, the toughest logistics challenges, and the largest gaps in infrastructure on the planet. One solution to reduce risk to personnel and the environment and to optimize cost was to use directional drilling and to log the well remotely. Advances in data, communication, and transmission technology have made this possible.
Challenges of Remote Operations
Implementing remote operations is not simple and definitely cannot be accomplished without thorough planning.
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