Core Laboratories Inc. has opened its new ‘Unconventional Core Analysis Laboratory’ in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, marking a key milestone in its efforts to meet the evolving needs of the energy sector.
Developed in collaboration with its partner Abdulla Fouad Group, the cutting-edge facility features advanced proprietary instrumentation to provide comprehensive core and fluid analysis services tailored to unconventional reservoirs.
By introducing Core Lab’s pioneering technologies in the region, the facility aims to deliver in-depth insights into unconventional reservoir properties, thereby assisting the operator in enhancing the appraisal, development, and production of these unconventional fields.
Larry Bruno, CEO of Core Laboratories, commented that, “The introduction of these laboratory capabilities represents a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to support the energy sector’s evolving needs. This collaboration with Abdulla Fouad reflects our shared vision of leveraging innovative solutions to address the complexities of unconventional resource development.”
With advanced proprietary instrumentation, senior scientists can perform enhanced petrophysical analysis and digital rock characterization by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and analytical techniques such as dual energy CT-scanning, high-frequency Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (“NMR”), and Core’s proprietary PRISM™ workflow.
These services provide clients with detailed reservoir rock and fluid characterization, facilitating informed decision-making throughout the appraisal, development, and production lifecycle.
Furthermore, this move highlights Core’s dedication to expanding its global presence while enhancing service delivery in key energy markets. The Abdulla Fouad Core Lab facility is set to emerge as a central hub for unconventional core analysis in the region, strengthening the company’s position as a pioneer in reservoir optimization technologies.
