Downhole Gauges Save Rig Time in Extended Well Tests and Provide Unique Long Term Pressure Data

In the 3rd quarter of 2006, Qatar Shell drilled and tested the second of two vertical appraisal wells in the North Field of Qatar<br>as part of their world scale Pearl Gas To Liquids development. While the primary well objectives were linked to data<br>acquisition, it was also required to suspend the well and convert it to a development producer at a later date.