Application of Sequence Stratigraphy to Reservoir Zonation and Characterization

Dear Colleagues,

Hydrocarbon production relies on a sequence stratigraphic framework from the first exploration stage to the last production development project of a field.

Misrepresented or neglected geological features may jeopardize asset value by generating reservoir flow models with poor predictability or being unable to match production history. Therefore, one of the main factors impacting the quality of the geological model is the stratigraphic description of a reservoir.

Reservoir zonation and characterization is an essential application of sequence stratigraphy (SS) in the petroleum industry. High-resolution sequence stratigraphy assesses reservoir continuity, compartmentalization, and the representative distribution of facies and their properties into 3D models. These features must be precisely represented in adjusted geological and fluid flow models to forecast production performance, guide reservoir management, optimize production, and increase the recovery factor.

Although SS maturity has been achieved in recent years, advances in its application in reservoir geology are still needed. Hence, the present Special Issue intends to gather a selection of papers reporting the latest research and case studies on the current trends in this area. Research should address SS application to reservoir zonation and characterization and explore innovative integration with geological and fluid flow models.

We welcome contributions concerning:

• Conceptual reviews on multi-scale stratigraphic cycles and sequence hierarchies;
• Advances in stratigraphic forward modeling at reservoir scale;
• Support of geotechnologies on stratigraphic analysis of cores and outcrops;
• Outcrop analogues studies for reservoir zonation and characterization;
• Case studies on how SS application led to production optimization and recovery factor increase in clastic, carbonate, and unconventional reservoirs.

Papers submitted to this Special Issue will be subject to a rigorous peer-review process focusing on rapid and wide dissemination of research results, developments, and applications.

Dr. Jorge Magalhaes
Dr. Claiton Marlon Dos Santos Scherer
Guest Editors

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• high-resolution sequence stratigraphy
• cyclicity
• reservoir scale
• reservoir zonation and characterization
• production optimization
• recovery factor increase

Dear Colleagues,

Hydrocarbon production relies on a sequence stratigraphic framework from the first exploration stage to the last production development project of a field.

Misrepresented or neglected geological features may jeopardize asset value by generating reservoir flow models with poor predictability or being unable to match production history. Therefore, one of the main factors impacting the quality of the geological model is the stratigraphic description of a reservoir.

Reservoir zonation and characterization is an essential application of sequence stratigraphy (SS) in the petroleum industry. High-resolution sequence stratigraphy assesses reservoir continuity, compartmentalization, and the representative distribution of facies and their properties into 3D models. These features must be precisely represented in adjusted geological and fluid flow models to forecast production performance, guide reservoir management, optimize production, and increase the recovery factor.

Although SS maturity has been achieved in recent years, advances in its application in reservoir geology are still needed. Hence, the present Special Issue intends to gather a selection of papers reporting the latest research and case studies on the current trends in this area. Research should address SS application to reservoir zonation and characterization and explore innovative integration with geological and fluid flow models.

We welcome contributions concerning:

• Conceptual reviews on multi-scale stratigraphic cycles and sequence hierarchies;
• Advances in stratigraphic forward modeling at reservoir scale;
• Support of geotechnologies on stratigraphic analysis of cores and outcrops;
• Outcrop analogues studies for reservoir zonation and characterization;
• Case studies on how SS application led to production optimization and recovery factor increase in clastic, carbonate, and unconventional reservoirs.