Comparison between Kick Occurrences in the Gulf of Mexico and Offshore Norway

摘要

In this article we discuss kick occurrences during offshore operations in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) and in the Norwegian sector of North Sea. The comparison between these two geographic areas is feasible because of similarities in the regulatory regimes and reporting requirements. Various factors, both natural and man-made, have been evaluated in attempt to explain the elevated occurrences of kicks in GOM. The information for this article is part of a recently completed BSEE-sponsored research project on kicks and loss of well control (LOWC) worldwide.