Posts by Hannah Michie
Case Study: 6.5x Increased Oil Production & Water Cut Halved
Overview A Californian operator with challenging heavy oil requested our THOR downhole heater to provide targeted, controllable and low carbon in well hating at the perforations which: Increased oil production by 6.5x more than steam Halved the water cut Increased in Revenue by $505,000 per well per year Break even in 29 days …
Read MoreHow THOR is Leading a Cleaner Future for Oil Recovery
This year’s Earth Day theme – “Our Power, Our Planet” – an emphasis on harnessing renewable and sustainable energy to build a healthy and resilient future for communities. At Cavitas, that message is at the heart of what we do. We believe energy solutions should power progress without compromising the planet. That’s why we developed…
Read MoreUnderstanding THOR: The Future of Enhanced Oil Recovery
In the energy industry where demands are rising and environmental pressure is growing, innovation is everything. That’s where THOR by Cavitas Energy comes in – a breakthrough in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) technology that’s not only more effective, but cleaner, faster and more cost-efficient. ⚙️ What is THOR? THOR stands for THermal Oil Recovery –…
Read MoreTHOR: Turning Heavy Oil into a Light Oil
Things are heating up at Cavitas! Did you know THOR, our downhole heating can slash carbon footprint of thermal operations by up to 65% compared to steam methods? – but why is heating so important in the first place? Heavy oil and extra heavy oil make up 40% of the world’s remaining reserves. Unlike light…
Read MoreTHOR vs Traditional EOR Methods
Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Heavy oil production raises environmental concerns, including increased greenhouse gas emissions from injected substances, high water consumption, and waste generation. Operators continuously strive to optimise recovery while maintaining cost efficiency. Thermal Enhanced Oil Recovery Cavitas Energy’s THOR technology presents a groundbreaking solution, significantly enhancing production rates and delivering greater long-term value…
Read MoreCavitas ‘Highly Commended’ at OAA ‘Emerging Technology’ Award for THOR Innovation
Cavitas are incredibly proud to have their hard work recognised with the Offshore Achievement Award for Emerging Technology. What began as a small team has grown into a dynamic force, driving innovation in oil recovery technology on a global scale. From refining the THOR technology to delivering impactful field deployments worldwide, this is…
Read MoreCase Study: Extra Heavy Oil.
Overview An American Independent Company facing extra heavy oil that did not flow with artificial lift requested Cavitas THOR. THOR provided targeted, controllable and low carbon in well heating of the perforation which: Increased oil production from 0 to over 60 bopd Allows reserves to be booked & field developed Over…
Read MoreWhere to Deploy THOR for Maximum Impact?
Unlocking the Full Potential of THOR’s Downhole Heating Technology THOR, Cavitas’ targeted downhole heater, is revolutionising Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) by applying low-carbon thermal energy exactly where it’s needed most – whether at the well’s perforations or above the perforations below the pump. But where should you deploy THOR for the best results? THOR…
Read MoreCavitas Energy Named Finalist for the 2025 Offshore Achievement Awards in Emerging Technology
Cavitas Energy is delighted to announce that we have been named a finalist in the prestigious Emerging Technology category at the 2025 Offshore Achievement Awards (OAA). This recognition underscores our commitment to innovation in the energy sector. For the past eight years, our small but dedicated team has been developing THOR, our revolutionary targeted downhole…
Read MoreCavitas 2024: Our Year in Review
Cavitas 2024 Best Bits As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on an exceptional year for Cavitas. From groundbreaking deployments across the globe, to team growth and innovative achievements. Let’s discover Cavitas’ top highlights: TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION THOR’s Global Impact Cavitas’ THOR technology has been at the revolutionising heavy oil production, achieving impressive milestones in…
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