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THOR water bath FAT
THOR is currently undergoing a FAT for a client and due to be deployed shortly in a heavy oil environment where oil viscosity is having a negative impact on production. The client approached Cavitas to help mitigate against these challenges. A THOR deployment allowed them to deliver a targeted downhole heat programme – to lower…
THOR EOR deployment – California
THOR recently completed an EOR deployment for an operator in California. The client was experiencing low production with high viscosity and encountering wax and asphaltene build up near the well bore which THOR excels at resolving. With THOR set at the perforations (1,500ft MD) and heating radially into the reservoir up to 50ft, the targeted…
Vacancy – Project Engineer
This role will be based onsite at our Aberdeen office and open to UK residents only Position: Project EngineerLocation: Cavitas, 21 Denmore Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8JW.Reports to: Lead Design & Manufacturing Engineer Job ObjectiveCavitas is expanding the deployments of its THOR downhole heater globally and requires a Project Engineer to assist with…
Meet the team – Xuelian Yang
Xuelian, with an impressive track record spanning four years as a dedicated member of team Cavitas, plays a pivotal role in the company as accountant. Armed with a solid educational foundation, Xuelian’s qualifications include a degree in accounting and finance, along with a master’s degree in International Business. Prior to joining Cavitas, Xuelian gained valuable…
Meet the team behind THOR – Ray Lawrence
Ray Lawrence, Lead Design and Manufacturing Engineer, has a strong background in engineering and design, playing a crucial role in driving innovation and ensuring the successful implementation of cutting-edge technologies. Currently, Ray is pursuing his BEng in Mechanical Engineering, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. This academic pursuit equips him with the…
Meet the team behind THOR – Nick Simmister
Nick Simmister is a highly accomplished professional in the field of petroleum geoscience, currently serving as the Subsurface Manager for Cavitas Energy. Under his direction, the team has achieved remarkable success in bringing THOR, a groundbreaking downhole heater, from concept to commercial pilot stage. Nick holds an MSc in Petroleum Geoscience from Aberdeen University, which…
Vacancy – Field Engineer
Position: Field Engineer Location: Cavitas, 21 Denmore Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8JW Reports to: Lead Design & Manufacturing Engineer Cavitas is expanding the deployments of the THOR downhole heater globally and requires a Field Engineer to assist with this. THOR is similar in its deployment to an Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP), so experience with the deployment…
VALOR ENERGY GROUP GOLF DAY AT MURCAR LINKS GOLF CLUB
Last Friday saw the first annual Valor Energy Group golf day take place at Murcar Links Golf Club, and what an event it was! With 7 teams entered by each of the Group companies, clients and suppliers joined a total of 28 players in what was to be a very closely contested event. Players of all levels shot…
Vacancy – Commercial Proposals Engineer
Position: Commercial Proposals Engineer Location: Cavitas, 21 Denmore Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8JW Reports to: Subsurface Manager – Cavitas Energy Job Objective Support and manage all commercial proposal requirements of the business. Responsible for bid, tender and proposal co-ordination, identifying adjustments and improvements for new contracts, bidding on new projects, as-well-as negotiating contract…
Vacancy – Commercial Manager
Position: Commercial Manager Location: Cavitas, 21 Denmore Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8JW Reports to: Chief Executive Officer – Valor Energy Group Key Responsibilities Recognising business opportunities and creating bids to win new business Ensure employees move in the same strategic direction to achieve company’s mission Taking responsibility for the financial management of projects Strategically…
THOR – Built and shipped!
Cavitas Energy Limited Managing Director, Steve Johnstone, takes a moment to talk about forthcoming projects. If you have: · Viscous oil production challenges.· Downhole wax/asphaltene flow assurance challenges.· Premature ‘liquid-loading’ in gas wells. Then THOR may well be the solution. To find out more about the most cost-efficient, lowest carbon, targeted downhole heater available on…
Aberdeen Firm To Test Industry First Technology In California
An Aberdeen-based oil well technology company has reached agreement with a US heavy oil producing operator to conduct a pilot test in a well to be equipped with a revolutionary in-the-well oil recovery device called THOR. The U.S. oil producer, Santa Maria Energy, LLC (SME) located in Santa Barbara County, California USA, will utilise a…
Cavitas Energy receives funding support OGTC
Thermal enhanced oil recovery specialist, Cavitas Energy, is the most recent innovative technology firm to receive funding support from technology accelerator, the Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC). Developing an industry-changing technological solution for heavy oil, Cavitas has been awarded funding which will be dedicated to the fast-track development of their 3rd Thermal Heavy Oil Recovery…
Cavitas Energy Launches Reservoir Simulation Service With Rock Flow Dynamics
Cavitas Energy, international enhanced oil recovery specialist, has announced that bespoke reservoir modelling will be the latest addition to their current portfolio of services. Working in partnership with Rock Flow Dynamics (RFD), the developers of subsurface analysis technology tNavigator®, Cavitas will spearhead small and large scale reservoir modelling of Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques and…
Cavitas Energy appoint new design and manufacturing engineer due to continued growth
Cavitas Energy, the Enhanced Oil Recovery Specialist, has seen continued growth with the appointment of Design and Manufacturing Engineer Ray Lawrence. Joining from Peak Well Systems as R & D Testing Specialist, Ray brings more than 12 years of Oil and Gas engineering experience to the team at Cavitas. Cavitas have secured Ray at a…
Valor launches with immediate acquisition of Cavitas Energy and further acquisitions planned
Valor PPA Ltd, a specialist growth engine, has officially launched with the acquisition of Aberdeen based firm Cavitas Energy. The Aberdeen-based growth engine which started in August 2017, has opened its doors with the purchase of enhanced heavy oil recovery specialist Cavitas Energy. A seven figure investment has ensured that Valor have added, what they…
Technological innovation is making it easier for oil companies to maximise production from their existing assets.
Enhanced Oil Recovery Article (Nov 16)
Ogic invests more than £85,000 into new Scottish oil and gas technology R&D projects
The Oil and Gas Innovation Centre (Ogic) is investing more than £85,000 into three projects which have the potential to cut operating costs and improve efficiency in the offshore industry around the world. The cash will help three companies working with Scottish universities to develop innovative technology with direct applications to current challenges. Some of…
New company enters the market to improve production
Founded in early 2015, Cavitas Energy was born from a six-figure investment and is set to introduce a new suite of devices based around the company’s Cavitas Generator in response to industry challenges. Formed by a strong management team with over 25 years collective experience in the oil and gas industry, Cavitas is set to…