Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production, Second Edition is a comprehensive and current introduction to the upstream
industry, drawing together the many inter-disciplinary links within the industry. It presents all the major stages
in the life of an oil or gas field, from gaining access to opportunity, through exploration, appraisal, development
planning, production, and finally to decommissioning. It also explains the fiscal and commercial environment in
which oil and gas field development takes place.
The book is written for industry professionals who wish to be better informed about the basic technical and commercial
methods, concepts and techniques used in the upstream oil and gas business. The authors are the founders of TRACS
International, a company which has provided training and consultancy in Exploration and Production related issues
for many clients world-wide since 1992.
Key Features:
Clearly written in a concise and straightforward manner
Features detailed technical illustrations to maximize learning
Presents major advances in the industry, including technical methods for field evaluation and development and
techniques used for managing risk within the business
Developed from TRACS International course materials, discussions with clients, and material available in the
public domain