This paper presents detailed evidence of performance improvement and cost reduction In drilling projects with continuous operations. The data includes drilling performance curves from major programs in different locations worldwide. The discussion focuses on the major parameters that contribute to learning curve development, or continuous improvement with time in the drilling operation, including:The paper also emphasizes that optimization of drilling performance and the elusive "win-win-ideal for both operator and contractor can only be achieved through continuous operations. Properly managed, continuous drilling operations provide both operator and contractor a long term, vested interest In improving drilling performance.

This paper presents detailed evidence of performance improvement and cost reduction In drilling projects with continuous operations. The data includes drilling performance curves from major programs in different locations worldwide. The discussion focuses on the major parameters that contribute to learning curve development, or continuous improvement with time in the drilling operation, including:The paper also emphasizes that optimization of drilling performance and the elusive "win-win-ideal for both operator and contractor can only be achieved through continuous operations. Properly managed, continuous drilling operations provide both operator and contractor a long term, vested interest In improving drilling performance.