The AAPG Memoir 66 (1994) describes in detail geo-microbiology, seepage mechanisms, dynamics and design parameters. Relationships of specific microbes, populations or cross-plots vs. C1-5 and more recent R&D by AE&E company is patented and confidential. This is what distinguishes MGGE and 4D Integration from conventional geochemistry-only by competitors and gives our company a leading edge in the industry. Results over 10 years, ca. 100 surveys and 72 wells provide ample evidence of the technology and success rates - see graph below. Commercial discoveries (based on initial rates) were called by the clients, not by AE&E.
From lookback studies, most inconclusive results (4 discoveries, 2 failures) were caused by sub-optimal survey objectives defined by the client, improper design or undersampling - see slide below, bullets 1-3. Another possible reason can be that calibration wells provided by the client were no valid ‘analogs’: e.g. a well declared ‘dry’ was never really tested or had deeper undrilled but HC-bearing objectives, which MGCE would also detect. It is important that both client and company jointly discuss the available well data and the best survey design, which is most appropriate to meet the business objectives.
Note: This FAQ list is not complete and only addresses the most frequentely asked questions. It will be updated, improved and completed over time after more engagements with clients. Other obvious questions are normally answered directly during company presentations. For more background information, please read the AE&E Technologies company introduction brochure provided during earlier visits or on request.
