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Well Engineering Partners
About us
Well Engineering Partners (WEP) delivers well consultancy services, quality project management, drilling supervision and well engineering to small and medium-sized operators in the geothermal energy, oil & gas and solution mining industry.
The aim of our qualified well engineering and field team is to be dedicated to deliver a complete and high-quality product directly focused on the customer’s needs. The Well Engineering Partners team will guide and support you during the complete project.
Proven Track Record
Combining expertise and experience
Consistent Quality
A dedicated team for scalable solutions and project stability
Why Partner Together With Us
Since its establishment in 1996 Well Engineering Partners (WEP) has built up a decent track record in well engineering and drilling management. The key business facts and achievements are delivered with our team of 30 engineers and extensive network of experts.
Dozens of companies have transformed their ideas for a new well system or malfunctioning well into the realization of a quality well that works using Well Engineering Partners as a trusted partner and advisor. Since the start, we are involved in the oil and gas industry.
Well Engineering Partners works closely with operators. In doing so, wells are protected against drilling and intervention risks, improving the lifecycle of the wells. We support as well in completing the lifecycle by decommissioning and (post)-abandonment support. At the same time the value of the asset is maximized and legacy is optimized, giving everyone a sense of peace of mind.
Our vision, mission, and values guide us in everything we do
Our company’s Vision, Mission, and Values are the foundation of our culture. They guide our strategy, define our goals, and serve as a constant reminder of WEP’s high performing, innovative and empowered culture.
Our Vision, Mission, and Values are inspired by our team, our engagement with clients, our history, and our positive future.
WEP has a strong focus on innovative, creative, and flexible solutions to realise and manage the client’s asset during the complete well life cycle at a safe, cost-efficient, optimum and fit-for-purpose manner.
These guiding principles help ensure that our company will continue to provide next-generation well solutions to connect to the earth’ potential and partner together to a sustainable world for many years to come.
Our Mission
To be the world’s best available well design, well engineering, drilling supervision, project management support, and technical services firm delivering the most suitable and if required innovative solutions that provide excellent value to our partners (our clients).
Our Vision
Providing well solutions for the best connection to the earth’s potential.
Our Values
Our values are based on safety, integrity, excellence, and collaborative efforts.
- PEOPLE are the core of our business.
- CLIENTS are our valued partners.
- Pursuing EXCELLENCE is our commitment.
- SAFETY and INTEGRITY results in sustainability.
- Sustainable GROWTH is imperative.
What other business say about us
“The experienced and structured approach of WEP has proven itself through safe and timely execution according to plan. The all encompassing contingency preparedness caters to each situation at hand, which might arise onsite. Teamwork, professionalism and a reliable back office allow for a deep trust to and from the rig crew as well as service providers.”
“I have worked with WEP on various projects over the course of 8 years. Some team members have changed over time, but the quality and reliability of the service has always been at a high level. WEP's broad experience helped us to quickly find solutions to challenging situations.”
“Nedmag and WEP have a long-standing relationship. WEP provides primarily well engineering services for new wells, well repairs and well abandonment, but also related services in fields like geology, geomechanics and cavern development. Over the years, we have experienced WEP as safety and environment focused, flexible, punctual, knowledgeable, reliable and systematic. For Nedmag, WEP is what they call themselves: Well Engineering Partners. With the emphasis on Partners.”
Management
Well Engineering Partners History
Our company’s Vision, Mission, and Values are the foundation of our culture. They guide our strategy, define our goals, and serve as a constant reminder of WEP’s high performing, innovative and empowered culture.
Our Vision, Mission, and Values are inspired by our team, our engagement with clients, our history, and our positive future.
WEP has a strong focus on innovative, creative, and flexible solutions to realise and manage the client’s asset during the complete well life cycle at a safe, cost-efficient, optimum and fit-for-purpose manner.
These guiding principles help ensure that our company will continue to provide next-generation well solutions to connect to the earth’ potential and partner together to a sustainable world for many years to come.
Geothermal facts
WEP delivered its first geothermal well in 2006 in the Netherlands. In the years after, WEP has grown to the leading geothermal well engineering & drilling management company in the Netherlands. Almost 95% of all geothermal wells in the Netherlands are delivered by WEP. These wells are over 147km worth and produce more than 330MWth of sustainable thermal energy.
- 165KM Total length of geothermal wells delivered
- >5200TJ Sustainable thermal energy production
- 4500M TVD deepest geothermal well
- >96% Engineered geothermal wells in The Netherlands
Geothermal facts
WEP delivered its first geothermal well in 2006 in the Netherlands. In the years after, WEP has grown to the leading geothermal well engineering & drilling management company in the Netherlands. Almost 95% of all geothermal wells in the Netherlands are delivered by WEP. These wells are over 147km worth and produce more than 330MWth of sustainable thermal energy.
- 165KM Total length of geothermal wells delivered
- >5200TJ Sustainable thermal energy production
WEP’s timeline with milestones
August 31, 2022
Well Engineering Partners 25 Years
Well Engineering Partners celebrated its 25th anniversary!
January 01, 2017
100 km of Geothermal Wells
WEP drilled more than 100 km of geothermal wells over 20 projects.
June 01, 2011
Merger of WEP and PGMi
The merger of WEP and PGMi (Petrogas Minerals international B.V.)
June 01, 2008
WEP moved to Hoogeveen
WEP moved to Hoogeveen, This became its new head office.
June 01, 2006
WEP’s first geothermal project
WEP (as former PGMi, founded by Dick Swart) starts its first geothermal project. Engineering and managing the drilling of geothermal wells in Heerlen.
August 01, 1997
WEP’s first oil&gas project
WEP starts its first oil&gas project. Executing an extended ERD study for NAM.
July 01, 1996
WEP’s first salt project
WEP starts its first salt project. Engineering and managing Workover operations for several salt wells of Nedmag.The purpose was to convert these wells from lithostatic to squeeze production.
June 01, 1996
WEP’s Establishment
WEP was established in 1996 by Tom Bakker in Vries, the Netherlands
Associations
Well Engineering Partners and its engineers are members of several national and international associations. By participating in these associations we are: sharing our experiences and knowledge, learning from others with the best practices, keeping up to date with latest developments, strengthening our networks in our industries, and promoting and stimulating particular industries (national and international).
EGEC – European Geothermal Energy Council
EGEC, the European Geothermal Energy Council, is a non-profit international organisation founded in 1998 to promote the European geothermal industry and enable its development both in Europe and worldwide, by shaping policy, improving business condition, and driving more research and development.
Geothermie Nederland
Geothermie Nederland, established in 2021 through the merger of Platform Geothermie and DAGO, serves as the leading association for the Dutch geothermal sector, bringing together companies and organizations committed to advancing sustainable and affordable heat solutions for both citizens and businesses.
IADC – International Association of Drilling Contractors
The International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) is dedicated to enhancing the interests of the oil-and-gas and geothermal drilling and completion industry worldwide.
Downloads
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