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Raising the bar: Industry rethinks MPD training to close competency gaps

By Stephen Whitfield, Senior Editor While the managed pressure drilling (MPD) sector has grown substantially in recent years, the available pool of experienced personnel remains limited. The field requires high-level, localized technical training and hands-on operational experience, as well as deep knowledge of hydraulics and narrow downhole pressure limits. As MPD is distinct from conventional …

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