SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference and Exhibition 3–5 February 2026

Be at the Cutting Edge of Fracturing Technology
Dive into the forefront of hydraulic fracturing innovation at the upcoming 2026 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference and Exhibition!
This highly anticipated event will convene industry pioneers from around the world to explore groundbreaking developments and best practices in hydraulic fracturing.
Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the field, this event offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with influential professionals, gain insights into emerging trends, explore the latest technologies on the sold-out exhibition floor and shape the trajectory of your career through exceptional networking opportunities.

Don’t miss your chance uncover the height of hydraulic fracturing technology at the 2026 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference and Exhibition!

By attending the SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference, you will have the opportunity to:

• Learn from Industry Leaders and gain actionable knowledge that you can take back to your team
• Discover Innovative Technology and developments that are shaping the future of the industry
• Expand Your Professional Network to connect with industry leaders, form new partnerships, and strengthen existing relationships within the hydraulic fracturing community
• Contribute to Critical Conversations addressing the most pressing issues in hydraulic fracturing today

AGENDA:

Dr. Stephen A. Holditch Opening Plenary: Hydraulic Fracturing 2035: Goals, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

Date: Tuesday, 3 February
Time: 0930 – 1130
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-8
Format: General / Plenary

Moderators

• Elena Melchert, President – Energia Consulting LLC

Operational Intelligence driving Execution Excellence

Date: Tuesday, 3 February
Time: 1300 – 1650
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Format: Technical Session

This session explores how real-time measurements, simulation-driven workflows, and advanced scheduling strategies are transforming the execution of hydraulic fracturing. Presentations will highlight innovations in closed-loop completions, simul-frac optimization, and pressure diagnostics that drive operational efficiency and capital effectiveness.

Session Chairpersons

• Matthew Jones – Occidental Petroleum Corp.
• Amit Singh – Chevron Corporation

Agenda

1300-1345
Paper #230613
Transforming Hydraulic Fracturing: The First-Ever Closed-Loop Completions Program
A. Navaiz, Halliburton; M. Paradeis, Chevron Corporation; P. Stark, Halliburton

1345-1410
Paper #230654
Simul-/zipper-frac Scheduling Optimization To Enhance Pad Completion Efficiency And Economics
Y. Zhang, The University of Texas At Austin; D. Cao, T. Williams, Devon Energy Corporation; P. Ashok, D. Chen, E. van Oort, The University of Texas At Austin

1410-1435
Paper #230647
Employing Live Subsurface Measurements To Support Intelligent Decision-Making Workflows While Fracturing
K. Fatheree, Seismos; C. Cipolla, J. Lassek, Hess Corp.

1535-1600
Paper #230625
Simulation-Driven Optimization of Simultaneous Frac Execution Strategies: Trade-Off Analysis of 2- and 3-Well Simul-Frac, Cost Models, Operational Efficiency, Flow Rates, and Stage Lengths
B. Eidson, PrePad; L. Porras Mendoza, M.P. Zimmerman, K. Matiasz, Birchcliff Energy Ltd; C.C. Cole, M. Rodriguez, Chevron

1600-1625
Paper #230603
Low-Frequency Water Hammer Reflection Time Predicitve Modeling with Gauge-Based Bottomhole Pressure Validation for Hydraulic Fracturing Diagnostics
A. Khan, S. Kurniadi, E. Ugarte, SLB

1625-1650
Paper #230661
Zipper Annular Completions In The Nisku Formation
M. Gunn, B. Toronchuk, STEP Energy Services; C. Fulowski, Aspenleaf Energy Limited

Alternate Papers

Paper #230655
Journey To A 100% Natural Gas-powered Hydraulic Fracturing Site: Stepwise Innovation And Deployment Strategies For Full Scale Transition
J. Boyer, N. Riviere, N. Getschel, STEP Energy Services

Paper #230616
Adaptive Target Setting In Completion Operations: A Multi-method Data-driven Framework For Fleet Performance Optimization
S. Poludasu, M. McLean, J. Wallis, C. Everts, NexTier Oilfield Solutions

Well Interactions and Parent Child Dynamics

Date: Tuesday, 3 February
Time: 1300 – 1650
Location: Waterway Ballroom 5-8
Format: Technical Session

Parent child interaction dynamics are discussed using various diagnostic technologies such as fiberoptic monitoring, surface pressure measurements, chemical tracers and FMI for both oilfield and geothermal applications. The diagnostics are supplemented with modeling, geomechanical analysis and classification of the interaction.

Session Chairpersons

• Michael Mayerhofer – Liberty Energy
• Mukul Sharma – The University of Texas at Austin

Agenda

1300-1345
Paper #230635
Optimizing Infill Well Development In Shale Assets With High-fidelity Modeling Of Fracture-driven Interactions
O. Khan, O. Kresse, X. Weng, B. Hobbs, A. Rodriguez, SLB; L. Xu, R. Wu, M. Rousset, N.C. Himmelberg, S. Pal, P. Rijken, B. Guyaguler, Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

1345-1410
Paper #230639
Integration Of Fiber Optic Data With Fmi And Chemical Tracer Data To Evaluate Inter-well Fracture Connectivity And Fluid Circulation In Geothermal Well Pairs
Y. Ou, The University of Texas at Austin; C. Fredd, SolvE Global Technologies LLC; M. Sharma, The University of Texas At Austin

1410-1435
Paper #230648
Coupled Geomechanical Analysis Of “Parent” And “Child” Well Interactions And Production Optimization Using Sealed Wellbore Pressure Monitoring (SWPM) Diagnostics
D. Kumar, A. Novlesky, Computer Modelling Group Ltd.; K. Venepalli, Devon Energy

1535-1600
Paper #230663
The Effect Of Cluster Uniformity Index And Depletion On Production: A Look At 200 Wells In The Williston Basin
K. Fatheree, Seismos; C. Cipolla, J. Lassek, Hess Corp.

1600-1625
Paper #230644
Frac Hit Detection Methodologies In Vaca Muerta Wells: Bridging The Traditional With The Enlightened
R.D. Velo, M. Vicente, N. Romero, YPF Argentina

1625-1650
Paper #230615
Multi-Class Real-Time Classification Of Fracture-Driven Interactions Using Surface Pressure Responses From Offset Wells
S. Poludasu, M. McLean, A. Heft, E. Guseva, Nextier Oilfield Solutions

Alternate Papers

Paper #230619
Predicting Child Well Performance Degradation In The Midland Basin
B. Bowie, Whitson

Paper #230602
Real-time Prediction Of Casing Deformation Risk By Diagnosing Frac Hit Modes During The Fracturing Of Pad Wells
L. Wang, SLB

Paper #230599
Research And Application Of Pressure Interference Identification Method Based On Downhole Pressure Monitoring
R. Xu, Oil and Gas Technology Research Institute, PetroChina Changqing Oilfield Company; L. Mu, Chan-Qing Oilfield China; Q. Yin, W. Chen, Y. Zhang, Oil and Gas Technology Research Institute, PetroChina Changqing Oilfield Company; J. Bai, PetroChina Changqing Oilfield Co.; B. Ma, Oil and Gas Technology Research Institute, PetroChina Changqing Oilfield Company

Treatment Monitoring and Wellbore Diagnostics

Date: Wednesday, 4 February
Time: 0830 – 1220
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Session Type: Technical Session

This session highlights a range of interesting monitoring and diagnostics topics such as real-time detection of casing deformation, tracer interpretations, multi-process integration study, and RFS-DSS far-field fracturing conductivity monitoring. The presentations aim to provide deeper insights into the latest advancements in wellbore measurements, treatment monitoring, and real-time diagnostics, keeping audiences informed and engaged throughout.

Session Chairpersons:
Vibhas Pandey – ConocoPhillips Co
Kan Wu

Agenda

0830-0915
230618
Advancing Casing Deformation Detection: A Scalable Real-Time Anomaly Detection Approach Using High Frequency CCL Data
L.D. Gava, L. Goñi, P. Nachef (Tecpetrol S.A.); D. Lerohl, A. Maqui, J. Iriarte Lopez, S. Plotno (Corva); R. Rodriguez-Martinez (Roderick Consulting Inc)

0915-0940
230620
The Missing Link: Can Pump-down Evaluations Help Us Understand Productivity?
J. Bonapace (Tecpetrol S.A.); F. Verrastro (formerly Tecpetrol S.A.); M. Rodriguez (Tecpetrol S.A.)

0940-1005
230660
Advanced Tracer Interpretation At Utah FORGE Reveals Complex Flow Path Behavior In Hydraulically Fractured System
C.N. Fredd (Blue Angel Energy); S.K. Hartvig, O. Huseby (Resman AS); J. McLennan (University of Utah); K. England (E-K Petro Consulting LLC)

1105-1130
230651
Comprehensive Analysis Of Proppant Logging: A Case Study From The Hydraulic Fracturing Test Site In Qingcheng Shale Oil
W. Cao, J. Bai, G. Zhao, Z. Tu, T. Zhang (PetroChina Changqing Oilfield)

1130-1155
230621
Analyzing Advanced Techniques For Stage Isolation In Multi-stage Hydraulic Fracturing
C. Senters, T. Wood, M. Warren, C. Squires (ProTechnics Division of Core Laboratories)

1155-1220
230629
Physics-based Interpretation Of RFS-DSS For Far-field Monitoring Of Fracture Conductivity
Q. Nwabueze, S. Leggett (Texas Tech University)

Alternate Presentations

230667
Real-time Acoustic Diagnostics For Stage Isolation And Wellbore Integrity Assessment During Hydraulic Fracturing
B. Emborsky, M. Nasizadeh, D. Murray, S. Rahimi-Aghdam (Seismos)

230626
Chemical Tracers In Multi Stage Frac For Individual Stage Contribution Analysis Of Deep Tight Gas Applications
M. Alqahtani, A. Tarihoran, R. Simbolon (Saudi Aramco); D. Koseluk (NCS Multistage)

230597
Surface Monitoring Algorithm Replaces Downhole Completions For High Temperature Acid Fracturing
Y. Fu (Schlumberger Well Services)

230650
Statistical Review Of 243 Diagnostic Fracture Injection Tests From The Montney Shale
S. Xia (Stanford University); M. McClure (ResFrac Corporation)

Perforation Best Practice and Practical Application in Unconventional Resources

Date: Wednesday, 4 February
Time: 0830 – 1220
Location: Waterway Ballroom 5-8
Session Type: Technical Session

There are a limited number of characteristics which Completion Engineers can control and optimize when developing unconventional resources. Perforation specifics, cluster design, and stage length selection offer the most important levers to achieve the most effective outcome. This session will outline best practices that have emerged over the last two decades of execution and will inform and educate the engineering body on the considerations that deliver the most impactful, consistent, and sustained results. It provides a strong foundational position from which all levels of experience with unconventional resources can progress.

Session Chairpersons:
Martin Rylance – THREE60 Energy Group
Karen Olson – Olson Turner Enterprises LLC

Agenda

0830-0915
230643
Completion Best Practices: Unconventional Reservoir (UCR) Fracturing – Perforation Strategy And Emerging Insights
D. Cramer (ConocoPhillips Co); A. Singh (Chevron Corporation); M. White (ConocoPhillips Company); P. Huckabee (Aquasmart Oil & Gas)

0915-0940
230624
Case Study: Field Trial Results On Impact Of Perforation Orientation On Hydraulic Horsepower Requirements In Plug And Perf Completions
J. Martinez, O.G. Floyd, H. Yu, C. Holland, N. Tran Dinh (Repsol)

0940-1005
230612
Erosion Aspects For Optimizing Completion Design And Hydraulic Fracture Design In Conventional Long Horizontal Wells
M. Nozaki, N. Zwarich, J. Constantine (ConocoPhillips Co); M. Woodard (ConocoPhillips Company)

1105-1130
230623
Insights From Measuring Half A Million Perforations: Which Metrics Most Impact Stimulation And Production Performance
C. Bourgeois, T. Pehlke (DarkVision Technologies)

1130-1155
230668
Eccentric Perforation Orientation: A Novel Perforation Technique – Introduction, Comparative Study, And The Implications Of Gun Tilt
K. Wutherich, K. Walker (Frac Innovation LLC); C.K. Speck (Diamondback Industries)

1155-1220
230641
Analysis Of Perforation Friction Pressures With Overflush Step-down Tests In Horizontal Bakken Wells
Y. Zhou, T. Thomas, K. Scherer, K. Guo (NOV)

Alternate Presentations

230662
Comprehensive Hydraulic Fracturing Diagnostics And Characterization In The Permian Bone Springs Using Sealed Wellbore Pressure Monitoring And Less-than-ideal Pressure Data
K. Nicholson (Pressure Diagnostics Ltd)

230664
Integrated Optimization Of Hydraulic Fracturing Design And Pre-Startup Polymer Sand Control For LRLC Reservoirs In “L” Field, Offshore North West Java
R. Ahdia, R. Rizky (PT PHE Offshore North West Java)

230649
Designed Perforation Testing To Maximize Perforation Design And Improve Treatability
C. Robinson (Summit Petroleum LLC); S.T. Gabel, M. Khan, M. Mullett (Seismos)

Frac Forward: Innovations in Stimulation Engineering

Date: Wednesday, 4 February
Time: 1400 – 1535
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Session Type: Technical Session

Discover innovative approaches to hydraulic fracturing, from waterless plasma-based stimulation to geothermal innovations and refrac diagnostics. This session showcases novel technologies and strategies that enhance reservoir connectivity, reduce environmental impact, and push the boundaries of unconventional resource development.

Session Chairpersons:
Somnath Mondal – Shell Exploration & Production Co
Kathryn Briggs – Fervo Energy

Agenda

1400-1445
230605
Waterless Fracture Stimulation by Pulsed Power Plasma: Experimental Insights from Sedimentary to Granite Geothermal Rocks
S. Nguyen, M.Y. Soliman, M.E. El-Tayeb, M. Adel Gabry, M. Myers (University of Houston)

1445-1510
230652
Strategies For Improving Inter-well Connectivity And Proppant Placement In EGS Well Pairs: A Field Study Integrating Models And Well Fiber Optic Data
Y. Li, Y. Ou, M. Mura, M. Sharma (The University of Texas at Austin)

1510-1535
230659
A New Approach To Hydraulic Fracturing In A Closed-loop Circulation Enhanced Geothermal System Well Pattern
C. Ehlig-Economides, N.A. Barros-Galvis (University of Houston); M. Radonjic (Oklahoma State University)

Alternate Presentations

230595
Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂) Fracless Re-stimulation In Legacy Hydraulic Fractured Wells – An Alternative To Re-frac Operations
P. Dalamarinis (DG Petro Oil & Gas LLC); E. Proano (Cudd Energy Services); S. Fusselman (DG Petro Oil & Gas)

230636
Engineering The Unconventional: A Novel Approach To Hydraulic Fracturing With Installed Casing Patches
M.J. Ruilova (SLB Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru); J. Aponte, G. Portales (Schlumberger IPM-WCI); A. Proano (SLB); B. Quinde (SLB Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru)

230632
From Heat To Hydrogen: Applying Unconventional And Enhanced Geothermal Systems Hydraulic Stimulation Knowledge To Ultramafic Rocks
A.O. Badejo, E.R. Okoroafor (Texas A&M University)

230645
Are We Breaking New Rock – Unique Way To Diagnose Refracs Success
A. Mayhew (Discovery Natural Resources LLC); M. Khan, I. Abou-Sayed (Seismos)

Advances in Fracturing Fluids, Proppants, and Chemical Optimization for Unconventional Reservoirs

Date: Wednesday, 4 February
Time: 1400 – 1730
Location: Waterway Ballroom 5-8
Session Type: Technical Session

This session highlights sustainable, efficient stimulation through integrated chemical and mechanical solutions focusing on fluids, proppants, and chemistry. Topics include fracture stabilization with diammonium hydrogen phosphate, polymer-coated proppants, and the use of high-turbidity sand in Vaca Muerta. Developments in friction reducers improve performance in high-salinity and iron-rich environments, and a new chelating agent reduces polymer damage. Additional highlights include hydrogen recovery enhancements in the Eagle Ford, self-degradable particulates for improved acid penetration offshore Mumbai, CFD-guided dissolvable plug design, and direct pipe friction measurements for operational optimization.

Session Chairpersons:
Lucas Bazan – Bazan Consulting Inc
Francisco Fragachan – Weatherford

Agenda

1400-1445
230642
Stabilising Propped Hydraulic Fractures In Soft Chalks Using Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate: Preparation And Trial
A. Martin (THREE60 Energy Norway AS); M. Rylance (THREE60 Energy Group); A. Hoq, O. Vatne (AkerBP); D. Milton-Tayler (FracTech Limited)

1445-1510
230622
In-field Application Results Of Polymer Coated Proppant Demonstrates Increased Value In Unconventional Well Completions
P. Huckabee, C. Miklaski (Aquasmart Oil & Gas); O. Mulamba (Aqua Smart Enterprises LLC)

1510-1535
230666
Local Sand With High Turbidity And Its Impact On Productivity In Unconventional Wells In Vaca Muerta
C. Daciuk, F. Simone (YPF SA); N. Romero (YPF Argentina); V. Favre (YPF Tecnologia)

1615-1640
230669
Considerations For The Evaluation And Selection Of Friction Reducers: Iron Tolerance Assessment Using Residual Polyacrylamide Quantification With Case Study In The Powder River Basin
T. Pugliano (Devon Energy Corporation); K. Mac Ewen (Roughneck Chemical Consulting); G. Monreal, C. Hurtado, F. Zamora (Premier COREX)

1640-1705
230640
Mitigating Polymer-induced Flow Impairment Using A Novel Chelating Agent In Unconventional Reservoirs
T. Forster, D. Bruce, A. Kirk (SECURE); N. Hageman, T. Zempel (IPT Well Solutions)

1705-1730
230653
Optimizing Hydrogen Recovery In The Eagle Ford Shale – A Multi-Functional Chemical Treatment For Enhanced Initial Production And Estimated Uplift Recovery With Improved Proppant Pack Conductivity
K. Dobson, M. Vance (SciDev); T.T. Leshchyshyn (Fracknowledge)

Alternate Presentations

230627
Enabling Sustainable Stimulation In Water-constrained Fields: Next-generation Ultra-high-salinity Fracturing Fluids With Integrated Friction Reduction And Scale Control
R.G. Rachid, G. Araque (SLB)

230646
Comparing Wellbore Fluid Friction Impact Of Friction Reducers, Casing Types, And Operating Area Using Direct Measurements Of Pipe Friction
S.T. Gabel, K. Fatheree (Seismos)

230604
Optimizing The Use Of Dissolvable Plugs In Acid Fracturing Through CFD Simulation And Field Validation
L. Zhao, J. Ren (CNPC USA); P. Cheng (CNPC USA)

Beyond the Screen: How Remote Operations Centers Shape Real-Time Decisions

Date: Wednesday, 4 February
Time: 1615 – 1730
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Session Type: Panel

This session explores the real-world role of Remote Operations Centers in field decision-making. Panelists will share practical experiences on what’s working, where limitations remain, and how RTOCs are set up and integrated with operations. Discussion will cover challenges in people, technology, and process; the engineer’s role in live decision-making; and whether the industry is moving toward a centralized “mission control” model.

Speakers:
Lucas Goni – Tecpetrol S.A.
Mark Watson – ConocoPhillips Co

Moderators:
Jessica Iriarte Lopez – Corva

Illuminating Fracture Geometry and Integrity – Fiber-Optic Diagnostics, Real-Time Data Integration & Novel Imaging

Date: Thursday, 5 February
Time: 0830 – 1150
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Session Type: Technical Session

This session explores how distributed fiber-optic sensing and physics-informed workflows reveal real-time fracture geometry and drainage behavior across HFTS-2, the Delaware Basin, and Utah FORGE. It concludes with resin-filled core experiments and high-resolution acoustic imaging that visualize fracture planes and detect perforation erosion and casing damage to guide adaptive fracturing strategies and well spacing.

Session Chairpersons:
Terry Palisch – CARBO Ceramics, Inc.
Rebekah Shipman – Reservoir Data Systems

Agenda

• 0830 – 0915
  Drainage Fracture Height Characterization Using Rayleigh Frequency Shift Distributed Strain Sensing (RFS-DSS) In A Vertical Monitoring Well From HFTS-2
  J. Wang, Z. Zhang, Y. Tan, Y. Chen, X. Liu – Chevron
• 0915 – 0940
  Simulation And Comparison Of In-well Strain Data In The Delaware Basin
  Z. Liu, W. Ma, K. Wu – Texas A&M University; G. Jin – Colorado School of Mines; K. Dhuldhoya – ConocoPhillips
• 0940 – 1005
  Physics Informed Inversion Of Fiber Optic Strain Data For Real-time Fracture Geometry In Monitoring Well: A Case Study From The Utah Forge Site
  D. Kuznetsov – SLB Technology Corp.; R. Korkin, M. Chertov, A. Khan, J. Le Calvez – SLB
• 1035 – 1100
  Theoretical Analysis And Numerical Modeling Of Fiber Slippage To Reduce Uncertainty In Fiber Deployment And Improve Data Interpretation Accuracy
  X. Song – Texas A&M University; G. Jin – Colorado School of Mines; K. Wu – Texas A&M University
• 1100 – 1125
  Outcrop-scale Visualization Experiment Of Hydraulic Fractures Using Coagulable Resin – Relationship Between 3D Extension Of Hydraulic Fractures Observed On Cores And AE Distribution
  T. Takeuchi, A. Fujimoto – JOGMEC; R. Inoue – JAPEX; T. Ishida – OYO Corporation; T. Yokoyama – Fukada Geological Institute; T. Danjo – OYO Corporation
• 1125 – 1150
  Zooming Out: Integrating Near Wellbore Analyses To Optimize Field Performance
  C. Bourgeois – DarkVision Technologies Inc; T. Pehlke – DarkVision Technologies

Alternate Papers

• Fracking Success Field Case: Ten-times Production Increase By The Combination Of Deep Domain Knowledge, Digital Solutions And Execution Technologies
  M.X. Fiallos – SLB; A. Izurieta – SLB Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru; J. Rodas, B. Bonfanti – SLB
• Developing Type Curves For Wide Spaced Recompletions With The Integration Of Physics Based Modeling With Petrophysical, Reservoir, And Production Data
  R. Barba – Integrated Energy Services Inc

Complex Geomechanics and Hydraulic Fracture Interactions in Unconventional Developments

Date: Thursday, 5 February
Time: 0830 – 1150
Location: Waterway Ballroom 5-8
Session Type: Technical Session

For more than 75 years, hydraulic fracturing has been a cornerstone of reservoir development. However, evolving reservoir characteristics and increasingly complex geomechanical environments continue to push the boundaries of our expertise. This session will explore advanced challenges in geomechanics and fracture interactions, featuring case studies and innovative approaches that aim to deepen our understanding and drive the next generation of solutions. Join us as we examine real-world complexities, share lessons learned, and discuss emerging technologies that are shaping the future of hydraulic fracturing.

Session Chairpersons:
Ronald Dusterhoft – Halliburton Energy Services Group
Brendan Elliott – Devon Energy Corporation

Agenda

• 0830 – 0915
  Large-scale Bedding Plane Slippage And Its Impact On Hydraulic Fracturing: Integrated Analysis From Field Observations In The Eagle Ford And Austin Chalk Formations
  G. Jin – Colorado School of Mines; J. Mjehovich – IFDATA LLC; J. Correa – Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory; X. Zhu – Rice University; S. Glubokovskikh, A. Nayak – Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory; K. Wu – Texas A&M; W. Wang – IFDATA LLC; B. Freifeld – Class VI Solutions Inc; J.B. Ajo-Franklin – Rice University
• 0915 – 0940
  The Need To Reevaluate Fracture Mechanics In Unconventional Reservoir Development
  R. Dusterhoft – Halliburton Energy Services Grp; R. Barree, A. Navaiz – Halliburton
• 0940 – 1005
  Complex Influence Of Tectonics, Depletion And Reservoir Geometry On Fracturing Success
  M. Rylance – THREE60 Energy Group
• 1035 – 1100
  Stimulated Reservoir Volume (SRV) Estimation In The Vaca Muerta Formation Using A Geomechanical Permeability Evolution Law And Microseismic Monitoring Correlation
  S. Dhers – Universidad Torcuato Di Tella; P. Medina – Y-TEC; A. Quaglia, S. Obstfeld – Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires
• 1100 – 1125
  Pressure Drawdown Testing In Fractured Production Wells: Impact Of Geomechanics And Fracture Closure
  Y. Li, Y. Ou, M. Sharma – University of Texas at Austin
• 1125 – 1150
  Impact Of Relative Stress Magnitudes And Well Orientation On Well Productivity Across Major U.S. Shale Plays: A Regional Data Analysis Study
  M.A. Gabry, M. Soliman – University of Houston

Alternate Paper

• Acoustic Emission Signatures During Frictional Sliding Of Rocks: Insights Into Induced Seismicity Events
  A. Sathyanath, M. Sharma – University of Texas at Austin

AI and Physics-Based Applications

Date: Thursday, 5 February
Time: 1300 – 1440
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Session Type: Technical Session

Artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and physics-based modeling are increasingly playing a role in how we design and execute hydraulic fractures. This session highlights approaches that include data-driven and/or physics-based methods to support real-time decision-making and improve treatment outcomes. Presentations will cover advances in fracture modeling, stage detection, pressure forecasting, and adaptive execution strategies.

Session Chairpersons:
Jessica Iriarte Lopez – Corva
Craig Cipolla – Hess Corp.

Agenda

• 1300 – 1325
  Using Deep Learning To Forecast Fracture Treating Pressures In Real Time
  K. Agarwal, M. Mayerhofer, L. Weijers – Liberty Energy
• 1325 – 1350
  Enhancing Hydraulic Fracturing In Complex Heterogeneous Reservoirs: A Physics Based Strategy For Fracture Height Control
  F. Salazar, P. Artola – SLB; D. Mayalica, S. Aguirre – PEC; C.R. Cevallos Changoluisa – SLB
• 1350 – 1415
  Enhancing Fracture Modeling In Heterogeneous Shale Reservoirs Using Scratch Test-derived Strength Profiles And Machine Learning-based Proxy Logs
  M. Patel, D. Espinoza – The University of Texas At Austin; A. Savitski – Shell Exploration & Production Co; C.E. Walton – Shell
• 1415 – 1440
  From Overstimulation To Optimization: A Surface Pressure-driven Workflow For Real-time Adaptive Completions
  T. Szilagyi – ShearFRAC; J. Stephens – Sabinal Energy LLC; M. Sinkey – ShearFRAC; C. Jameson – Sabinal Energy LLC

Alternate Presentations

• Integrated Data-driven Hydraulic Fracture Modeling Based On Continuous Wavelet Transform (CWT)
  M.A. Gabry, M. Soliman – University of Houston
• Automated Real-time Frac Stage Detection And Assignment Using AI/ML
  B. Stephan, D. Lerohl, A. Maqui, R. Agarwal – Corva AI

Special Session: Highlights from American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA)

Date: Thursday, 5 February
Time: 1300 – 1440
Location: Waterway Ballroom 5-8
Session Type: Technical and Invited Presenter

The American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA) is a professional engineering society that promotes rock mechanics and geomechanics research and applications. This special session highlights this year’s best ARMA papers relevant to HFTC attendees. These papers were presented at the ARMA 2025 Santa Fe symposium and are available online. They focus predominantly on modeling aspects related to hydraulic fracturing and laboratory experiments, while some address field scale phenomena.

Session Chairpersons:
Egor Dontsov – ResFrac Corporation
Andrew Bunger – University of Pittsburgh

Agenda

• 1300 – 1325
  Impact of Mechanical Stratigraphy on Hydraulic Fracture Containment In the Delaware Basin, USA: Comparing Fracture Toughness versus Anisotropic Poroelastic and Viscous Relaxation Stress Barriers
  B.R. Crawford – ExxonMobil Upstream Research Co.
• 1325 – 1350
  Hydraulic Stimulations for Geothermal: Tensile Hydraulic Fractures or/and Fluid-induced Dilatant Shear Ruptures
  B. Lecampion – Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne