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Oil Field Abbreviation and Acronym

Abbreviation and Acronym “A”

A&G – Administrative and General ExpensesA/D – Assitant Driller

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A/D – Assitant DrillerAADE- American Association of Drilling engineersAAPG – American Association of Petroleum GeologistsAAPL – American Association of Petroleum LandmenAAQS – Ambient Air Quality StandardsAAR – Automotive Accident Rate in MilesABF – Aquatic Base FlowABS – American Bureau of ShippingAC – Alternating CurrentACF – Annular Capacity FactorACHARR – Advisory Committee on Hydrocarbons Additional Recovery ResearchACHP – Advisory Council on Historic PreservationAck – AcknowledgeACOP – Approved code of practiceACT – automatic custody transferAD – Auto DrillerADIT – Accumulated Deferred Income TaxesADS – Altomatic Drilling System, NOV DrawworksAF – Arctic FloaterAFE – Approval for expenditureAFE – Approved Fixed Expense.AFFF – Aqueous film Forming foamAframax tanker – tanker < 80,000 dwt (average freight rate assessmentAFT — AfterAft – toward the stern of a ship or mobile offshore drilling rig.AHC – Active Heave CompensatorAI – artificial islandAIS – Automatic identification systemALARP – As low as reasonably possible (reduction of hazard status)AMNI – Associate Member of the Nautical InstituteAmp – AmpereAMVER – US Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel RescueAOF – Absolute Open Flow

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AOSC – Association of Oilfiels Servicing ContractorsAP- Annular pressureAPCD – Air Pollution Control DistrictAPD – Application for Permit to DrillAPI – American Petroleum InstituteAPI Certified – tool that complies w/ API’s standardsAPI Gravity – density of liquid petroleum productsAPL-Annular Pressure LossesAPP – As Per ProgramAPR – Annular Pressure ResponseASBA – Association of Ship Brokers and AgentsASRO – Australian Shipping Registration OfficeASV – Annular Safety ValveATFN – Any Time From Now.AV – Annular VelocityAV – apparent viscosityAWD – Analysis While Drilling (part of the On Track system), Sense EDM terminologyAWO – Approval for Well Operation

Abbreviation and Acronym “B”

B/O – Break OutB/P – bbls/dayBbbl – Billion barrelsbbl – barrel of oilBc – Bearden units of consistency, drilling fluidBC – Bridge CraneBC – BROKEN CONE drill bitBC – Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk CargoesBCD – Barrels per Calendar DayBcf – billion cubic feet, Production testing

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Bcf/D – billion cubic feet per dayBcfe – Billion Cubic Feet of gas EquivalentBDI – Baltic Dry IndexBDV – Blow Down ValveBF – Buoyancy FactorBFH – Balanced Flow Hydraulics bitsBFI – Baltic Freight IndexBGWP – Base of Group Water ProtectionBHA – Bottom Hole AssemblyBHCT – bottomhole circulating temperatureBHP – Bottom Hole PressureBHST – bottomhole static temperatureBHT – bottomhole temperatureBIMCO – Baltic and International Maritime CouncilBimcosale – The Bimco standard form of bill of saleBLK – BlockedBLPD – Barrels of liquid per day Production TestingBM – benchmark, GeophysicsBMP’s – Best Management PracticesBO – Biological OpinionBOD – biochemical oxygen demand, Drilling Fluidsboe – barrel of oil equivalentboed -barrel of oil equivalent per dayBOM – Bill of MaterialsBOP – Blow-Out Preventerbopd -barrel of oil per dayBOPE – Barrels of Oil Per Day EquivalentBOPE – Blow-preventer EquipmentBOPM – Barrels of Oil Per MonthBOSIET – Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training. includes Safety,Fire Prevention andBOSVA – British Offshore Support Vessel Owners Associationbpd – barrel per day

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BPL = Bit & Nozzle Pressure LossesBPM- Back pressure manifoldBPM- barrels per minuteBPUTS – Bring Pumps Up To SpeedBPV – back pressure valveBPV Back pressure valve 2WCV when the BPV can be manipulatedBRT – Below Rotary TableBS – Bit SubBS&W- basic sediments and waterbt – Broken teethBTU – British thermal unit.BU – Balled bitBWD – Backwardbwd – barrel of water per dayBWOB – By weight of blend, drilling fluidBWOC – By weight of cementBWOW – by weight of water drilling fluidBWPD – barrels of water per day, Production TestingBYT – BIG YELLOW THING(Baker down hole motor DHM)Fire Fighting, First Aid and Hypothermia, Helicopter Safety and Escape, and Survivalat Sea

Abbreviation and Acronym “C”

C cent. – CentigradeC&K – Choke and Killc.u. – capture unitCAA – Clean Air ActCAAA – Clean Air Act AmendmentsCAAQS – California Air Quality StandardsCAD – computer assisted designCAER – Community Awareness and Emergency ResponseCAODC – Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors

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CAP – Condition Assessment Program SurveyCAPEX – Capital ExpenditureCAPP – Canadian Association of Petroleum ProducersCAR- Corrective action registerCARB – California Air Resources BoardCATS – Central Area Transmission SystemCB – Core BarrelCBHP – Constant bottomhole pressureCBHT – Circulating BH TemperatureCBI – computer-based informationCBI – Confederation of British IndustryCBL – Cement Bond LogCBM – Coalbed MethaneCBT – computer-based trainingCBT- Computer based trainingCBU – Central Business UnitCC – Circulate and Condition mudCC – Cracked cone Drill bitscc – cubic centimeterCCA – California Coastal ActCCC – California Coastal CommissionCCC – Carrier container councilCCL – Casing collar locatorCCMP – California Coastal Management ProgramCCP – Controllable Pitch PropellerCCRS – China Corporation Register of ShippingCCS – Cement Control SystemCCS – China Classification SocietyCCTV- Close circuit televisionCCW – Counter ClockwiseCD – Cone dragged BitsCDA – Common Data AccessCDP – common depth point

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CDP – Comprehensive Drilling PlanCEC – California Energy CommissionCEC – cation-exchange capacity, Drilling FluidCEN – European Committee for StandardizationCENELEC – European Committee for Electro-technical StandardizationCEPA – Canadian Energy Pipeline AssociationCERCLA – Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Actof 1980, drilling fluidCES – coast earth stationCESMA – Confederation of European Union Shipmasters AssociationsCET- Cement evaluation toolCf – CompareCf – Cubic Feetcfm – cubic feet per minuteCFR – Code of Federal RegulationsCfs – Cubic Feet per SecondCG – coast guardCGB- Completion guide baseCGBF – Concrete, Gravity Based StructureCGT – Capital Gains TaxCH – CatheadsCHP – Casing Hanger PressureCI – Cone interference BitsCI – contour interval, GeologyCIRM – International radio maritime committeeCIT – Chartered Institute of TransportCITHP – Closed In Tubing Hanger PressureCIV – Chemical Injection ValveClass – Category in classification registerCLC – International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution DamageCLFP – choke line friction pressureCLTIF – Combined Lost Time Incident FrequencyCLUP – Coastal Land Use Plan

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CMC – carboxymethylcellulose, Drilling FluidsCMC – Crown Mounted CompensatorCMC-Hi Vis – See CMCCMC-Lo Vis – See CMCCMC-LVT – See CMCCMHEC – carboxymethyl, hydroxyethylcelluloseCMP – common midpoint, GeophysicsCMS – carboxymethyl starch, drilling fluidcmt – cementCMW – Current Mud WeightC-NET – Control Network (Profibus network)CNG – Compressed Natural GasCO – Carbon MonoxideCO2 – Carbon DioxideCOA – contract of affreightmentCoB – Center of buoyancyCOD – chemical oxygen demand, drilling fluidCOFCAW – wet combustion, Production EnhancementCoG – Center of GravityColreg – International Convention on Collision RegulationsCoM – center of MassCOMP – California Offshore Monitoring ProgramCOOGER – California Offshore Oil and Gas Energy ResourcesCOSG- Combined operations safety caseCOSHH- control of substances Hazardous to HealthCoSWP – Code of Safe Working Practices For Merchant SeamenCOW – Crude oil washingCP – Casing PressureCP – Communication ProcessorCPD – Controlled Pressure DrillingCPI – Consumer Price IndexCPMG – radio frequency pulses designed by Carr, Purcell, Meiboom and GillCPS – Cycles Per Second

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CPU – Cavern Point UnitCPU – Central Processing UnitCR – Cored bitCRI – – Cutting Re-InjectionCRS – Croatian Register of ShippingCRT – cathode ray tubeCSB Casing Stabbing BasketCsF – Caesium Formatecsg – casingCSS – Code of Ship management StandardsCSS – cyclic steam stimulation. or cyclic steam injection. Heavy OilCT – Chipped teeth drill bitsCT – coiled tubing, drillingCT – Compliant TowerCT – Corporation TaxCTCO – Coiled Tubing Clean OutCTM – Coil Tubing MeasurementCTU – cargo transport unitCTU – Conductor Tensioning Unit, rig equipment listCTU is a more common acronym for Coiled Tubing Unit. allows for differentiationCUP – Conditional Use PermitCV – Curriculum Vitae (resume)CW – ClockwiseCWA – Clean Water ActCWE – cold water equivalentCWM – Catwalk MachineCWOR – Completion Work Over RiserCZMA – Coastal Zone Management Act

Abbreviation and Acronym “D”

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D&C – Drilling and CompletionsdBA – DeciblesDC – Direct Current, eletDC – Drill Collar, DrillingDCDA – Drilling Control & Data AcquisitionDCP – Driller’s Control PanelDCR – Drillers’ Control Room, rig eqipmentDD – Directional DrillerDD – Directional DrillingDDM – AKMH terminology for a Top Drive “Derrick Drilling Maching”DDU – Delivered Duty UnpaidDE – Diatomaceous Earth (filtration system for cleaning mud)DEAL – Digital Energy Atlas & LibraryDFMA – Drill Floor Manipulator ArmDGD – Dual gradient DrillingDGPS – Differential Global Positioning SystemDHSR – Degrees of Hydrate Suppression RequiredDHSV – Downhole Safety ValveDIS – Danish International Register of Shipping – Danish Maritime AuthorityDIS – Draft international standardDL – Development LicenceDLat – difference in latitudeDLL – Dual LateroLogDLong – difference in longitudeDLS – Dog-Leg SeverityDMDO – Distillate Marine Diesel OilDNC – Digital Nautical ChartDNV – Det Norske VeritasDO – Dissolved OxygenDO – Division OrderDOC – document of complianceDOE – US Department Of EnergyDOT – US Department of Transportation

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DP – Drill PipeDP – Dynamic PositioningDPDV – Dynamically-Positioned Drilling VassalDPO – Dynamic Positioning OperatorDPP – Development and Production PlanDPP – Drill Pipe PressureDR – Dead ReckoningDR – Delay RentalDRT – Drilling Riser TensionerDS – DrillshipDSC – Dangerous Goods, Solid Cargoes and ContainersDSM – Drilling Service ModuleDSPL = Drillstring Pressure LossesDSS – decision support systemDST – Drill Stem TestDSV – Diving Support VesselDSV – Drilling SuperVisorDTH _ down the holeDTI – Department of Trade and Industry (UK)DTL – Drilling to the Limit.DTS – distributed temperature sensingDTU – Dry Tree UnitDV Tool – stage tool used for cementingDW – DrawworksDWT – Deadweight tons

Abbreviation and Acronym “E”

E&I – Electrical and InstrumentE&P – Exploration and productionEA – Environmental AssessmentEBT – Elevated Backup TongEC – European Commission

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EC – European CommunityECD – Equivalent circulating densityECDIS – Electronic Chart Display and Information SystemECGD – Exports Credits Guarantee DepartmentECITB – Engineering Construction Industry Training BoardECP – Engineered Cutter Placement, BitsECS – Electronic chart systemEEEGR – East of England Energy GroupEEZ – Exclusive economic zoneEHV – Extra High VoltageEIA – Environmental Impact AssessmentEIR – Environmental Impact ReportEIS – Environmental Impact StatementEL – Exploration LicenceElev – ElevatorsEMF – Electro Magnetic FieldsEMP – External muster pointEN – European StandardENC – electronic navigation chartEOB – End of BuildEOBM – Ester oil based mudEOFL – End of Field LifeEOR – Enhanced oil recoveryEOS – equation of stateEP additive – Extreme pressure additive – used in lubricantsEPA – Environmental Protection ActEPC – Engineering, Procurement and ConstructionEPFS – Electronic Position Fixing SystemEPIRB – emergency position indicating radio beaconEPS – IMO performance standard for ECDISERD – Extended Reach DrillingERNS – Emergency Response Notification SystemEsc – Escape

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ESD – Emergency Shut DownESDV – Emergency shut down valveESP – Electric submersible pumpESP – Estimated Stuck PointETA – estimated time of arrivalETAP – Eastern Trough Area ProjectETD – estimated time of departureETLP – Extended Tension Leg PlatformETO – Electro-Technical OfficerETSF – Electronic Trading Standard FormatETSI – European TelecommunicationsEU – European Union

Abbreviation and Acronym “F”

F&G – Fire and gasF/C – flow-checkFAR – Fatal accident rateFAT – Factory Acceptance TestingFB – Finger BoardFC – Filter cakeFC – Flat crested wear Drill BitFC – Float CollarFCC – fully cellular containershipFCD – Fuel control valveFCO – financed, constructed and operatedFCO – Foreign and Commonwealth OfficeFCP – Final Circulating PressureFD – Fluid DensityFDP – Final Development PlanFDS – Functional Design SpecificationFEED – Front end engineering designFERC – Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

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FFM – Full Field ModelFG – Full GaugeFIT – Formation Integrity TestFIV – Formation Isolation ValveFIXED – Fixed Leg PlatformFL – Flow LineFMA – Finnish Maritime Administration, Finish Register of ShipsFNI – Fellow of The Nautical InstituteFO – fuel oilFOIP – Freedom Of Information and Protection of Privacy ActFONSI – Findings Of No Significant ImpactFOSV – Full Opening Safety ValveFP – Formation PressureFPF – Floating Production FacilityFPS – feet per secondFPS – Floating production, storageFPSO – Floating Production Storage and operationFR – Full RequirementsFRC- Fast rescue craftFrP – Friction PressureFRSB – Fast Response Spill BoatFSA – formal safety assessmentFSRU – Floating Storage and Regasification UnitFSU- Floating storage unitFT – Flow TransmitterFt – Foot (feet)FTC – US Federal Trade CommissionFTP – Flowing Tubing PlugFV – Float ValveFV – Funnel ViscosityFVF – formation volume factorFWD – ForwardsFWHP- Flowing wellhead pressure

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FWKO – free water knock-outFWV – Flow Wing Valve

Abbreviation and Acronym “G”

GA – Guide ArmGal – GallonGAPP – Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesGBS – Gravity Based StructureGBT – Gravity Base TankGHG – Greenhouse GasesGIIP – Gas Initially In PlaceGIS – Geographic Information SystemGL – Germanischer LloydG/L – Gas/LiquiGL – Gas LiftGLM – Gas Lift MandrelGlonass – Global navigation satellite systemGLR – Gas Liquid RatioGLT – Guide Line TensionerGLV – Gas Lift ValveGMDSS – Global maritime distress and safety systemGMT – Greenwich Mean TimeGNOME – General NOAA Oil Modeling EnvironmentGOC – Gas Oil ContactGOC – General operators’ certificate with regard to GMDSSGOM – Gulf of MexicoGOR – Gas Oil RatioGOSP – Gas-Oil Separation PlantGPG – Grains per gallon = ppm/17.1GPM – Gallons Per Minute

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GPS – Global positioning systemGRN – gamma-ray-neutron (log)GRP – Glass Reinforced PlasticGRV – Gross Rock VolumeGT – gross tonnageGT&C – General Terms and ConditionsGTL – Gas To LiquidGTW – Gas To WireGUI – Graphical user interfaceGW – GigawattGwh – Gigawatt-HourGWI – Gross Working InterestGC – gas chromatography

Abbreviation and Acronym “H”

H S – Hydrogen SulfideHAZID – Hazard identificationHazob – Hazard observationHAZOP – Hazrd and operability studyHC – Heat checking drill bit conditionHDD – horizontal directional drillingHGS – HighGravity SolidsHHP – Hydraulic Horse PowerHL – Hook LoadHLO – Helicopter Landing OfficerHLV – Heavy lift vesselHMI – Human Machine InterfaceHP – High PressureHP – Hydrostatic PressureHPHT – High-Pressure, High-TemperatureHPU – Hydraulic Power UnitHPV – hydrocarbon pore volume

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HR – HydraRackerHRN – AKMH Terminology for Iron Roughneck ” Hydraulic Rough(N)eck”Hrs – HoursHSE – Health & Safety ExecutiveHSE – Health, Safety and EnvironmentHSSE – health, safety, security, and environmentHT – HydratongHTHP – High-Temperature/High-PressureHVAC – Heat, ventilation, air conditioningHVDC – High Voltage Direct CurrentHWDP – Heavy-Weight Drill Pipe

Abbreviation and Acronym “I”

IADC – International Association of Driling ContractorsIBC – Intermediate Bulk ContainerIBOP – inside BOPICoTA – Intervention and Coiled Tubing AssosiationICP – Independant competent personICP – Initial circulating pressureICSS – Integrated Control & Safety SystemICV – Interval Control ValveID – inner diameterIDO – Technical DocumentIDU – Integrated Drilling Unit, Sense EDM terminologyIEC – International Electrical CouncilIFT – interfacial tensionIMP – Internal muster pointI-NET – Information Network (Ethernet network)IOC – independent oil companyIP – Injector to Producer Ratio

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IPC – Installed Production CapacityIPR – Inflow Performance RelationshipIRN – Iron Roughneck, Sense EDM terminologyISICP – Initial Shut-in Casing PressureITS – Influx To SurfaceIWCF – International Well Control Federation

Abbreviation and Acronym “J”

JAFO – Just Another Friendly ObserverJ/B – Junk BasketJD – Junk damageJU – Jack-UpJS – Junk SubJs – JoystickJB – Junction Box

Abbreviation and Acronym “K”

KB = kelly bushingkHz – Thousand Hertz (cycles per second)KLF = Kill Line FrictionKMW – Kill mud weightKM – Kill mudKOP – Kick-Off PointKR (or KRS) – Korean Register of ShippingKRP – kill rate pressureKT = kick toleranceKV – KilovoltKVA – Kilovolt-AmpereKVNR – Dutch Register of ShippingKw – KilowattKWH – Kilowatt-Hour

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Abbreviation and Acronym “L”

L/C – Landing Collar.LACT – lease automatic custody transferLAN – Local Area NetworkLAS – Liquid Additive SystemLAT – Lowest Astronomical TideLat =latitudeLBOP – Lower BOP (TDS or Kelly)LBP – Length between perpendicularsLBS – lifeboat stationsLC – Loss CirculationLCB – longitudinal centre of buoyancyLCD – Liquid Crystal DisplayLCF – longitudinal centre of flotationLCM – Lost Circulation MaterialLDT – light displacement tonnage, lost during trans-shipmentLED – Light emitting diodeLEL – Lower explosive limitLEM – lower explosive mixtureLEO – low earth orbit (satellite configuration)LER – Local equipment roomLGR – Liquid Gas RatioLGS – LowGravity SolidsLIFT – Licence Information for TradingLIR – Local Instrument RoomLKO – Lowest Known OilLMRP – Lower Marine Riser PackageLMT – local mean timeLMV – Lower Master ValveLN – LandLN – Lost nozzle

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LNG – Liquefied Natural GasLO – lubricating oilLOA – Length over allLOC – Letter of credit, letter of compliance (USCG)LODF – Line Outage Distribution FactorLOE – lease operating expenseLOGIC – Leading Oil and Gas Industry CompetitivenessLOL – limitation of owner’s liabilityLOLE – Loss Of Load ExpectationLOLER – Lifting operation, lifting equipment regulationsLOP – Line of positionLOR – Letter of readinessLOS – Law of the SeaLOS – Line of sightLOT – Leak-Off TestLP – liquid petroleumLP – low pressureLPC – London Processing CentreLPG – Liquefied Petroleum GasLR – Lloyd’s RegisterLRDP – Long Range Development PlanLs – LimestoneLSA – Low specific activity (Radiation level)LSFO – Loss-Sulfur Fuel OilLSH – Level Safety HighLSL – Level Safety LowLST – local standard timeLT – Lost teeth drill bitLTOBM – Low toxicity oil based mudLVI – Low Viscosity IndexLW – low waterLWD – Logging Whilst DrillingLWL – length on water line

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LWSA – Lightweight Solid Additives

Abbreviation and Acronym “M”

M – MeterM/U – Make up (refers to screwing pipe together)M/V – Mobile VesselM1 – methyl orange alkalinity (of filtrate)MAASP – Maximum Allowable Annular Shut-in pressure!MAC – Manual alarm callpointMAINTOPS – Maintenance OperationsMarisat – Maritime satellite systemMARPOL 73/78 – International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from ShipsMARSEC – Maritime SecurityMASP – Maximum Anticipated Surface PressureMAWP – Maximum Actual Working PressureMAWP – Maximum Allowable Working PressureMB – Mud BucketMbbls – Thousand BarrelsMbbls/d – Thousand Barrels per Daymbd – thousand barrels per daymbod – thousand barrels of oil per dayMboe – Thousand Barrels of Oil EquivalentMboe/d – Thousand Barrels of Oil Equivalent per Daymbr – Member. distinctly identifiable sections within a given geological horizon, ie: theSuhindol mbr of the Etropol formation.MCA – Marine Coastguard AgencyMCC – Master Control CenterMCC – Motor Control CenterMCE – Maximum Credible EarthquakesMcf – Thousand Cubic Feet (of gas)MCFD – Thousand Cubic Feet Per DayMCFPD – One Thousand Cubic Feet of Gas Per Day

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MD – Measured DepthmD – millidarcyMDL – Methane Drainage LicenceMDO – Marine Diesel OilMDRT – measured depth from rotary tableMDSS – Measured Depth Sub-SeaMDT – Modular formation Dynamic TesterMEG – Mono Ethylene GlycolMEO – medium earth orbit (for satellite configuration)MEPC – Marine Environment Protection CommitteeMERSAR – Merchant Ship Search and Rescue ManualMFE – Multi-flow-evaluator, form of DSTMgd – million gallons per dayMGN – Marine Guidance NoteMGO – Marine Gas OilMGS – Mud Gas SeparatorMgy – million gallons per yearMH – Mouse HoleMI – Machinery Interface (part of the On Track system), Sense EDM terminologyMI – Mineral InterestMIRU – Move in Rig upMIS – Management information systemMISICP – Maximum Initial Shut-in Casing PressureMIYP – Maximum Internal Yield PressuremKB – Meters below Kelly BushingML – Mud lineMLLW – Mean Lower Low WaterMLS – Mud Logging SystemMM – MillionMM – Mitigation MeasureMMbbl(s) – Million Barrelsmmbd – million barrels per daymmbod – million barrels of oil per day

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MMboe – Million Barrels of Oil EquivalentMMboepd (or mmboepd) – Millions of barrels of oil equivalent per daymmBtu – Million British Thermal UnitsMMcf – Million Cubic FeetMMcf/d – Million Cubic Feet per DayMMcfd – Million cubic feet dayMMCRP – Mitigation Monitoring and Compliance Reporting ProgramMMP – Mitigation Monitoring ProgramMMPA – Marine Mammals Protection ActMMS – Minerals management service – Agency of US DoIMMscfd – million standard cubic feet per daymmstb – million stock barrelsMMstb – million stock barrelsMNI – Member of the Nautical InstituteMO – MobileMODU – Mobile Offshore Drilling UnitMOL – Main oil lineMOP – Margin of Over PullMOP – mobile offshore productionMOPU – Mobile Producing UnitMOTEMS – Marine Oil Terminal Engineering and Maintenance StandardsMOU – Memorandum of UnderstandingMP – Mud PumpMPD – Managed Pressure DrillingMpd – thousand barrels per dayMPN – Most Probable NumberMRCC – maritime rescue coordination centreMSC – Marine Safety CommitteeMSDS – Materials Safety Data SheetMSL – Mean Sea LevelMTLP – Mini Tension Leg PlatformMU – has several meanings:MuSol – Mutual Solvent

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MUX – Make Up Crossover [Crossover – X]MVA – Megavolt-AmperesMW – MegawattsMW – Mud Weight,MW1 – Mud Weight, Old mud weightMW2 – Mud Weight, New mud weightMWD – Measure While Drilling

Abbreviation and Acronym “N”

N02 – Nitrogen dioxideN0X – Nitrogen oxidesNAAQS – National Ambient Air Quality StandardsNACE – national Association of Corrosion EngineersNAFTA – North American Free Trade AgreementNAPF – Non Aqueous Phase FluidNAS – National Aerospace StandardNASA – Non Active Side ArmNAVTEX – navigational and meteorological warning broadcast serviceNBstb – Near Bit StbeliserNCOB – no cargo on boardNDT – non-destructive testingNE – NortheastNEB =National Energy BoardNFI – No Further InvestmentNFPA – National Fire Prevention AssociationNFTZ – non free trade zoneNG – Natural GasNGL – Natural Gas LiquidsNGO – Non-Governmental organisationNHPV – Net Hydrocarbon Pore VolumeNI – The Nautical InstituteNIHQ – Nautical Institute Headquarters, London

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NITC – Normal Incremental Transfer CapabilityNK or NKK (or ClassNK) – Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (Japan’s ship classification society)NM – Nautical mileNMEA – National Marine Electronics AssociationNMFS – National Marine Fisheries Services (NOAA Fisheries)NMR – nuclear magnetic resonanceNNR – national nature reserveNO – nitric oxideNOAA – National Marine and Atmospheric AdministrationNOC – national oil companyNOD – Notice of DeterminationNOGEPA – Netherlands Oil and Gas Exploration and Production AssociationNOI – Notice Of InquiryNOI – Notice Of IntentNOP – Notice of PreparationNOR – Notice of ReadinessNOV – National Oilwell VarcoNP – Neutral PointNPD – Norwegian Petroleum DirectorateNPDES – National Pollutant Discharge Elimination SystemNPREP – National Preparedness for Response Exercise ProgramNPSH – Net Positive Suction HeadNPT – Non Productive TimeNPV – Net Present ValueNPV – Net Present ValueNRC – National Response CenterNRI – Net Revenue InterestNRV – Non Return ValveNSA – Norwegian Shipowners’ AssociationNSDG – North Sea Decommissioning GroupNT – net tonnageNTHF – Non-Toxic High FlashNTO – National Training Organization

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NTU – Nephelometric Turbidity UnitNUMAST – National Union of Marine, Aviation & Shipping Transport OfficersNWI – Net Working InterestNYMEX – New York Mercantile Exchange

Abbreviation and Acronym “O”

O/B – on boardO/R – OverrideOBM – Oil-Based MudOBO – ore/bulk/oil carrierOC – Off centre wear Drill bitOCA – Offshore Contractors AssociationOCIMF – Oil Companies International Marine ForumOCR – optical character recognitionOCS – Outer Continental ShelfOCSLA – Outer Continental Shelf Lands ActOCTG – Oil Country Tubular GoodsOD – Outer DiameterODBC – Open Data Base ConnectivityODT – Oil Down ToOECD – Organization for Economic Cooperation and DevelopmentOES – Office of Emergency ServicesOFE – Owner Furnished (delivered) EquipmentOFS – Owner Furnished ServicesOG – Oil and Gas DirectorateOGITF – Oil & Gas Industry Task ForceOGML – Oil, Gas and Mineral LeaseOIAC – Oil Industry Advisory CommitteeOIIP – oil originally in-placeOIM – Offshore Installation Manager

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OIP – oil in-placeOiW – oil-in-water – emulsionOLF – Norwegian Oil Industry AssociationOLM – Optical Link ModuleOMBO – One Man Bridge OperationOMW – Original Mud WeightOOC – Oil on CuttingsOOD – Officer of the deckOOE – Offshore Operation EngineerOOIP – oil originally in placeOOW – Officer of the watchOPA 90 – US Oil Pollution Act of 1990OPEC – Organisation of Petroleum Exporting CountriesOPEX – Operating ExpenditureOPITO – Offshore Petroleum Industry Training OrganizationOPITO – The Oil & Gas AcademyOPPR – oil pollution preparedness and responseOPR – Office of Planning and ResearchOPRC – International Convention on Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Co-operationOPS – US Office of Pipeline SafetyORRI – Overriding Royalty InterestOS – operating systemOSC – Operations safety caseOSCP – Oil Spill Contingency PlanOSDD – Oilfield Services Data DictionaryOSHA – Occupational Safety and Health AdministrationOSPAR – Oslo & Paris Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment ofNorth East AtlanticOSPR – Oil Spill Prevention and ResponseOSRA – Oil Spill Risk AnalysisOSRP – Oil Spill Response PlanOSRV – Oil Spill Response Vessel

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OSV – Offshore Support VesselOTL – Operations Team LeaderOTO – Oil Taxation Office (of the Inland Revenue)OWC – Oil Water Contact

Abbreviation and Acronym “P”

p – PushP&A – Plugged and AbandonedP&I (or P and I) – Protection and Indemnity clubP&ID – Process and Instrumentation drawingp.u. – porosity unitp+c – Push and ConfirmP2 – Double PushPA – public addressPAC – Pacific OCS RegionPAH – poly-aromatic hydrocarbonsPanamax – Ships able to transit, and allowed transit, of the Panama CanalPAPA – Prepare to Abandon Platform AlarmPB – Pinched bitPBL Sub – Paul Bryant LeePBR – Polished Bore ReceptaclePBTD – Plug Back Total DepthPBU – Pressure Build UpPCV – Pressure control valvePDC – Polycrystalline Diamond CompositePDC log – perforating depth control (log)PDG – Permanent Downhole GaugePE – Petroleum EngineerPEDL – Petroleum Exploration & Development LicencePf – phenolphthalein alkalinityPF – PlatformPFD – position fixing device, personal floatation device

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PFEER – Prevention of Fire and Explosion and Emergency Response RegulationsPG – Pressure GradientPGB – Permanent Guide BasePGOR – Produced Gas Oil RatioPGOR – Produced Gas Oil RatioPh – indicator of alkalinity & acidityPH – Pipe Handlerph – Push and HoldPHC – Pipehandling Crane, Sense EDM terminologyPHR – Pipe Handler Control RoomPHS – Tubular Handling System, Sense EDM terminologyPI – productivity indexPIANC – Permanent International Association of Navigation CongressesPILOT – OGITF SuccessorPIMS – Pipeline Integrity Management SystemPINC – Potential Incident of Non-CompliancePLB – personal locator beaconPLC – Process Logic ControllerPLC – Programmable Logic ControllerPLEM – pipeline end manifoldPLT – Pod Line TensionerPLT – Production Logging ToolPLT – Production Logging ToolPM – particulate matterPm – phenolphthalein alkalinityPM10 – particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameterPM2.5 – particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameterPMCD – Pressurized mud-cap DrillingPMR – Planned Maintenance RoutinePMS – planned maintenance systemPN – Plugged nozzle Drill bitPOB – persons on boardPOB – pilot on board

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POBM – Pseudo-Oil-Based MudPON – Petroleum Operations NoticePOOH – Pull Out Of HolePOOI – Pacific Operators Offshore IncorporatedPOSVCM – Pipeline Oil Spill Volume Computer ModelPOV – Pressure Operated ValvesPP – Pore Pressureppa – pounds of proppant addedPPB – parts per billionppcf – Pounds Per Cubic FootPPE – Personnel Protection EquipmentPPG – Pounds per gallonppg – Pounds per Gallon (density)ppm – Parts per millionpptf – Pounds Per Thousand FeetPRS – Polish Register of ShippingPRS- Pipe Racking SystemPRT – Petroleum Revenue TaxPRT – Production Riser TensionerPS – Power SwivelPSA – pressure setting assemblyPSAC – Petroleum Services Association of CanadaPSC – port state controlPSC – Production Sharing ContractPSD – Planned Shut-DownPSD – Prevention of Significant DeteriorationPSD – Process Shut DownPSE – Pressure Safety ElementPSH – Pressure Safety HighPSHL – Pressure Safety High/Lowpsi – pounds per square inchpsi/ft – pressure gradientPSIA – Pounds per Square Inch Atmospheri…

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PSIG – Points per square inch, gaugepsig – pounds per square inch gaugePSL – Pressure Safety LowPSL – Product Specification LevelPSU – Power supply unitPSV – Pressure safety valvePTO – Permit to OperatePTW – Permit to WorkPUE – Pick Up ElevatorPUR – Plant Upset ReportPUWER – Provision and Use of Work Equipment RegulationsPV – Plastic ViscosityPV – pore volumePV – pressure/vacuumPVT – Pit Volume Totalizer (Mud System)PVT – pressure-volume-temperaturePW – Potable waterPW – Produced WaterPWD – Pressure(monitoring) While DrillingPWRI – Produced Water Re-InjectionPWV – Production Wing Valve

Abbreviation and Acronym “Q”

QA – quality assuranceQC – quality controlQF – Qualifying FacilityQRA – Quantitative risk analysis

Abbreviation and Acronym “R”

R&D – Research and DevelopmentR/U – Rig up

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RA – Radio activityRabbit – Piston that pushes core out of core tube. pumped out with water.RAD – radioactive densiometerRB – Rotary BusingRCC – Rescue coordination centreRCCD – Reverse Circulation Centre DischargeRCDS – Raster Chart Display SystemsRCJB – Reverce circulating junk basket.RCM – Recirculating MixerRD – Rig DownRDF – Radio direction finderRDRL – RedrillRE – Reservoir EngineerRe – reynolds number – hydraulicsRENC – Regional Electronic Navigational Chart Coordinating CentreREV – ReverseRF – radio frequencyRF – range finderRFMA – Rig Floor Mechanical ArmRFT – Repeat Formation TesterRG – Rounded gauge Drill BitRH – Relative HumidityRH – Right HandRI – Royalty InterestRig – All drilling systems required to drill, complete, or workover production orinjection wellsRIH – Run In HoleRINA – Registro Italiano Navale (Italian Register of Shipping)RIRs – Risk Identification ReportsRIT – Riser TensionerRKB – Rotary Kelly BushingRMA – Rock mechanics algorithmRMLC – Request for Mineral Land Clearanc…

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RMS – Ratcheting Mule ShoeRMT – National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport WorkersRN – RoughneckRNC – Raster Navigational ChartRNR – Romanian Maritime Register of ShippingROA – Return of AssetsROB – remain on board (cargo, bunkers)ROC – Reactive Organic CompoundsROE – Return of EquityROFR – Right Of First RefusalROG – Reactive Organic GasesROI – Return On InvestmentROP – rate of penetrationRo-Ro – roll on/roll offROS – residual oil saturationROSF – Rincon Onshore Separation FacilityROV – Remotely Operated VehicleROW – Right of wayRPM – Revolutions Per MinuteRPM – Rounds Per MinuteRR – Rig ReleasedRS – Rig ServiceRS – Russian Maritime Register of ShippingRST – Rotary Support TableRT – rotary tableRT (or R/T) – radio telegraphRTCM – Radio Technical Commission for Maritime ServicesRTTS – Retrievable Test-Treat-SqueezeRTU – Remote Terminal UnitRWPs – remedial work plansRWQCB – Regional Water Quality Control Board

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Abbreviation and Acronym “S”

SAC – Special area of conservationSAFE – Safety Award for ExcellenceSAGE =Scottish Area Gas EvacuationSALM – Single Anchor Loading MooringSAR – Search and RescueSARA – Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization ActSART – search and rescue radar transponderSAS – safety at seaSB – Stand BuildingSBF – Synthetic Base FluidSBHT – static bottomhole temperatureSBM – Synthetic Base MudSCADA – Supervisory Control and Data AcquisitionSCBA – Self contained breathing apparatusSCF – Standard Cubic Foot of natural gasSCO – Standard Cost ObligationSCOPIC – Special Compensation P&I ClauseSCR – Silicon Control RectifierSCR – Slow Circulating RateSCR – Special Casualty Representative (P&I)SCR – Spot check reportSCR – Steel Caternary RiserSCSS – Surface Controlled Sub-Surf Valve (hyd operated from surf)SCSSSV – Surface Controlled Sub Surface valveSCSSV – Surface Controlled Subsurface SafetySD – Dynamic positioning semisubmersibleSD – Shirttail damage Drill BitSd = sandSDFN – Shut down for nightSDFWE – Shut down for weekendSDT – Step Draw-down TestSDV – Shutdown Valve

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SDW – Summer dead weightSE – Sense EDM, Sense EDM terminologySEAL – Shearwater-Elgin Area Linesec – secondsSEC – US Securities and Exchange CommissionSEIR – Supplemental Environmental Impact ReportSEMI – SemisubmersibleSENC – System Electronic Navigational ChartSES – Satellite earth stationSES – Seafarers’ Education ServiceSF – Heat affected seal Worn seal (denoted as SF)SF – safety factorSFEIS – Supplemental Final Environmental Impact StatementSFV – Straight Fixed VariableSG – Specific GravitySG – Static GradientSGA – Setback Guide Arm, Sense EDM terminologySh – shaleSHARP – Sustainable Hydrocarbons Additional Recovery ProgrammeSI – Shut InSIC – Standard Industrial ClassificationSICP – Shut-In Casing PressureSIDPP – Shut-In Drill Pipe PressureSIFN – (Shut In For the NIght) as when doing productive maintenance jobsSIMOPS – Simultaneous OperationsSIRE – Ship’s inspection report: a database system of the OCIMFSIT – Site Integration TestingSITHP – Shut In Tubing Hanger PressureSITP – Shut-in Tubing PressureSjofartsverket – Swedish Register of Shipping, Swedish Maritime AdministrationSLM – Steel Line MeasurementSM – Sense MUDSMarT – Support for Maritime Training scheme

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SMB – Santa Maria BasinSMC – Safety management certificateSMEs – Small and medium sized enterprisesSMS – Safety management systemSNG – Synthetic Natural GasSO2 – Sulfur dioxideSO3 – Oxides of sulfurSOBM – Synthetic Oil Based MudSOC – Statement of Overriding ConsiderationSOLAS – International Convention for Safety of Life at SeaSOO – Suspension of OperationSOP – Standard operating procedureSOP – Suspension of ProductionSOPEP – Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency PlanSOSREP – Secretary of State’s Representative for Marine salvage and InterventionSP – self potential, spontaneous potentialSP – Surface PressureSPA – Special protection areaSPAR – Floating production systemSPCC – Spill Prevention Control and CountermeasureSPCCP – Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure PlanSPCP – Spill Prevention and Cleanup Planspf – shots per footSPI – Ship-port interfaceSPM – Safety Practices manual [depends in the context it is written]SPM – Single point mooringSPM – Standpipe manifold [depends in the context it is written]SPM- Strokes per Miniute- pump rateSPM Valve – Side Pocket Mandrel ValveSPML – Side Pocket MandrelSPP – Stand Pipe PressureSPR – Slow Pump RateSRO – Surface Read-Out

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SS – sandstoneSS – SemisubmersibleSS – Stainless SteelSSANC – Fixed anchors or mooring pilesSSL – Setback Stand LoaderSSMNF – Subsea manifoldSSO – Ship security officerSSRRC – System Safety and Reliability Review CommitteeSSSL – Supplementary Seismic Survey LicenceSSSV – Sub-Surface Safety ValveSSTMP – Subsea templatesSSV – Surface Safety Valvestab – StabiliserSTB – Stock Tank BarrelSTCW – International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification andWatchkeepingSTOIIP – Stock Tank Oil Initially In PlaceSTOP – safety training observation programSU – SubmersibleSUBC – self-unloading bulk carrierSW – SouthwestSWDW – Salt Water Disposal WellSWE – Senior Well EngineerSWL – Safe working loadsx = sack(s)

Abbreviation and Acronym “T”

TA – temporary abandonmentTAC – Toxic Air ContaminantsTAR – True Amplitude RecoveryTB – Tank BatteryTBA – To Be Advised

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tbg – TubingTBOSIET – Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency TrainingTcf – Trillion Cubic FeetTCF-Temp correlation factor, gas liftTCP- Tri Crecyl Phosphate – defoamerTCP- Tubing Conveyaed Perforating gunTCR – Transition Cost RecoveryTCT- True Crystallization tempTD – Target DepthTD – Total DepthTDPH – Top Drive Pipe HandlerTDS – Top Drive SystemTDS – total dissolved solidsTDU – Transmission Dependent UtilityTEU – Twenty feet equivalent unitTF – Tropical fresh load lineTFCB – Trip for Changing BitTFL – through-flowline (equipment)TFM – AKMH Terminology for Pipe Skate ” Tubular Feeding Machine”TGB – Temporary Guide BaseTGOR – Total Gas Oil RatioTGOR – Total Gas Oil RatioTHF – Tubing Hanger FlangeTHP – Tubing Hanger PressureTHS – Tubing Head SpoolTIH – Trip In HoleTIMS – Technical Information Management SystemTJ – tool jointTLL – timber load lineTLP – Tension Leg PlatformTM – ton milesTOC – Top Of CementTOF – Top Of Fish

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TOL – Top Of LinerTOOH – Trip Out Of HoleTOU – Time-Of-UseTP – Touch PadTPI – Tones per inch immersionTPIC – Terminal Person in ChargeTQM – Total quality managementTR – Temporary RefugeTR – Tracking Drill bitTRIF – Total Recordable Incident FrequencyTRSCSSSV – Tubing Retrievable Surface Controlled Sub-Surface Safety ValveTRSV- Tubing Retrievable Standing ValveTSE – Temperature Safety ElementTSH – Temperature Safety HighTSS’s – Traffic Separation SchemesTT – Trip TankTTC – Total Transfer CapabilityTTRD – Through Tubing Rotary DrillingTVD – True Vertical DepthTVDSS – True Vertical Depth Sub Sea

Abbreviation and Acronym “U”

UBD – under balanced drillingUBOP – Upper BOP (TDS or Kelly)UBS – Universal bulk shipUEL – Upper explosive limitUFC – Uniform Fire CodeUFL – Upper flammable limitUHF – Ultra High Frequency (radio system)

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UKCS – United Kingdom Continental ShelfUKLPG – Industry association formed from the LP Gas Association (LPGA) and theAssociation for Liquid Gas & Equipment Distributors (ALGED)UKOOA – United Kingdom Offshore Operator assosiationUKPIA – United Kingdom Petroleum Industry Association LimitedULBC – ultra large bulk carrierULCC – ultra large crude carrierUMS – Universal Measurement SystemUMV – Upper Master ValveUN – United NationsUNCLOS – United Nations Convention on the Law of the SeaUPS – Uninterruptible Power SupplyUR – underreamUSC – United States CodeUG – Under GaugeUSCG – United States Coast GuardUSDA – US Department of AgricultureUSDOI – US Department of InteriorUSDOT – US Department of TransportationUSEPA – US Environmental Protection AgencyUSFWS – US Fish and Wildlife ServiceUSGS – US Geological SurveyUTA – Umbilical Termination AssemblyUTC – Universal time (coordinated)UV – ultra-violet

Abbreviation and Acronym “V”

VBR – Variable Bore RamsVDL – Variable Deck LoadVDU – Visual Display UnitVFD – Variable Frequency DriveV-G meter = viscosity get meter

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VHF – Very High Frequency (radio system)VIR – Value Investment RatioVRR – Voidage Replacement RatioVSC – variable speed controller

Abbreviation and Acronym “W”

W/C – Well CentreWACOG – Weighted Average Cost Of GasWAG – Water-Alternating GasWBM – Water-Based MudWC – WatercutWC = Water cushionWCD – Worst-case dischargeWDP – Waste Discharge PermitWDR’s – Waste discharge requirementsWE – Well EngineerWEG – Wireline Entry GuideWEND – World Electronic Navigation DatabaseWHM – Wellhead maintenanceWHO – World Health OrganisationWHP – Wellhead PressureWHRU – Waste Heat Recovery UnitWI – Water InjectionWI – Working InterestsWIS – Wave Information StudyWITS – Well site Information Transfer StandardWITSML – Well site Information Transfer Standard, Markup LanguageWL – water line

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WL – Water Loss, drilling fluidWL = wirelineWLEG- Wireline Entry Guide aka RE-GuideWLL – WireLine LoggingWMO – World Meteorological OrganizationWMU – World Maritime UniversityWO – Weld wash out Drill Bit DamageWOB – Weight on BitWOC – Wait on CementWOC – water/oil contactWOE – Well Operations EngineerWOG = wait on geologistWOG = Water-oil-gasWOO = waiting on ordersWOR – water/oil ratioWOW = waiting on weatherWP – Well ProtectorWPI – Wholesale Price IndexWQC – Water Quality CertificateWRSCSSV – Wireline Retrievable Surface Controlled Sub-Surface ValveWRSV- Wireline Retrievable Safety ValveWSCA – Well Services Contractors AssociationWSS – Well Services SupervisorWT – watertightwT – Worn teeth drill bit damageWTI – West Texas IntermediateWTP – Willingness to PayWWS- Water well source completion aka WSW Water Source Well CompletionWY – Water Year

Abbreviation and Acronym “X”

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Xb – X-BushingX-COM – Multi Purpose Control Module, Sense EDM terminologyXMT – XMas TreeXO – Cross-Over

Abbreviation and Acronym “Y”

YP – yield pointYS – Yield strengthYV – yield value

Abbreviation and Acronym “Z”

Z- – acoustic impediance. production loggingZnCl2 – zinc chloride.ZMS – Zone Management Systems

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