Igor Kuvshinov
Senior Engineer / Geochemist
Igor Kuvshinov joined DeGolyer and MacNaughton in 2018, specializing in the assessment of completion practices, well performance evaluation, and development of cost-effective solutions using a systematic workflow that combines diagnostic methods with analytical and numerical techniques. Prior to joining D&M, he worked at Halliburton in the United States and Russia. He has over 33 years of experience in the industry.
Kuvshinov earned his undergraduate degree in petroleum geochemistry and geology in 1993 from Novosibirsk State University in Novosibirsk, Russia, as well as a specialist honor diploma, which is equivalent to a master’s degree in petroleum engineering. He is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers.
Geographical Experience
- Algeria
- Australia
- Azerbaijan
- Brazil
- Canada
- China
- India
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Kuwait
- Russia
- Ukraine
- United States
- Vietnam
Topical Areas of Expertise
- Fracture engineering solutions
- Acidizing
- Production optimization
- Sand control
- Water and gas control
- Well intervention / workover
- Artificial lift
- Completion solutions
- Coalbed methane
- Flow assurance
- Big data analysis
- Integrated direct field diagnostics (interpretation and integration of microseismic, fiber optic, tracer, downhole pressure, inflow data, microdeformation surveys, etc.)
Major Projects
During his 20 years at Halliburton, Kuvshinov was responsible for fracture engineering solutions, production optimization, sand control, remedial treatments, and direct field diagnostic technology. He has extensive worldwide experience in well completion and stimulation of tight and shale oil and gas reservoirs and conventional oil and gas reservoir engineering.
At D&M, he focuses on delivering advanced completion and fracture engineering solutions and implementing production optimization projects in carbonate and clastic reservoirs across new and mature plays. His expertise includes developing tailored technical strategies aligned with client objectives and regional conditions, ensuring a consistent and cost-efficient approach from individual wells to multi-reservoir field developments. He is also experienced in engineering R&D initiatives involving statistical analysis, risk and uncertainty assessment, and machine learning applications. In addition, he has conducted numerous training programs for clients seeking in-depth knowledge of well stimulation, inflow damage remediation, and field diagnostic technologies. He has extensive experience in the development and deployment of innovative stimulation, acidizing, and water control technologies, along with evaluating and applying methods to enhance production. He brings strong field operations expertise, including hands-on supervision and remote, real-time engineering support for stimulation treatment
