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ABSTRACT
The Niger Delta, renowned for its vast hydrocarbon resources, faces significant challenges associated with wax deposition in its oil and gas production operations. Wax deposition can impede the flow of hydrocarbons, leading to production interruptions, increased operational costs, and environmental concerns. This project focuses on advancing the management of wax deposition in the Niger Delta by exploring innovative strategies, integration approaches, and technological solutions. The primary aim of this project is to enhance the understanding of wax deposition challenges specific to the Niger Delta region and to develop and implement effective wax management techniques. The project encompasses a range of objectives, including the assessment of current practices, the integration of advanced monitoring systems, the exploration of eco-friendly mitigation strategies, and the development of training programs for local personnel. The wax deposition process is covered in this review. Theoretical wax deposition processes such molecular diffusion, shear dispersion, Brownian diffusion, and gravity settling are also described. There is also an explanation of the variables influencing the wax deposition process, including pipe wall temperature (inlet coolant temperature), thermal history, time, and pressure.
