Independent Engineering Consultancy
Well Engineering Excellence
Independent engineering studies with 30 years' experience from the oil and gas industry — from international operations to the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
About Us
Engineering Studies You Can Trust
Hovem AS, established in 2020, performs engineering studies from home office. Based in Oppdal, Norway.
Knut Hovem has 30 years' experience from the oil and gas industry, from international operations and from the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
30+
Years Experience
2020
Established
Oppdal
Based in Norway
Knut Hovem
Lead / Senior Well Engineer / Completions Engineer
30 years' experience from the oil and gas industry, from international operations and from the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
LinkedInWhat We Do
Our Services
We provide expert engineering studies across the full lifecycle of well design and field development.
Deep Geothermal Well Design
Design of deep geothermal wells with respect to thermal expansion of pipe, material selection, and completion integrity at high temperatures. We bring 30+ years of oil and gas well engineering experience to the emerging geothermal energy sector — ensuring wells are safe, efficient, and built to last.
Our geothermal expertise is linked to Pipeinpipe, a project developing patented pipe-in-pipe technology for geothermal wells. The system uses high-temperature thermoplastic pipes pre-assembled into a single unit, making deep geothermal wells more efficient, affordable, and scalable.
Key Capabilities
- Thermal expansion analysis & pipe design
- High-temperature material selection
- Pipe-in-pipe completion design
- Well integrity for geothermal conditions
Field Development Assessment
Assessment of oil and gas field development plans considering the most current industry practice.
Due Diligence
Independent assessment of technology and field development plans prior to acquisition.
Water Injection Well Design
Design of water injection wells.
CO₂ Injection Well Design
Design of CO₂ injection wells with respect to the need for sand control and zone isolation.
Well Examination & Learning
Examination and learning from existing wells and completion installations in the past.
Track Record
Reference Projects
A selection of projects demonstrating our range of expertise.
Sand Control Assessment
An operator with subsea tieback of a small gas field wanted an assessment on the need to gravel pack for sand control. We reviewed all data and compared the predicted production and reservoir pressure with other producing gas wells worldwide. We provided a report with engineering rationale for why the well should be gravel packed and recommendation for how to best gravel pack this well.
Back Flow Recommendation
An operator of a medium size subsea field development wanted an assessment on the need to back flow water injection wells prior to injection from host facility. We reviewed the wells and supported a back flow recommendation for two of the wells.
Training Course Development
A supplier of wells equipment wanted to provide a training course on well construction methods for its employees. We prepared the course material and provided 2-day training at their office site.
Technology Due Diligence
A large supplier of well construction technology wanted an independent assessment of the technology owned by a small company prior to acquisition. We assessed the uniqueness and value of the technology from a technology buyer perspective.
Our Process
How We Work
A straightforward process designed to deliver results efficiently.
Step 1
Initial Conversation
We discuss your needs and scope to understand what you require.
Step 2
Secure Document Sharing
You receive a link to a secure SharePoint site to upload your material.
Step 3
Analysis & Reporting
We study the material, answer your questions, and produce useful reports.
Step 4
Delivery & Satisfaction
We deliver on scope, timeline, and cost — with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We will deliver on the scope, according to agreed timeline and to agreed cost. We will not invoice unless you are 100% satisfied with our work.
Get in Touch
Let's Discuss Your Project
Whether you need an independent assessment, well design consultation, or due diligence support — we'd like to hear from you.