- In June 2024, the U.S. oil & gas industry saw a steady rise in rig activity, particularly in shale regions, boosting demand for high-performance clear brine fluids. These fluids are essential in maintaining wellbore integrity during complex drilling. The increased exploration focus, combined with tightening environmental standards, is encouraging the use of low-toxicity and thermally stable formulations across both onshore and offshore operations.
- In 2024, offshore exploration projects accelerated across North America and West Africa, driven by rising global energy demand. Clear brine fluids—especially calcium bromide and multi-salt blends—gained traction for use in high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) wells. Their ability to support formation control, pressure maintenance, and drilling safety made them critical for complex subsea and ultra-deepwater operations, reflecting a growing trend toward advanced well fluid solutions.
- In early 2024, sodium chloride-based clear brine fluids emerged as the leading product type due to their affordability and broad applicability. While potassium and formate-based brines offered superior performance in HPHT wells, sodium chloride maintained dominance in standard operations. Its wide use across onshore drilling, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), and maintenance activities positioned it as a reliable and scalable solution in price-sensitive markets.
