SLB provided a robust solution by deploying the 2.62‑in OD SIMextra retrievable bridge plug, engineered specifically for challenging debris‑laden, and restricted‑diameter environments. The plug’s design enabled it to pass smoothly through the 2.813‑in ID nipple profile while delivering a reliable, gas‑tight seal throughout the tree repair. To further mitigate debris risks, the SIMextra plug was run together with an integrated junk catcher, ensuring debris was captured before it could impede retrieval.

The operation was completed efficiently in just two runs—one to set the plug and one for retrieval. The SIMextra plug’s V0‑rated sealing system, segmented slip architecture, and active retraction mechanism enabled seamless recovery with no complications. The customer avoided the extended downtime typically caused by failed retrieval attempts using competitor plugs and achieved a smooth, safe, and highly efficient intervention.