BASF and Omya enter global partnership on hollow glass microspheres

Hollow glass microspheres are applied in the oil and gas industry as lightweight material for the cementing of boreholes

BASF and Omya are joining forces in the advancement and commercialization of BasoSphere hollow glass microspheres for cementing applications in the oil and gas industry.

With unique combinations of shape and size, as well as lower density and higher compressive strength, BasoSphere is a product family of engineered hollow glass microspheres which offer superior strength to density ratios and prevent fluid loss and formation damage during well completion. It will be exclusively commercialized by BASF.

The innovative hollow glass microspheres combine BASF's chemical and application expertise for cementing products in the oil and gas industry with Omya's experience in the production of fillers. “We are thrilled to partner with Omya for this lightweight cementing solution which enhances our offering to the global oil and gas industry,” says Damien Caby, Senior Vice President, BASF Oilfield Chemicals and Mining Solutions. “By reducing the amount of cement required, BasoSphere hollow glass microspheres also contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions during the completion of oil and gas wells.”

“Omya is proud to partner with BASF and establish a solid cooperation to make the next generation of lightweight materials available for applications in the oil and gas industry,” says Herlinde Wauteraerts, CEO Omya Region Europe.