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Ahmed Shimi

Ahmed Shimi founded Quantum 7 after over 18 years of an international career spanning BP (IOC), Pruitt (independent), and Weatherford (a major service provider), where he led high-stakes Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) initiatives across more than 11 countries. 


Known for eliminating non-productive time (NPT) in complex Gulf of America operations and writing the official BP Plc MPD Guide and Manual, Ahmed brings a uniquely holistic perspective shaped by leadership roles on both the operator and service sides of the industry. He is globally recognized for pioneering MPD systems in xHPHT deepwater environments —including operations exceeding 20,000 psi, 425°F, and 12,000 ft water depth— and has authored multiple SPE papers on advanced drilling techniques. His portfolio includes:


  • XHPHT / HPHT exploration
  • Extended Reach Drilling (ERD)
  • Depleted reservoir mitigation
  • Horizontal, multi-lateral, and sidetrack drilling
  • Slot recovery and legacy well reentry
  • MPD coil tubing drilling in Alaska and permafrost zones
  • Plug & Abandonment with conductor and casing cold cutting
  • Remedial cement jobs and liner top squeezes


Unlike traditional consultants recruited from service companies, Ahmed integrates operator mindset, real-world analytics, and proven engineering strategies to solve clients’ toughest wellbore challenges. His leadership on API/IADC safety committees and his commitment to thinking beyond the tool catalog make Quantum 7 a trusted partner for technically demanding projects.

Ahmed Shimi, Founder & Principal Consultant

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Why work with quantum 7

Proven track record

Customized solutions

Proven track record

 Quantum 7 has turned high-risk, high-cost drilling failures into operational successes. In one notable example, we led the recovery of a $150M NPT situation by implementing MPD and stabilizing the well — delivering zero NPT on the next sidetrack and unlocking a previously unreachable reservoir. 

Global experience

Customized solutions

Proven track record

 With over 18 years of unmatched drilling expertise in conventional, unconventional, xHPHT/HPHT, and depleted reservoirs, we bring a practical, global perspective that spans land, shelf, and deepwater operations. We’ve faced—and solved—some of the toughest wellbore challenges across six continents. 

Customized solutions

Customized solutions

Customized solutions

 We don’t use cookie-cutter fixes. Every plan is tailored to your well, team, and operational environment. Our approach integrates with your team to improve safety, reduce downtime, and deliver measurable value, supported by industry-leading tools and domain expertise.

Commitment to Client Satisfaction

At Quantum 7, client satisfaction isn't just a priority — it's built into our foundation. With experience across an IOC (BP), a small independent (Pruitt), and a major service provider (Weatherford), I understand firsthand the disconnect between what operators truly need and what traditional service providers deliver.


Unlike firms limited by rigid portfolios or narrow perspectives, I bring a broad, operator-driven mindset shaped by global project execution across multiple regions. This unique background allows me to anticipate client needs, engineer tailored solutions, and deliver outcomes that align with the operator’s goals — not just the vendor’s capabilities.

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