Draft:Shearwater GeoServices
Marine Geophysical Company
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Shearwater GeoServices is a Norway-based marine geophysical company that provides seismic acquisition, processing, and imaging services to the global oil and gas industry. The company specializes in offshore seismic surveys used for subsurface exploration and reservoir analysis.
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Geophysical services |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Headquarters | Bergen, Norway |
Key people | Irene Basili |
| Services | Marine seismic acquisition, processing, and imaging |
| Website | www |
History
Shearwater GeoServices was established in 2016 and has grown through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. The company significantly expanded its fleet and operational capabilities through transactions involving seismic vessels and partnerships with industry players.[1]
In 2018, Schlumberger (now SLB) entered into an agreement with Shearwater involving marine seismic operations, contributing to the company’s growth in the offshore geophysical sector.[2]
Operations
Shearwater GeoServices operates a global fleet of seismic vessels and provides services including:
- Marine seismic data acquisition
- Seismic processing and imaging
- Multi-client data acquisition
The company conducts surveys for major oil and gas companies worldwide, supporting exploration and development activities.
Projects
Shearwater has been involved in multiple offshore seismic surveys across different regions.
The company has secured contracts for 3D seismic surveys for major energy companies, including ExxonMobil and Eni.[3][4]
It has also conducted surveys in regions such as Africa and South America as part of exploration campaigns.[5]
Fleet
Shearwater operates a fleet of high-end seismic vessels equipped for offshore geophysical surveys. The fleet supports both proprietary and multi-client seismic data acquisition programs.
See also
- Seismic survey
- Offshore exploration
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