TGS Accelerates Global Exploration Efforts with Strategic Collaborations
Innovative Advancements in Technology
Just days after TGS announced a strategic partnership with Allton focused on deploying cutting-edge deepwater ocean-bottom node (OBN) technology, exciting developments have come to light. The Norwegian energy data and intelligence company is expanding its operations into three significant regions—Norway, Ghana, and Canada—aiming to enhance geological understanding and market opportunities in these areas.
Reprocessing Projects: A Deep Dive in Canada
On July 22, TGS launched the Orphan3D PSDM Phase 2 reprocessing project off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. This initiative is set to upgrade approximately 13,300 km² of 3D seismic data, targeting one of the most prospective exploration areas in the North Atlantic.
The primary objective of this comprehensive reprocessing is to enhance imaging quality and provide a deeper understanding of subsurface structures. This upgrade will allow exploration companies to evaluate opportunities within the basin more effectively. TGS anticipates that early products will be available by 2027, while the final migrated volumes are expected in the third quarter of next year.
Jim Keating, the CEO of Oil and Gas Corporation of Newfoundland and Labrador, highlighted the importance of this investment in geoscience data, emphasizing that it is crucial for maintaining the region’s competitive edge in global exploration. He stated, “This reprocessing project will provide industry with enhanced subsurface insights that support prospect evaluation and informed investment decisions.”
Exploring Norway’s Underutilized Assets
In another exciting development, TGS announced the Atlantic Margin South Reprocessing project in the Norwegian Sea, which will cover over 23,000 km² of 3D data within an underexplored section of the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS).
The processing of this data will occur in stages, with the first set of early-out products becoming available in Q3 2026, while a full integrity volume is projected for Q2 2027. Kristian Johansen, CEO of TGS, expressed enthusiasm for this initiative, stating, “As the industry sharpens its exploration efforts in more frontier basins, this dataset will enable E&P companies to reveal and derisk new prospectivity in this gas-prone volcanic basin.”
Expanding Seismic Insights in Ghana
TGS is not stopping in Canada and Norway; the company is also venturing into Ghana. The recent agreement with Ghana’s Petroleum Commission aims to establish the Gulf of Guinea 2D-cubed project, which will span the Keta Basin.
This first phase will utilize 5,500 km² of existing 3D data and over 14,700 kilometers of 2D data from multiple surveys to create a comprehensive 25,300 km² 2D-cubed project. With final products set to be completed by Q1 2027, this endeavor is poised to unveil significant untapped potential in the basin.
David Hajosky, Executive Vice President of Multi-Client at TGS, remarked, “The Keta Basin holds real untapped potential, and our customers need a clear, reliable view of it to act with confidence.” By integrating various data sources into a single format, TGS is committed to facilitating prospect maturation and supporting exploration efforts across West Africa.
Emphasizing Data-Driven Exploration
Through these strategic initiatives in Canada, Norway, and Ghana, TGS is providing essential data-driven insights that support the energy sector’s growth. These projects not only promise to enhance exploration efficiency but also aim to reduce risks for companies venturing into new basins.
By harnessing advanced reprocessing technologies and fostering collaboration across countries, TGS is shaping the future of energy exploration—ensuring that companies have access to high-quality seismic data and a clearer perspective on potential resources.