Campaign Overview

Staatsolie, the state-controlled oil company and market regulator of Suriname, has initiated a 3D seismic survey in the shallow-water section of the Guyana-Suriname basin. The primary objective is to investigate the area's potential for oil and gas resources.

Survey Scope and Location

The campaign covers approximately 2000 square kilometers off the coast of Saramacca and Coronie, at water depths ranging from 20 to 50 meters. This area includes part of the shallow-water acreage currently being offered under Suriname's latest open-door initiative, which commenced earlier in the week.

Data Collection and Timeline

Over a two-month period, the seismic data collection will be conducted by China's BGP and Norway's TGS. The goal is to acquire high-quality seismic data to map potential oil and gas deposits in the region.

Survey Methodology

The BGP Prospector vessel will execute the multi-client survey using an advanced seismic array. The setup includes an eight-streamer configuration, with each streamer extending 6000 meters in length and positioned at a depth of nine meters below the water surface.