Weather, thruster issues impact offshore Mexico seismic programs

Offshore staff

TRONDHEIM, Norway – Electromagnetic Geoservices (EMGS) has updated its offshore seismic acquisition activities.

BOA Thalassa is preparing to sail to northwest Australia to start a new survey, after completing a program offshore Malaysia.

BOA Galatea has been acquiring 3D electromagnetic data offshore Mexico under a $99.8-million contract. The combination of harsh weather and ultra-deepwaters led to higher than normal downtime for the vessel of 8.4% during 4Q 2013.

Atlantic Guardian has mobilized to Mexico, but its program for Pemex was delayed by nearly three weeks in order to repair of a thruster.

EM Leader has completed a survey offshore Angola.

01/07/2014