Viridien SA’s subsidiary Sercel has been awarded a major contract by ONGC to supply its advanced 528 seismic acquisition systems totaling 24,000 channels. The deployment will support India’s energy exploration efforts, marking one of the largest seismic equipment orders in the region.
Sercel, a leading geophysical equipment manufacturer under Viridien SA, has announced a significant contract win from Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), India’s premier energy explorer. The agreement involves the supply of Sercel 528 seismic acquisition systems, comprising 24,000 channels, to bolster ONGC’s subsurface exploration capabilities.
Major takeaways
- The Sercel 528 system is renowned for its reliability and precision in land-based seismic data acquisition
- The 24,000-channel deployment will enhance ONGC’s ability to map hydrocarbon reserves across complex terrains
- This contract represents one of the largest seismic equipment orders in India, reinforcing Sercel’s regional footprint
- The systems will be used in upcoming exploration campaigns aimed at boosting domestic energy production
- Sercel’s technology supports high-resolution imaging, crucial for accurate resource identification and drilling decisions
- The deal aligns with India’s strategic push for energy self-reliance and improved upstream infrastructure
- Viridien SA emphasized the importance of this partnership in strengthening its global presence in energy markets
This collaboration marks a milestone in India’s energy exploration journey, combining ONGC’s operational scale with Sercel’s cutting-edge seismic solutions.
Sources: Viridien SA official website, Sercel press release, ONGC updates, India Energy News