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From Exploration to Production

A proven 6-phase methodology that takes oil and gas assets from initial discovery through full-scale field development -- with rigour, precision and commercial clarity at every stage.

6Phases · Exploration to Decommissioning
Phase 01 of 06
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Review & Re-Evaluation of Discovered Reservoirs

The journey begins with a comprehensive review of exploration history and rigorous re-evaluation of discovered reservoirs using all available subsurface data.

Review of exploration history of the field
Geoscience interpretation — seismic mapping, velocity analysis and modelling
Seismic attribute analysis for reservoir delineation
Petrophysical analysis — determination of reservoir parameters
Estimation of reserves and preliminary prospect generation
Review & Re-Evaluation of Discovered Reservoirs
Phase 02 of 06
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Exploration & Seismic Survey

Moving from data review to active exploration — acquiring new seismic data, defining plays, qualifying leads and drilling exploration wells to prove discoveries.

Study of environmental data and review of existing field data
Further exploration — 2D and 3D seismic survey and appraisal drilling
Define exploration plays and identify possible hydrocarbon leads
Develop prospects inventory, apply geological risks and rank
Volumetric calculation and drilling of exploration and appraisal wells
Exploration & Seismic Survey
Phase 03 of 06
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Field Appraisal & Feasibility Studies

Rigorous technical and commercial appraisal to determine whether the discovery is worth developing — combining detailed subsurface studies with market evaluation and economic modelling.

Detailed geological, geophysical and reservoir studies
Reservoir characterization, modelling and simulation
Market evaluation, risk allocation and infrastructure planning
Project economics — fiscal terms, CAPEX, OPEX, expected revenue
Sensitivities analysis and project risk assessment
Field Appraisal & Feasibility Studies
Phase 04 of 06
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Field Development Planning

Translating subsurface knowledge into an actionable development plan — from well count and placement to surface facilities, pipelines and production scheduling.

Field location, design criteria — legislation, codes and standards
Primary reservoir mapping — structure maps and type logs
Drilling and completion strategy, well engineering
Production facilities design and pipeline transport systems
Reservoir management, modelling and simulation
Field Development Planning
Phase 05 of 06
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Construction, Operations & Decommissioning

Executing the development plan through construction and installation, then managing operations through the asset's productive life and eventual decommissioning.

Construction and installation management
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Operations and maintenance optimization
Abandonment and decommissioning planning
Construction, Operations & Decommissioning
Phase 06 of 06
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HSE & Community Development

Safety and community welfare are not an afterthought — they run parallel to every phase. Dedicated HSE planning and community engagement ensure sustainable, responsible operations.

Comprehensive Safety Plan development and implementation
Occupational Health Plan for all project personnel
Facilities design and contingency plans
Community development and relations programme
HSE & Community Development

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