Advance in seismic interpretation claimed by ffA

UK-based ffA has launched new seismic interpretation workflow software, GeoTeric, which is said to directly translate geophysical data into geological information. According to the company, by focusing on bringing out the geological expression captured in seismic data, GeoTeric bridges the gaps between seismic processing, interpretation, and 3D modelling.

ffA's established 3D seismic analysis, frequency decomposition, and RGB colour blending technologies are retained within the GeoTeric suite so that GeoTeric will unlock the full potential of seismic data giving interpreters the power to make the most informed, seismically-driven decisions.

GeoTeric also brings to the market ffA's Adaptive Geobodies technology, developed with Lundin Norge, which is intended to make it possible to tackle every situation requiring 3D geobody delineation. With Adaptive Geobodies interpreters can generate 3D geobodies based on single or multiple attribute responses intuitively and interactively. Sophisticated 3D manual manipulation tools and the ability to account for the interplay between different elements of the geology makes it possible to extract 3D geobodies in areas such as braided channel or karst systems, which ffA would be impossible using other commercially available techniques.

Agnès Campan, ffA director of global sales and marketing, said: 'ffA's proprietary technology has a proven record of success in conventional and unconventional reservoirs worldwide. GeoTeric marks the beginning of a new way of interacting with seismic data. Its development is bringing together all the knowledge, skill, and experience we have amassed in identifying the challenges faced by the global E&P community and our users today. GeoTeric spans the spectrum of geological environments including shale, clastic, faults, channels and carbonates. With its unique data-driven and user-guided approach, interpreters will be able to explore for new reserves and evaluate reservoirs with greater confidence than ever before, while taking weeks out of their interpretation workflow.'

First Break - February 2012 - Issue 2 - Volume 30