TGS announced its seventh onshore seismic project for 2018, Dawson Phase II 3-D seismic survey in Canada, the company said on June 7.

The Dawson Phase II 3-D multiclient seismic survey is located in the province of British Columbia, Canada, east of TGS’ Dawson Phase I. This new project will encompass approximately 274 sq km providing both an enhanced imaging solution and rock physics characterization of the Montney shale formation.

Permitting on the survey has already commenced and data acquisition is expected to begin in the second half of 2018. Preliminary data will be available in first-quarter 2019, with final data available third-quarter 2019. The high fold vibroseis data will be processed by TGS utilizing its modern land imaging technology thus allowing operators to satisfy recent regulatory requirements to map faults for pre-assessment of induced seismicity hazards.

“TGS continues to strengthen its onshore position with new seismic investments in prolific and high potential onshore plays across North America. Dawson Phase II further expands upon adjacent TGS seismic data in the Montney Formation of Alberta and British Columbia, an area long targeted for oil and gas exploration,” Kristian Johansen, CEO for TGS, said.

The project is supported by industry funding.