Deltic Energy plc is to start 3D seismic data acquisition over licence P2428, containing the Cupertino prospect, and surrounding areas in the southern North Sea.
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The seismic vessel, under contract to ION Geophysical, has mobilised to site and is due to begin the survey on 11 September.
The acquisition of approximately 700km2 of 3D seismic data, focused on the Plymouth Zechstein Reef prospect, will take six to seven weeks to complete.
Processed data is due to be delivered in mid-2022.
Farm-in partner Cairn is responsible for 100% of the costs of the associated work programme, including seismic acquisition and processing, up to an investment decision.
On completion Deltic will hold a 40% non-operated interest in the licence.
“The acquisition of high quality modern 3D seismic over the licence area is a key step in de-risking future exploration drilling on this licence,” said chief executive Graham Swindells.