The Merluza survey in Santos Basin was completed nearly 2 weeks ahead of schedule despite serious currents, voracious barnacles and large swell. Just another job? Valiant's reliable excellence is a cornerstone of PGS continued success in Brazil.
Ramform Valiant has completed acquisition on the Merluza survey in Santos Basin, Brazil, nearly 2 weeks ahead of schedule. Valiant started the survey in mid December 2008, taking just 80 days to acquire almost 2000 sq km of data, with 10 x 8km streamers.
The survey was challenging, with strong currents combining with the long streamers to cause a high amount of infill. Obstructions included up to three rigs within the survey area, not to mention pipe laying and diving operations to contend with. These challenges and typical Santos Basin conditions. Large swell and high barnacle growth proved no match for the crews of the Ramform Valiant, who delivered an excellent HSE performance and kept downtime well under control.
Brazilian Hat Trick
This is the Ramform Valiant's third MultiClient survey during her latest campaign in Brazil, which commenced in September 2008. She is expected to remain in the region well into the South Atlantic winter. Funding for MultiClient surveys in Brazil remains strong, and the performance of the Ramform Valiant has been a cornerstone of the continued success of this part of PGS' business.
Magne Reiersgard, PGS President Marine NSA commented:
"Ramform Valiant has once again delivered the very high standards we have come to expect in Brazil. These surveys further strengthen the PGS MultiClient library portfolio in the region."