5 February 2014, Limassol, Cyprus
SeaBird Exploration Plc ("SeaBird") will, in partnership with Acorn Geophysical Ltd, commence an additional 3D seismic acquisition project in the Gulf of Guinea. The survey is an extension of the 3D project previously announced on 15 January 2014 for 1,500 km² with prefunding of approximately USD 4.8 million. This additional acquisition program is for approximately 1,100km² and will be acquired using the survey vessel Geo Pacific. The expected project duration is 30 days. The additional project has been prefunded with approximately USD 3.2 million.
SeaBird is a global provider of marine acquisition for 2D/3D and 4D seismic data, and associated products and services to the oil and gas industry. SeaBird specializes in high quality operations within the high end of the source vessel and 2D market, as well as in the shallow/deep water 2D/3D and 4D market. Main focus for the company is proprietary seismic surveys (contract seismic). Main success criteria for the company are an unrelenting focus on Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Quality (HSSEQ), combined with efficient collection of high quality seismic data. All statements in this press release other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, and are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove accurate. These factors include SeaBird`s reliance on a cyclical industry and the utilization of the company's vessels. Actual results may differ substantially from those expected or projected in the forward-looking statements.
This information is subject of the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.
For further queries contact:
Dag Reynolds
CEO SeaBird Exploration
Phone: +47 90883737
Nils Haugestad
CFO SeaBird Exploration
Phone: +971 4 427 1700