 The history of united geophysical One of the first companies to provide geological services to the oil industry, the company was formed in The United States of America in 1937. The 1950's and 60's saw the expansion of the corporation Internationally and conducted seismic surveys in over 60 countries world-wide during this period. Ownership of United Geophysical has changed as developments have occurred. The owners during the seventies, The Bendix Corporation of North America, sold its interest to Seiscom Delta in 1981. Seiscom Delta United merged with Norpac and Grant Geophysical undergoing a re-organisation period. Only the West African operations arm of the several parent companies retained its corporate identity of United Geophysical. It was this company which was purchased from Grant Geophysical in 1997 as a management buy out by several present, past senior management staff and other investors. Leading to the present position as leaders of seismic surveys in the region. Registered as a company on the Isle of Man United Geophysical was formed in 1997 following United Geophysical (Nigeria) Limited acquisition from Grant Geophysical of Houston. Regional representative offices in Houston, Lagos and London, provide; purchasing, administrative, marketing, operational and technical support. United Geophysical employ more than 120 well qualified professional and technical staff with expertise in, geophysics, topographical sciences, computer and electronic engineering, safety, medical, finance and administration. The Company's main area of operations at present is in Nigeria. Operating in West Africa through its wholly owned subsidiary United Geophysical (Nigeria) Limited. First registered in Nigeria in 1972, operations began in the Niger Delta during the 1960s and consequently almost fifty years of continuous operation in Nigeria. Specialising in land, swamp and transition zone 2D, 3D and 4D seismic data acquisition, United Geophysical has conducted seismic data acquisition surveys for all of the major oil companies operating in Nigeria. Major International companies such as Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC), the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company (NPDC) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) have entrusted United Geophysical for their data acquisition requirements during these years. Surveys for NAOC, SPDC and NNPC include seismic data acquisition in the Lake Chad Basin, with continuous operations over many years. The 90s saw the company awarded a three year 3D seismic data acquisition contract by SPDC. The largest 3D contract awarded anywhere worldwide, to a geophysical contractor. Confirmation of industry confidence in United Geophysical. Juxtaposed to this project United Geophysical successfully completed 3D seismic data acquisition for NAOC and NPDC. These successes resulted in our Nigerian Branch entering a Joint Venture agreement with Integrated Data Services Limited (IDSL), a subsidiary of NNPC. The strength of the Joint Venture led to the awarding of further contracts for 3D seismic data acquisition by NPDC, NAOC and SPDC. The total value of the 1700 sq km 3D programme contract award had a value exceeding US$53 million. United Geophysical (N) are Joint Venture managing partners for these projects. Having its registered head office in Lagos, the company deploys a crew support base facility in Warri. Here, are housed, electronic and mechanical workshops, offices, accommodation, dockside, slipway and warehouse facilities. Additionally United Geophysical (N)L has storage and base facilities in Maiduguri and liaison support offices in the United Kingdom and USA. As complement to the essential specialized seismic data acquisition equipment logistic expertise is required. United Geophysical invest heavily in the most efficient of technological advances. Modern four wheel drive vehicles, terrain vehicles, drilling equipment and mobile camps, able to conduct the most technically and logistically difficult projects in West Africa, The company assets include a fleet of self-contained houseboats, tugs and other marine equipment designed and built to support seismic operations in the Niger Delta. Careers United Geophysical continually seek the finest industry professionals to further strengthen our status as leaders in the acquisition of 3 & 4D seismic data. Those qualified in the following disciplines are invited to submit applications: Geologists / Geophysicists |
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