Our Product
inApril is an independent supplier of OBS technology as well as the independent provider of Venator, the complete and fully automated ocean bottom node (OBN) based seabed seismic solution. We offer a step change in the safe and efficient operation of seabed seismic surveys by providing cost-effective technology options needed for exploring and developing the world’s ‘harder to find’ hydrocarbon reserves.
Our Approach
Based on industry experience and feedback, we built Venator as a simple, robust and easy-to-operate OBN system. Our goal was to substantially lower the overall cost along with greater operational efficiency and increased safety. That is why we have based a high degree of automation in the system, in which every aspect of the operation is integrated. We achieved this by going back to basics, reassessing every aspect of the operation from node design and deployment to data management. In addition, our technology partners, some of Scandinavia’s most innovative companies, enabled us to devise many of Venator’s unique features, for example, the hands-free automated node launch, recovery and storage system as well as a fully automated data management system.
Venator is capable of launching nodes from the vessel, at a speed of up to six knots, far faster than currently available systems. Its modular composition means its operations are scalable, and can be mobilized on vessels of opportunity around the world. In addition, the same nodes and automation system are suitable for every depth of operation from 0-3000 m.
Venator is fully tested through a series of sea trials, in-house test programs and commercial projects. The system has already significantly expanded the opportunities for oil companies to make use of seabed seismic acquisition data. This includes infrastructure led exploration (ILE) projects and consistent 4D reservoir monitoring projects.
