Shearwater has been awarded a Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) seismic program in the Stabroek Block, offshore Guyana, by ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (ExxonMobil).
The two-month scope of work comprises source‑only seismic acquisition in support of a baseline DAS reservoir surveillance survey over the Yellowtail development area. Shearwater has deployed the SW Empress in a triple source configuration, in direct continuation from a Multiclient project in South America where the vessel has been operating since November 2025.
“DAS programs may provide clients with specific insights into reservoir surveillance throughout a field’s life. Shearwater’s source technology, offshore execution experience, and flexible capacity enable vessels to switch between different modes to maximise vessel utilisation,” said CEO Irene Waage Basili.
About Shearwater
Shearwater is a global marine geoscience and technology business that specialises in collecting data offshore. The organisation uses state-of-the art seismic vessels and equipment to explore beneath the seabed and processes the data using market-leading proprietary software. These insights help clients understand the Earth and make informed decisions about accelerating responsible use of its resources. Shearwater’s headquarters is in Bergen, Norway, with more facilities all around the globe. The company employs around 1,000 people.
About ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil, one of the largest publicly traded international energy and petrochemical companies, creates solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.
The corporation’s primary businesses - Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions – provide products that enable modern life, including energy, chemicals, lubricants, and lower emissions technologies. ExxonMobil holds an industry-leading portfolio of resources, and is one of the largest integrated fuels, lubricants, and chemical companies in the world. ExxonMobil also owns and operates the largest CO2 pipeline network in the United States.







