Viridien, in collaboration with PETRONAS, through Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), has commenced an 18-month multi-client Integrated Prospectivity and Subsurface Study (IPSS) covering the onshore Sabah region, Malaysia. The study will provide investors and explorers with a clearer, data-driven view of the basin’s hydrocarbon potential, supported by its proximity to proven offshore petroleum systems.

Covering approximately 60,000 km2, the IPSS will use Viridien’s multi-disciplinary geoscience expertise to integrate geological, geophysical, remote sensing, field and laboratory data to assess basin-scale prospectivity and identify exploration opportunities. Deliverables will include play definition, sweet-spot identification, resource assessment, and ArcGIS-based digital geological mapping to support future exploration and potential seismic acquisition planning.

Dechun Lin, Head of Earth Data, Viridien, said: “Viridien has a long track record of leveraging its advanced geoscience and subsurface characterization expertise to support a better industry understanding of highly prospective regions. Through this IPSS project, we will apply those capabilities to onshore Sabah, where modern seismic data coverage remains limited, but the exploration potential is considered significant.”

About Viridien

Viridien is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges. Viridien employs around 3,200 people worldwide and is listed as VIRI on the Euronext Paris SA (ISIN: FR001400PVN6).

About Petronas

Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) is a global energy company committed to producing and delivering energy and solutions needed to advance society responsibly and sustainably.
As Malaysia’s national oil and gas company, we safeguard and manage the nation’s hydrocarbon resources. Our aim is to maximise value through our integrated business model to meet the energy needs of the nation and our customers across the globe. Our portfolio includes oil and gas, petrochemicals, petroleum products, as well as a range of cleaner energy solutions.