SEEBASE™ is a depth-to-basement model that represents the culmination of a number of calibration and integration steps:

• Integrated structural/kinematic interpretation
• Geophysical modelling
• Seismic & well calibration
• Integration of tectonic events & responses

SEEBASE™ is a quantitative model of the present-day configuration of economic basement topography that is consistent with the structural evolution of the basin. SEEBASE™ defines basin architecture and forms the basis for the systematic evaluation of exploration strategies.

A powerful aspect of the SEEBASE™ workflow is that the interpretation is performed in 2D map view and in 3D. This is a significant departure from conventional seismic-based basin analysis which is predominantly carried out in 2D cross-section view, especially when evaluating large areas. The FrOG Tech method is very effective in defining spatial variation in basin architecture in extensional, compressional, and strike-slip settings. With cross-section-view interpretation, too many margins are categorised by the geometry seen on seismic lines without reference to any variation in geometry that might occur nearby and with little understanding of the processes that created those geometries.

SEEBASE™ provides a foundation for petroleum systems evaluation, including play element distribution and quality (source/reservoir/seal), fluid focusing, zones of structural complexity, trap distribution, trap type and integrity, palaeogeography, oil vs. gas distribution, etc.

 A good example of a SEEBASE™ is available as part of our public-domain, Australia-wide OZSEEBASE study. See here for further details.