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De-risking Paleozoic Oil Plays and recommendations in the Diyarbakır Foreland Basin (SE TÜRKİYE) The discovery of significant oil fields in the northern and southern Molla-Bismil petroleum province greatly enhances the petroleum potential of the southern part of the Diyarbakır Basin exploration licenses. The region seems to have all of the elements of a prolific basin including mature source rocks, migration pathways, and sandstone reservoirs in addition to structural traps. Exploration of Upper Ordovician reservoirs was ignited by the discovery of the Arpatepe, Bahar and Çalıktepe fields in the Diyarbakır Basin.This is a new exploration play of great importance in the Molla-Bismil area. Production from the fields has challenged the long held view that there was a low probability for new oil discovery in the southern foreland area. After significant initial success, appraisal wells were drilled to test the prospectivitiy of the trend within the structural traps. However, no discoveries have yet been made in the middle of the Molla-Bismil petroleum province, which lies on the border with the Arpatepe Field. The area is relatively underexplored, but there are indications of a working petroleum system. This is a similar situation to the between Molla-Bismil field and North Diyarbakır Field, which is still underexplored, although recent 2D or 3D seismic data coverage indicates the presence of many structures with similar structural traps, and consequently there are many potential leads (Hoşgör and Yılmaz, 2022). We have discussed the issues related to the article published in 2022 in detail. https://lnkd.in/dUWxPEme

World's Largest Metamorphic Rock Oilfield Discovered In China: China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) made a ground breaking announcement on Sunday that they have discovered the world's largest metamorphic rock oilfield. Found within the deep geological layers of the Earth, this significant discovery could potentially revolutionize the oil industry and global energy markets. 1. The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) has announced the discovery of the world's largest metamorphic rock oilfield. 2. The oilfield was found in the deep geological layers of the Earth, which could revolutionize the oil industry as well as global energy markets. 3. The discovery was made in the Bohai Sea, which is located within the Yellow Sea and Korea Bay, off China's northeastern coast. 4. This newly found oilfield surpasses all previous records and is one of significant hydrocarbon findings made in China's offshore oil fields. 5. Unlike conventional reservoirs found in sedimentary rocks, this oilfield is located within metamorphic rocks, which introduces a new exploration frontier that holds immense potential. The new oilfield reportedly has over a billion tons of reserves. The monumental discovery was made in the Bohai Sea, the innermost gulf of the Yellow Sea and Korea Bay, off the northeastern coast of China. These offshore oil fields have long been a source of significant hydrocarbon finds. However, the newly discovered oilfield, situated deep within the earth's crust, surpasses all previous records. It is encapsulated in metamorphic rocks, a different geological setting than conventional reservoirs, which typically reside in sedimentary rocks. This discovery opens up immense potential for future exploration, given this new exploration frontier. #oil #oil&gas #oilfield #china

Geological theory and exploration & development practice of hydrocarbon accumulation inside continental source kitchens https://lnkd.in/eZhJwpjd

Based on comprehensive seismic surveys conducted by BGB Inc. between 2016 and mid-2018, Somaliland stands out as a region of significant untapped potential in the field of oil and gas exploration. The geological landscape is characterized by a diverse composition, featuring distinct sedimentary sections such as Jurassic Rift Sequences, Cretaceous Sequences, Eocene Sequences, and Oligocene-Miocene Rift Sequences, all overlaying the Basement. Strikingly, these geological attributes closely mirror those found in Yemen, indicating a promising prospect for hydrocarbon exploration in Somaliland. A thorough examination of gravity and geological maps unveils the existence of multiple basins within the region, each presenting unique opportunities. These basins include the Guban-Bebera Basin, comprising the Guban sub-basin, Bebera sub-basin, Daban sub-basin, and Las Dureh sub-basin, as well as the Rajuda Basin, Al Mado Basin, Nogal Basin, Odweyne Basin, and the northern section of the Ogaden Basin. Conducting a succinct petroleum system analysis has facilitated the categorization of exploration potential into distinct orders. Foremost in the first order are the Guban-Bebera Basin blocks (SL-1, SL-2, SL-5, and SL-9), followed by the Rajuda Basin (SL-12) and the Al Mado Basin (SL-16, SL-21, and SL-17) in the second order. The third order includes the Nogal Basin (SL-16, SL-21, and SL-17) and the North Ogaden Basin (SL-14), with the remaining onshore blocks falling into the third tier. In summary, Somaliland's potential for oil and gas exploration is concentrated notably in the Guban-Bebera Basin, Rajuda Basin, and Al Mado Basin. The remaining onshore blocks also hold substantial promise, affirming the region's significant prospects for future endeavors in the hydrocarbon sector.  

#ASXNews Initial 2024 South Australia Uranium Exploration Program Finalised Adavale Resources is pleased to advise that plans are finalised for the initial uranium focused exploration of recently granted EL6821 and EL6957 (Mundowdna and Mundowdna South) in South Australia, where an extensive series of covered palaeochannels have been interpreted. The broad aim of the program is to assess the potential of these palaeochannel systems to host significant #uranium mineralisation. • 2024 initial exploration program finalised for prospective under cover uranium targets proximal to the Northern Flinders Ranges. • Upcoming program to include soil/rock chip, gravity and gamma surveys in a 3 to 4 week program. • Initial work to utilise existing pastoral tracks to identify near surface uranium across interpreted paleochannel system. • Notice of Entry submissions will soon confirm commencement dates for exploration. • Adavale is well placed to capitalise on the strong uranium price environment, which has seen prices exceed US$100/lb. #ADD’s Executive Director, David Riekie commented: “This program is an exciting entry towards unlocking the prospectivity of Adavale’s tenure at Mundowdna and Mundowdna South. The two licences encapsulate 1,305km2 within which the Company has recently identified a broad series of potential palaeochannel systems shedding from the Flinders Ranges. “Significant uranium is present in historical rock chip data over the area but limited drilling has occurred in the past, leaving the area largely unexplored. Adavale is now well positioned to quickly progress this project and identify those areas that offer the highest level of uranium prospectivity." Full announcement: https://loom.ly/BAB3S3U #AdavaleResources #ASX

Kazatomprom Begins Geological Exploration at the Eastern Section of Zhalpak Deposit https://lnkd.in/eFm8e7uP

Pegasus Resources, a prominent player in the mining industry, has taken a significant stride in its exploration endeavors by engaging Dahrouge Geological Consulting. The collaboration aims to develop a comprehensive geological model for Pegasus' Energy Sands project located in Utah. Chris Timmins, the CEO of Pegasus Resources, shared the details of this pivotal move. The geological model will be built upon extensive geological mapping and sampling conducted at the project site, providing a detailed analysis of lithologies, geological structures, mineralization styles, and controls. 'The recent ground program has yielded promising results, confirming the presence of paleochannel structures that govern the uranium and vanadium mineralization on the property,' Timmins stated. 'This understanding of the geological framework and potential resource distribution is crucial for our future exploration and development activities.' By leveraging the collected data, in conjunction with the 2015 Utah Geological Survey regional map and stratigraphic column, Dahrouge Geological Consulting has constructed a robust preliminary geological model. This model will serve as a foundation for Pegasus' permitting efforts and the planned drilling program scheduled for 2024. Timmins expressed confidence in the collaboration, praising Dahrouge's expertise and the detailed nature of the geological model produced. The model not only validates the initial exploration findings but also provides a clear pathway for future exploration and development activities. #mining #exploration #geologicalmodeling #uraniumvanadium #energysands #utahproject @pegasusresources @dahrouge

#Turkey / #Somalia - Turkish research ship arrives in Somalia for oil, gas exploration - from Hürriyet: Turkish research vessel Oruç Reis has arrived off the coast of Somalia to conduct seismic surveys for oil and natural gas, Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar announced on Oct. 25. "Oruç Reis has reached its mission location after its journey across continents," Bayraktar shared on X. The minister, along with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is scheduled to attend the welcoming ceremony for the seismic research vessel later in the day. The ship sailed for Somalia earlier this month to conduct seismic surveys for oil and natural gas in three areas where Türkiye has secured exploration licenses. Oruç Reis will carry out three-dimensional seismic studies in areas off the coast of Somalia. The mission is expected to last approximately seven months and will involve collecting seismic data for both oil and natural gas. This data will be analyzed in the Turkish capital Ankara to identify potential drilling sites. Earlier this year, Türkiye and Somalia signed memorandums of understanding between their ministries and governments. Under these agreements, Turkish Petroleum, Türkiye's national oil company, obtained licenses for three offshore areas in Somali waters. The ministry plans to conduct seismic surveys across the three licensed zones, each covering roughly 5,000 square kilometers (1,931 square miles). In an earlier statement, the Turkish minister said that sending off the Oruç Reis seismic research vessel to Somalia marks the beginning of a “historic era” for Türkiye, Bayraktar said. “We currently have partnerships in three oil fields in Northern Iraq, but we want to expand this. We also want to be more active in Iraq’s Basra and Libya.” He recalled that Türkiye recently signed an MoU with Sao Tome and Principe with the aim of developing energy cooperation between the two countries. Türkiye may also explore oil and natural gas in Sao Tome and Principe, Bayraktar said. https://lnkd.in/e5YBuCp3