Bright spots, Dim spots: DHI support in Niger Delta - with Dr. Krzysztof M. (Chris) Wojcik

Direct Hydrocarbon Indicator (DHI) support for hydrocarbons in the Niger Delta has been recognized for several decades. Largely unconsolidated Tertiary shallow marine and deepwater clastics are characterized by strong amplitude response related to hydrocarbon presence. Bright-spot amplitude anomalies have been an attractive exploration target since early 70’. However, even in a well-calibrated basin as the Niger Delta, amplitudes do not always ‘work’. Both false positives, as well as hydrocarbon-bearing reservoirs without any DHI support, are fairly common. The remaining exploration potential in the Niger Delta is still significant thus there is a clear driver to improve our ability to assess the potential for DHI support beyond classic bright-spot plays, as well as to polarize exploration risks to avoid costly failures. This presentation illustrates key issues that seismic interpreters face evaluating classic bright spots and extending bright spot plays into more subtle and risky dim spot plays. ********************************************************************************************* If you are an Early Career Professional and want to collaborate with and learn from highly-experienced industry experts while continuing in your current job, then please visit: https://www.nexgentrp.com/evolve-prof... If you are a student and would like to consider participating in an upcoming EVOLVE 6-month virtual internship, you can learn more at: https://seg.org/EVOLVE If you are interested in supporting the Fearless Explorers of the Future through one of our varied contribution types (Corporate sponsorships, donations, etc.), please visit: https://www.nexgentrp.com/support or send us a message to any of our platforms or send us an email to [email protected]. Join and Like our FACEBOOK Page ►   / segevolveandpro   Subscribe to our YOUTUBE Channel ►    / segevolveandpro   Join our LINKEDIN Group ►   / segevolveandpro