Marine Acquisition
TGS provides advanced marine seismic acquisition for offshore exploration, wind development and carbon storage. Our capabilities include Ramform-class vessels, GeoStreamer, ultra-high-resolution 3D, hybrid streamer-node and multiphysics surveys.
On Spec. On time. On Demand.
TGS delivers seismic acquisition solutions built on predictability, precision, and partnership. With decades of experience and one of the industry’s most comprehensive acquisition toolkits, we offer trusted results that help operators move forward with confidence. Whether exploring frontier basins or managing mature fields, our goal is simple: deliver seismic data that’s fit-for-purpose, on time, and ready to support critical decisions.
Our approach blends advanced technology, including OBN, GeoStreamer, UHR3D, 4D and hybrid acquisition, with global operational reach and a commitment to safety and sustainability. We consistently deliver high-value data across the energy value chain by combining innovative survey design, long-term partnerships, and a clear understanding of client objectives.
Our Solutions
TGS offers a range of acquisition solutions built to meet diverse survey goals and geologic settings.
Each is designed for data quality, efficiency, and seamless integration with processing and imaging.
Towed Streamer Solutions
TGS offers high-fidelity streamer acquisition using the GeoStreamer platform, optimized for complex targets and scalable operations. Configurations like GeoStreamer X, Extended Long Offsets, and UHR3D support accurate imaging, rich azimuth coverage, and shallow subsurface detail. Integrated workflows ensure efficient data delivery from acquisition to interpretation.
Ocean Bottom Node Solutions
TGS delivers flexible, high-quality OBN acquisition for challenging environments, from deepwater to infrastructure-heavy areas. With modular node systems and tailored deployment, we provide reliable seismic data for exploration, monitoring, and reservoir studies. Our approach combines global experience, efficient delivery, and a strong focus on safety.
Tailored Source Solutions
TGS source arrays are designed for precise control, low-impact output, and high data quality. With wide-tow configurations, advanced steering, and near-field hydrophone sampling, we achieve stable, accurate wavefields, even in sensitive areas. Source design is aligned with survey goals and environmental compliance.
The TGS Energy Data Value Chain
Marine acquisition at TGS is part of a broader technology vision, one that connects modeling, acquisition, processing and analytics in a streamlined data lifecycle. Visit our Technology Vision hub for videos and insights into how TGS is reshaping the energy data value chain. Explore how our integrated workflows help clients reduce cycle times, increase confidence, and generate more value from every dataset.
Data Quality, Backed by Results
Trusted by operators worldwide, our marine acquisition capability is defined by numbers that matter
Fleet and Operational Assets
TGS operates a modern, high-capacity fleet equipped for flexible marine acquisition. Our vessels include steerable multisensor GeoStreamer systems, precision source control, and automated cleaning systems to ensure efficient and high-quality data capture.
Combining TGS' signature Ramform-class and conventional vessels in operation, we adapt to a wide range of project needs while maintaining the highest safety and environmental standards. Learn more about our global fleet and how it supports scalable, dependable acquisition delivery.
Survey Design
Survey design is foundational to data quality, cost control, and emissions forecasting. TGS applies a practical modeling philosophy, using representative earth models and fit-for-purpose parameters to tailor each program.
We work closely with clients to align acquisition geometry with imaging objectives and processing workflows, ensuring that each survey is technically sound and commercially viable. Discover our approach to survey planning, from subsurface targeting to risk reduction.
Sustainability and Efficiency
Every acquisition decision impacts operational sustainability, and TGS is committed to minimizing emissions, reducing noise, and increasing efficiency across our marine activities. From low-impact source designs to vessel automation and barnacle mitigation systems, we invest in technologies that support safer, cleaner and more responsible acquisition. Use the form below to connect with an expert and discuss the measures TGS takes to align performance with environmental stewardship and operational excellence.
Let’s Discuss Your Acquisition Needs
With the industry’s most diverse fleet and integrated expertise, from survey design and acquisition to seismic data imaging, TGS delivers trusted, tailored solutions for complex exploration challenges.
Learn More About Our Fleet
Discover the capabilities, configurations and proven performance of our diverse fleet. Built for reliability and efficiency, our vessels are ready to meet your exploration needs, anywhere in the world.
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Every project is different. Talk to a TGS expert about your specific acquisition requirements. With decades of trusted experience and integrated capabilities, we’ll help you design the right solution from the start.
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