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With over many years of California basin experience, NorthAxis's exploration team combines cutting-edge geoscience with local expertise to identify economically viable reserves. Our 2023 discovery rate of 78% outperforms industry averages by 22%.
Technological Edge:
- 3D/4D seismic interpretation
- AI-powered prospect ranking
- Reservoir characterization labs
- Directional drilling planning
- Geochemical fingerprinting
- Microseismic monitoring
- Play-based exploration
- Regulatory permitting specialists
Recent successes include the identification of the Monterey Formation's hybrid play potential and the development of patented slim-hole drilling techniques that reduce exploration costs by 35%. Our team maintains active leases across 1.2 million acres in California's most prospective basins.
"Northaxis geologists discovered 3 of the last 5 commercial fields in the San Joaquin Valley - a testament to our technical leadership."