SEISMIC ACQUISITION PLAN REPORT

Baran Onshore Block (2667-12), Pakistan

Oil & Gas Investments Limited (OGIL)

August 15, 2011

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Table of Contents

1) Physiography of the Baran Block w.r.t. Surroundings.......................................................4

2) Exploration Work Programme Financial Commitment.................................................5
3) Evaluation & Purchase of Available Geophysical Data at LMKR Office.........................7
3.1 Outcome of the Data Review:..........................................................................................7
3.2 Geological Data – Purchase – I (2010):.............................................................................9
3.3 Geophysical Data – Purchase – I (2010):...........................................................................9
4) Geophysical Studies for Lead A..................................................................................11
4.1 Previous Work...............................................................................................................11
4.2 Database Incorporated..................................................................................................11
4.3 Data Quality...................................................................................................................12
4.4 Mapping.........................................................................................................................12
4.5 Fault Correlation/Interpretation....................................................................................12
4.6 Preliminary Structure Maps...........................................................................................13
4.6.1 TWT structure map at near Top Pab Sandstone level...................................................................13
4.6.2 Depth Structure Maps....................................................................................................................14

5) Reprocessing of Purchased Seismic Data...................................................................17

5.1 Objectives of Reprocessing............................................................................................17
5.2 Recommendations for Reprocessing of Seismic Data.....................................................18
5.3 Reprocessing Cost..........................................................................................................19
6) Why Seismic Acquisition for Lead A?.........................................................................20
6.1 Insufficient data & Sparse Gridding................................................................................21
6.2 Data Quality...................................................................................................................22
6.3 Digitized Data.................................................................................................................22
6.4 Misties...........................................................................................................................23
6.5 Noisy data......................................................................................................................23
6.6 Old Vintage Data & Shallow Objectives..........................................................................24
6.7 Seismic Resolution.........................................................................................................24
6.8 Less Authenticity of Interpretation................................................................................25
7) Proposed Seismic Acquisition Programme.................................................................26
7.1 Validation of Proposed Seismic Acquisition...................................................................27
7.2 Elevation Profiles of Proposed Seismic Lines..................................................................31
8) Geophysical Reconnaissance Survey:.........................................................................34
8.1 Scope of Work................................................................................................................35
8.2 Operation Description:...................................................................................................35

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8.3 Field Activity..................................................................................................................36

8.4 Recommendations Regarding Lead A.............................................................................36
9) Preliminary Working of Designing Seismic Acquisition Parameters for......................37
9.1 Acquisition Parameters of Available Vintages................................................................38
9.2 Frequency & Wavelength Calculation of Primary Target (Line No HPK96-04).................39
9.3 Fresnel Zone & Vertical Resolution................................................................................40
9.4 Proposed Acquisition Cost..................................................................................................41

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1) Physiography of the Baran Block w.r.t. Surroundings

Baran Block is situated in the lower belt of Indus basin in districts Dadu (Sindh) & Lasbella
(Baluchistan). It comprises over about 2475.26 sq. Kms. The nearest major city Dadu is
about 20 km to the West of Baran Block. Baran Block is surrounded by the Bhit gas field of
ENI, Zamzama gas field of BHP on North East, while Zamzama North Block of Hycarbex &
Mehar block of Petronas on the North of Baran block

Baran
Block

PPIS Upstream Petroleum Activities Map- June 2010

Area lies in the Zone –III, defined by DGPC i.e. low to high cost & medium risk area. Block is
surrounded by the Bhit and Bhadra gas field of ENI in the East, Zamzama Gas field of BHP in
the North East of Baran block as shown above.

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2) Exploration Work Programme Financial Commitment

Exploration Licenses of Baran block as signed on 28 th of June 2010, the signed copy of PCA &
EL was handed over to OGIL on 11th of February with the request to get the registration of EL
at Sub registrar – Islamabad. Accordingly Baran EL was registered on 1st of March 2011.

Minimum
Financial
Minimum Work Obligation Work Unit
US $
(Million)
1st Year:
G & G Studies
400 L. Kms 2-D Seismic Data acquisition, 1.2 120
processing, interpretation.
2nd Year:
100 Sq. Kms 3-D seismic data acquisition, 1.0 100
Initial Phase Phase - I processing, interpretation
1 exploratory well to a depth of 3500 m or 1.5 150
30 m into Fortmunro / Mughalkot
formation whichever is shallower.
3rd Year:
1 exploratory well to a depth of 3500 m or 1.5 150
30 m into Fortmunro / Mughalkot
formation whichever is Shallower
Phase-II
Total 5.2 520

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Map showing different Districts/Tehsils inside & outside Baran Block

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3) Evaluation & Purchase of Available Geophysical Data at LMKR Office

The Geological & Geophysical data review for Baran Block had been carried out at LMKR
office (Islamabad) from July 26 to July 27, 2010 to evaluate the Hydrocarbon prospectivity of
the Baran area. The G & G data review included the review of the Stratigraphic column, well
depths, well status, Petrophysical Logs with some information about hole profile, testing
results Geological Reports, Final Well Report, Seismic Lines Hard Section, Seismic Line Digital
Data, VSP and Check Shot data etc.

3.1 Outcome of the Data Review:

The outcome of this review is delineation of the subsurface Structural Highs as;
1- A - Structure
2- B - Structure
3- C - Structure
4- D - Structure

The “A” structure straddles in the southern part of the north eastern edge of the Baran
Block and extends further outside the block boundary (in Zamzama South of PPL), south
west of Zamzama field. The Structure is oriented mainly NW – SE bounded by a fault in its
western side. The structure is confirmable at different level.

The “B” Structure straddles in the northern part of the north eastern edge of the Baran
Block and west of the Zamzama North – 01.

The “C” Structure straddles in the Southern part of the southern edge of the Baran Block
and west of the Bhit – 03 well. The structure is oriented in NW – SE.

The “D” Structure straddles in the Southern part of the Baran Block and west of the East
Dewana well-01 & east of Andhar – 01 well. The structure is oriented in NW – SE.

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Lead “B”

Lead “A”

Lead “C”

Lead “D”

Map Showing the Lead Identified on the basis of the Data Review

806-JH-15(East – West) indicating the Structural High on Lead “A”

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On the basis of the preliminary working at LMKR, both the teams recommended the
following data for purchase in order to initiate the detailed working on the extracted
structures.

3.2 Geological Data – Purchase – I (2010):

Technical Reports Log Data (Soft & Hard)

 Final Well Report Bhit -3  Open hole data of Zamzama-1/ST
 End of Well Completion and Well Testing  Open hole data of Zamzama-2
Report  Open hole data of Bhit-3
 Final Well Report Zamzama -1 / ST1  VSP – Data
 Petrophysical Interpretation Report
TOTAL : US$ 7, 218.22

3.3 Geophysical Data – Purchase – I (2010):

S.No. Line Name FSP LSP G.I L.Km

1 GOR04-01 174 912 25 18.45
2 HPK96-03 1005 2859 25 46.35
3 HPK96-04 1003 1507 25 12.6
4 HPK96-08 887 2173 25 32.15
5 O-806-JH-11 103 545 100 44.2
6 O-806-JH-12 103 638 100 53.5
7 O-806-JH-14 103 604 100 50.1
8 O-806-JH-15 103 567 100 46.4
9 O-806-JH-16 103 562 100 45.9
10 O-806-JH-17 101 610 100 50.9
11 A01KR-76 1001 1883 25 22.05
12 L97KR-11 120 1290 25 29.25
13 L97KR-12 137 857 25 18.00
14 L97KR-14 126 845 25 17.98
15 L97KR-16 102 901 25 19.98
16 L97KR-18 102 928 25 20.65
17 L97KR-20 102 901 25 19.98
18 L97KR-24 102 916 25 20.35
19 L97KR-26 102 875 25 19.33
20 L97KR-28 346 1183 25 20.93
21 L97KR-32 101 811 25 17.75
22 L98KRW-6 4954 6877 25 48.08
23 L98KRW-8 246 2297 25 51.28
Cost of Seismic Digital & Hardcopy Process Data
Cost of Seismic Process (726.55 LKM x $35) $25,414.38
Data
Total Cost of the Data 25, 414.38

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Base map showing the Seismic Vintage data purchase (23 Lines) with Wells

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4) Geophysical Studies for Lead A

4.1 Previous Work

Seismic Data was earlier acquired and interpreted by different E & P Companies in
surroundings of Baran Block to test the different Hydrocarbon prone reservoirs and hence
established the giant fields as Zamzama, Bhit, and Bhadra etc.

In present study, emphasis has been made to explore Baran Block in regards of structural
Leads and trends and present a future strategy as compare to the previous studies which
were highlighted to investigate the existing energy resources in surrounding areas.

4.2 Database Incorporated

Total number of 10 seismic lines comprising of about 400 lines kms were utilized for this
study over an emphasized northern part of the block. The JH & HPK Seismic Survey were
acquired by BHP in the year 1980 & 1996 respectively, and GOR survey was acquired by Lasmo
(ENI) in the year 2004.

The following vintages served as data base for seismic coverage in the study area;

LINE NO/VINTAGE NATURE SOURCE COMPANY

806-JH-11 Dip Line Dynamite BHP

806-JH-12 Strike Line Dynamite BHP

806-JH-14 Dip Line Dynamite BHP

806-JH-15 Dip Line Dynamite BHP

806-JH-16 Dip Line Dynamite BHP

806-JH-17 Dip line Dynamite BHP

HPK96-03 Dip Line Dynamite BHP

HPK96-04 Dip Line Dynamite BHP

HPK96-08 Strike Line Dynamite BHP

GOR04-01 Strike Line Dynamite Lasmo (ENI)

4.3 Data Quality

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The data quality is rated as poor to fair.

Base map showing the purchased seismic lines incorporated for Seismic Interpretation

4.4 Mapping

Time, Velocity and Depth Structure mapping was carried out on Hard Section as well as on
the Geographix Work Station for more precise interpretation. The following key horizons
were mapped.

Pab Sandstone Formation - Cretaceous Age

Laki L. St - Eocene Age

4.5 Fault Correlation/Interpretation

Fault interpretation was carried out by keeping in view the local tectonic and structural style
of the area. Faults were marked on the seismic lines and were joined together according to
the fault trend and geometry. While making the fault interpretation, special emphasis was
made that the concerning faults should satisfies the tectonic and structural style.

4.6 Preliminary Structure Maps

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1.1.1 TWT structure map at near Top Pab Sandstone level1.1.2 Depth Structure Maps
At different levels, correlation was completed along with fault interpretation. Horizons were
exported along with time values and mapping has been carried out through work station -
Geographix. The structural interpretation is carried out in units of two way reflection time,
and time structure maps are constructed to display the geometry of selected reflection
events by means of contours of equal reflection time.

The time structure map was accomplished at scale 1: 50, 000 with contour interval 20 Msec.
Time contour map reveals the different structure at different area, i.e. Zamzama & Northern
Part of the Baran Block

Lead A

Preliminary Two Way Time Structure Map at Northern Part of the Baran Block

Time Structure map reveals the structure in the Northern part of Baran Block (Lead-A) is
North West South East oriented and has three way dip closure. Fault lies in the western part
of the structure. This Time structure map shows a high within the contour range 2220 msec
to 2360 msec, which is a structural high. The structure is bounded by a thrust fault on its
western side. Therefore it could be a probable structural trap for hydrocarbons.
Vertical Closure of the structure is VC = 140 msec
And The Last closing contour is LCC = 2360 msec

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Depth structural contour map is produced from time structure maps by converting the
reflection time in to depths using appropriate mathematical expression involving velocity
information.But the outcome of the working does not satisfy the results due to less accuracy
rate as 84% and the velocity distribution over the northern part is not uniform due to the
bad velocity picking by the processor.

4.6.1 DEPTH STRUCTURE MAP @ PAB SANDSTONE LEVEL

Lead A

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The map was generated on the initial processed purchased seismic data available with
Government of Pakistan (DGPC) at scale 1:50,000 by using extracted time values and
velocities (regression method). Depth was calculated as;
D = Time (Msec) x Velocity / 2000
The preliminary map reveals that the structure is oriented in North West to South east
direction with an initial vertical closure from 3770m to 4010m (SS) bounded by north West
to South East fault.

The Crestal part of the structure straddles at 3770m (SS) which lies between 806-JH-15 &
806-JH-16, which are around 7.7 kms apart away from each other. The partial portion (45%)
of the Lead A lies further South of line 806-JH-16 and holds 9.7kms distance apart between
806-JH-16 & 806-JH-17 lines.

The fault has been marked on the two major lines used for mapping i.e. 806-JH-16 & 806-JH-
17 which are apart 9.7 kms approximately from each other and further fault has been
extended towards North West and South East after both these lines. The sparse distance
between the fault interpretations of the two lines hold low confidence level for the
preliminary depth map.

The SSE part of the last closing contour (4010 SS) reveals the opening of the structure and
lies at the end of the line 806-JH-12, which holds low confidence level due to the migration
effect at the end of the line. The structure may extend further SSE or may close at this area.
Sparse data grid along the dip lines and strike lines reveals the low confidence level for
mapping; it could be helpful for preliminary reserve estimation at this point of time,
whereas the dense gridding of new proposed seismic acquisition would help to validate the
structural closure in different aspects.

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4.6.2 Depth Structure Map At Near Top Laki Formation Level

Depth contour map was generated at scale 1:50,000 by using extracted time values and
velocities (regression method). Depth was calculated as;
D = Time (Msec) x Velocity / 2000
The depth structure map was accomplished at scale 1: 1000, 000 with contour interval 20 m
This Depth structure map shows a high within the contour range 2435 m to 2715 m, which is
a structural high. The structure is bounded by a thrust fault on its western side. Therefore it
could be a probable structural trap for hydrocarbons.
Vertical Closure of the structure is VC = 280 m

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And The Last closing contour is LCC = 2715 m

5) Reprocessing of Purchased Seismic Data

On the basis of technical issues, the seismic reprocessing of the processed data is really an
important step required before proceeding towards the planning of new seismic acquisition
to fulfill the commitment with Government of Pakistan.

5.1 Objectives of Reprocessing

One important aspect of data processing is to uncover genuine reflections by suppressing all
unwanted energies (noise of various types).The basic objective of seismic data processing is
to convert the information recorded in the field to a form that can be used for geological
interpretation. Through processing we are enhancing signal to noise ratio, removing the
seismic impulse from the trace and repositioning the reflectors to its true location (NMO,
DMO and Migration), thereby making it into a more palatable form.

Other objectives of reprocessing are as follows

 To clearly establish an in-depth understanding of structural trends, reservoir
boundaries and trapping mechanism in the area.
 To improve resolutions of structural complexities as the area has complex tectonics.
 Placing the horizons at their exact subsurface positions with best possible vertical
and horizontal resolutions.
 Study and delineate major and minor faults and complex structures associated with
faults.
 To resolve all miss-ties problems by developing a consistent static pseudo 3D model
of refraction statics computed by using first arrivals where appropriate.
 Clear identification of litho boundaries that supports our regional as well as local
geology of the area.
 True velocity picking that flatten our CDP gathers to improve the data quality
 Better understanding & delineation of the primary and secondary targets throughout
the area
 To locate and define the structures with maximum possible clarity including all major
and minor fault systems and blocks in order to establish reservoir boundaries.
 To preserve amplitude and reduce the noise.
 To improve the fault definition and signature.
 To bring all vintage data to same parameters. This task is to be handled with utmost
care as the data quality depends on it.
 Enhancement of Frequency Content
 Continuity of Events
 Consistency of amplitude response
 Improvement of Imaging
 Better pronounced seismic reflections
 Accurate placement of reflectors at their actual sub surface positions with maximum
possible vertical and lateral resolution.
 Reflectors continuity and prominence, both vertically and horizontally.

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5.2 Recommendations for Reprocessing of Seismic Data

Geophysical team carried out preliminary interpretation on Seismic Vintage

purchased data (400 L.Km) in the Northern part of Baran Block. Preliminary
Interpretation reveals a Seismic lead with low confidence level because of
unreasonable data quality, resolution, misties & low frequency issues. Since 75 % of
the Vintage data in Lead A had been processed for the shallow objective, therefore it
resulted in low frequencies at deeper level (Pab Sandstone- primary objective of
OGIL). On the basis of technical issues and keeping in view of the future seismic
acquisition program to fulfill OGIL’s work commitment with DGPC, Geophysical team
has planned data processing of the vintage seismic data for Lead A for the purpose of
validation of the existence of structure. Reprocessing of Seismic data will result in a
similar but slightly modified structural interpretation. The outcome of this
reprocessed seismic data would help to firm the preliminary seismic interpretation
and validation of the existence structure and planning of new seismic acquisition
program.

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Highlighted Portion Showing Reprocessing Data

5.3 Reprocessing Cost

S.No. Data Fall outside the Support Data Availability

  Line Name Data Fall Inside Block Block No's of Obs Survey Statics Remarks
  Output
  3490
  FSP LSP No's LKM FSP LSP G.I LKM Corrd. Cor Ele
Of r
Input
1 GOR04-01 208 545 4 8.42 101 207 25 2.65 6     OB,s are
not
available
            546 984 25 10.95        
2 O-806-JH-12 485 640 6 15.5 101 484 100 38.3 1      
3 O-806-JH-15 300 398 4 9.8 101 299 100 19.8 1      
            399 570 100 17.1        
4 O-806-JH-16 255 354 4 9.9 101 254 100 15.3 1      
            355 564 100 20.9        
  Total     18 43.6       125 9          

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Total Line Kms:         43.6 + 125 = 168.6 Kms

DATA FALLING INSIDE THE BLOCK - NO. (18 NO OF  TAPES X 900.00
OF INPUT TAPES $50 )
Data Falling outside the block - LKM (125 No of  Km X $75 ) 9375.00
Output Media  3490 ( 9 No of  Tapes X $30 ) 270.00
Sub Total    10545.00
20 % Geodata Charges     2109.00
Grand Total      $12,654.00

Reprocessing Cost:

Reprocessing cost for 44 L. KM is US $ 6600 (@ 150 US $ / Line Kms)

Grand Total is:          $ 12, 654 + $ 6, 600 = $ 19, 254

6) Why Seismic Acquisition for Lead A?

Keeping in view of the OGIL’s work commitment with DGPC and the technical problems
observed in the available/purchased vintages, new seismic has been proposed for Lead A of
Baran Block.

Following are the technical problems observed during preliminary interpretation of

purchased seismic data.

1) Insufficient data & Sparse Gridding

2) Data Quality
3) Digitized Data
4) Misties
5) Noisy data
6) Old Vintage Data & Shallow Objectives
7) Seismic Resolution
8) Less Authenticity of Preliminary Interpretation

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6.1 Insufficient data & Sparse Gridding

Purchased Seismic data is insufficient and holds sparse grid of the seismic lines. For
Confidence Level, we must have spacing of at least 2km between the seismic lines for better
delineation of structure, major & minor faults etc. The proposed Seismic grid comprises 2km
line spacing between the dip lines and 3km line spacing between the strike lines.

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3 5
7
2
4 6
1

Lead _ A

Above base map clearly indicates that purchased seismic lines are far apart from each other.
The distance between the lines have been calculated and is illustrated below.

1) The line spacing between 806-JH-17 & 806-JH-16 is 10.7 km.

2) The line spacing between 806-JH-15 & 806-JH-16 is 7.81 km.
3) The line spacing between 806-JH-14 & 806-JH-15 is 12.3 km.
4) The line spacing between GOR04-01 & 806-JH-12 is 6.90 km.
5) The line spacing between HPK-96-03 & HPK96-04 is 6.78 km.
6) The line spacing between 806-JH-12 & HPK96-08 is 9.8 km.
7) The line spacing between 806-JH-15 & HPK96-03 is 4.34 km.

Only three lines focus the lead area, one dip line and two strike lines. They do not provide
enough data to delineate the sub surface structures and consequently reliability and
accuracy of the maps obtained from preliminary interpretation becomes less. This is the
most important factor due to which new acquisition has been planned in this area.

6.2 Data Quality

Purchased Seismic data is of not of adequate quality to map the deeper horizons. The noise
level become is higher and imaging is much more difficult. Continuity & prominancy of the
horizons are directly related to robust amplitude effects. In seismic data interpretation, it is
tacitly assumed that all amplitude effects described above are compensated for by data
processing and migration, leaving reflection events with peak amplitude proportional to
reflection coefficients. The data quality is rated as poor to fair.

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6.3 Digitized Data

Some of the seismic data purchased from LMKR is of digitized version and some seismic
lines are digital. Preliminary Interpretation has been done by incorporating both the
versions of seismic lines. The dissimilarity in the versions may reduce the authenticity of the
interpretation. This is also one of the factors due to which seismic has been proposed in this
area.

LINE NO/VINTAGE Version LINE NO/VINTAGE Version

806-JH-11 806-JH-16

806-JH-12 806-JH-17

806-JH-14 HPK96-03

806-JH-15 HPK96-04
HPK96-08 GOR04-01

6.4 Misties
As Data is of different vintages, due to which processing flows adopted are different.
Therefore, it results in creating misties between the lines. The misties observed in the
purchased data are 25-30 msec. Since tolerance value is 5msec, therefore we have to
mitigate this problem by acquiring new seismic in the area. Significant amounts of side-
swipe & misties can be seen on several lines. This is most likely due to the angle of the
seismic to the faulting, which is often 30-45 degrees, as a result of the need to acquire the
seismic data perpendicular to the dip.

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6.5 Noisy data

The reliability of seismic mapping is strongly dependent upon the quality of the seismic data
records. Purchased seismic data is noisy due to which Seismic events and amplitudes are not
better pronounced and fault definitions are not clear. For Proposed Seismic acquisition,
strategies for seismic noise attenuation have been to preserve the signal of interest. To
enhance Signal to Noise ratio, detailed seismic Noise analysis had been carried out at LVL,
Uphole and seismic shot points during Geophysical reconnaissance survey.

6.6 Old Vintage Data & Shallow Objectives

The data incorporated for interpretation is of different vintages shot by BHP & Lasmo.
Objectives for Previous vintages are shallow horizons, while OGIL holds deeper objectives.
i.e. Pab sandstone which is variable in depth in different parts of Baran Block. As data is of
old vintages, less techniques were applied to enhance signal to noise ratio.

Near Off Set Far Offset

(m) (m)

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JH Vintage 400 2700

HPK96 Vintage 112.5 3675
Gor04 Vintage 62.5 3537.5
OGIL Preliminary Proposal 100 4050

6.7 Seismic Resolution

Interpretation of seismic data should fulfill two main objectives: solving geometry of
structures with possible hydrocarbon accumulations and correlation of recorded seismic
amplitudes and velocities with lithology. The first objective is easily achieved through
already well established procedures of structural interpretation, while the second one is still
based on factors highly depending on interpreters’ previous experiences. In order to
establish some reliable criteria for interpretation lithology and fluid saturation of possible
interesting reservoir rocks, relation between physical rock properties (density, elasticity,
fluid saturation) and seismic waves velocity and amplitudes were already analyzed and
presented in many so far publicized works. According to them seismic velocities depend on
rock elasticity and density, i.e. on rock lithology. As the reflected seismic wave amplitudes
are functions of acoustic impedances – product of velocity and density – therefore they can
be interpreted in terms of rock properties (lithology, fluid type and saturation), and even
used as direct hydrocarbon indicators. Seismic lines of JH vintage have low frequency and
low amplitude data which resulted in the poor resolution of two seismic reflections. The low
frequency data has main impact on either side of the fault as shown in figure.

6.8 Less Authenticity of Interpretation

Since due to unavailability of sufficient seismic data, seismic time & depth structure maps
are less reliable and we have less information about the subsurface structural trend. For the
purpose of delineation the subsurface with additional confidence, more seismic is required
to acquire in this area.

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7) Proposed Seismic Acquisition Programme

As mentioned above, on the basis of results obtained from preliminary interpretation of

purchased seismic data, Seismic acquisition program had been proposed in four areas of
interests (AOI) namely Lead A, Lead B, Lead C, & Lead D. For precision in results of
preliminary interpretation, OGIL has planned the seismic program of about 400 L.Km on
these leads. Reconnaissance survey of ten days had been carried to achieve different
objectives.

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7.1 Validation of Proposed Seismic Acquisition

On the basis of the preliminary time and depth structure mapping at different horizons,
Seismic acquisition has been proposed in the northern part of the Baran Block by keeping in
view the following features.

 The present acquired seismic acquisition is not aligned along the mapped lead, since
the orientation of the structure is NW to SE.

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Above map shows the purchased seismic lines on Lead A and its surrounding. Interpreted
faults at near Pab and near Laki levels have also been shown. The two contours with
different colors are the last closing contours drawn from depth structure maps of near top
Pab and near top Laki formations.

Above map clearly shows that the purchased seismic liens are not aligned along the Lead A
which leads to less authenticity in the interpretation. More seismic is required to build up
the confidence level and for better delineation of the subsurface structure.

 Proposed Acquisition has been planned after careful interpretation of available

seismic data keeping the faults under consideration.

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Above map shows the last closing contours of near Tob Pab and near top Laki
formations along with the interpreted faults.

Proposed Seismic lines have been overlaid on the LCC of the target horizons to know
about the extension of the structure.

 Time and Depth structure Maps at different levels were overlaid on the Base map to
design the new Seismic lines.

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Above map shows the planned seismic lines overlaid on th depth structure map of Near top
Pab sandstone.

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Above map shows the planned seismic lines overlaid on the depth structure map of Near
top Laki formation.

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Proposed Seismic Acquisition in Lead A

S. No Seismic Line Start/End Latitude Longitude L. Kms

1 A1 Start 26.63074 67.443916 16.11
End 26.63398 67.58899
2 A2 Start 26.5984 67.4496 15.7
End 26.608 67.5935
3 A3 Start 26.5675 67.45 15.32
End 26.577 67.5948
4 A4 Start 26.537 67.4627 14.84
End 26.53772 67.46273
5 A5 End 26.55114 67.59641 15.33
End 26.5284 67.6021
6 A6 Start 26.4795 67.5025 21.65
End 26.6679 67.4514
7 A7 Start 26.4868 67.5456 21.14
End 26.6708 67.4884
8 A8 Start 26.4889 67.5784 21.83
End 26.6773 67.5204
9 A9 Start 26.67922 67.5496 21.94
End 26.48738 67.60641
Total L. Kms (for 09 proposed Lines) 163.86

7.2 Elevation Profiles of Proposed Seismic Lines

Line No: A1 (NE to SW Oriented)

The line holds elevation range from 35 m to 48 m. The line passes through small streams,
undulated path, Kacha Area and Flood Protection Bund. The highest elevation is at the
Flood Protection Bund Area where as Gaj Nai crosses this line on the western part of this
line (Fig. 08).

NE

Elevation Profile showing Line No A1

Line No: A2 (NE to SW Oriented)

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The line holds elevation range from 37 m to 45 m, the line passes through the undulated,
small streams, undulated path, Kaccha Area and Flood Protection Bund. The Gaj Nai crosses
this line on the western part just at the junction of Crossing Line H and Dip Line B

NE

Fig. 09. Elevation Profile showing Line No A2

Line No: A3 (NE to SW Oriented)
The line holds elevation range from 35 m to 45 m, the line passes through the undulated,
small streams, Kacha Area and Flood Protection Bund. The line generally passes through the
bund at two (02) locations and partial part of line lies in the water bounded area. The line
also crosses Rani Har Nai at the western part of the line near crossing line F

NE

Elevation Profile showing Line No A3

Line No: A4 (NE to SW Oriented)

The line holds elevation range from 33 m to 50 m, the line passes through the Wheat Fields,
small streams, undulated path, Kacha Area and Flood Protection Bund. The highest
elevation is in the western part of the line where the elevated dunes were witnessed

NE

Figure. 11. Elevation Profile showing Line No A4

Line No: A5 (NE to SW Oriented)
The line holds elevation range from 35 m to 55 m, the line passes through undulated areas,
small streams, undulated paths, Kacha Area and Flood Protection Bund. The highest

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elevation is on the western part where the small mountains are lying. Partial part is
underwater near Chinni Town

NE

Elevation Profile showing Line No A5

Line No: A6 (NW to SE Oriented)
The line holds elevation range from 40 m to 60 m, the line passes through the undulated,
small streams, Bushes in extreme northern part and Gaj Nai in the northern part and Kacha
Area. The highest elevation is in southern part near Chinni Town

SE

Fig. 13. Elevation Profile showing Line No. A6

Line No: A7 (NW to SE Oriented)
The line holds elevation range from 35 m to 62 m, the line passes through the vegetated
undulated, Gaj Nai streams, undulated path & Kacha Area. The southern part is partially lies
under water in Manchar Lake

SE

Fig. 14. Elevation Profile showing Line No. A7

Line No: A8 (NW to SE Oriented)

The line holds elevation from 30 m to 48 m, the line passes through the cultivated area,
small streams, undulated path, Kacha Area and crosses the Flood protection Bund at two
(02) places. The southern part is partially lies under water in Manchar Lake

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SE

Elevation Profile showing Line No. A8

Line No: A9 (NW to SE Oriented)

The line holds elevation range from 35 m to 50 m; the line passes through the cultivated
area, small streams, undulated path, Kachaa Area and crosses the Flood protection Bund at
two (02) places. The southern part is partially lies in Manchar Lake

SE

Elevation Profile showing Line No.A9

8) Geophysical Reconnaissance Survey:

Geophysical Scouting and Recky had been carried out in order to achieve the following
objectives before carrying out the Geophysical Activity (in future) in Baran Block.

Following were the objectives defined by the team members for recky purpose
 Accessibility of the Field Area- (Superior/matalled/non-metalled roads & tracks etc)
 Topography Observation - (observation of the terrain of the area).
 Weather Effect – (weathering effect on the future geophysical activity).
 Calculating of Dip & Strike of the Exposed Structure
 Source Type Identification
 Uphole / LVL Validation
 Line Shifting Causes
 Noise Source Identification
 Survey of Pakistan Control Points Identification
 Oil & Gas transmission line Identification
 Rivers, Streams, Nallas Effect
 Cultivation Season

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8.1 Scope of Work

Scope of work includes

 Validation of the proposed seismic work program designed on the basis of

preliminary seismic interpretation carried out on the Geographix Workstation.
 Lead wise visit plan (study of terrains, infra structure, accessibility, cultivation, rivers
etc)
 Reconfirmation of in-house geophysical study of Baran block by utilizing toposheets
and satellite imageries & purchased geophysical seismic data.
 To validate, LVL, Uphole planned Seismic shot points location
Site study of planned Seismic shot points, LVL points and Uphole Points
 Site visit plan (Lead wise-infrastructure study, terrains & geology, accessibility,
cultivation, roads, rivers etc)

8.2 Operation Description:

On the basis of toposheets & Google Earth Satellite Imagery data, in-house study of the
survey had been completed regarding validation & the objectives defined for this survey.

The Operation had been mainly emphasized on the future seismic acquisition campaign in
first quarter (Q1) of 2012.The reconnaissance started from the Lead A (Northern Part) of
the Block, as this area was most important in the preliminary working of Geophysical team.
OGIL proposed seismic program is divided into four leads, i.e. for Northern part Leads (A, B
& C) & for southern part Lead D as shown in the Annexure - I.

Baran Block (2667-12) covers 57% elevated/mountainous area and 43% flat/cultivated land.
About 50% seismic program had been proposed in mountainous region and rest of 50 %
had been proposed in topographically flat area. Seismic Leads C and Lead D lie in
mountainous region while leads A & lie in topographically flat region.

Initially OGIL is mainly emphasizing on the northern portion of the concession area
comprising of Lead A. The data covering this lead is approximately 164 L.km. The Lead A
lying in the northern part of the block contains NW to SE oriented (05) Lines and NW to SE
oriented four (04) lines. Area of Lead A is generally flat and cultivated with wheat, onion,
chili etc. At some places, some Barren lands and sand dunes had also been witnessed during
the recky. Five (05) lines containing 75 Km data oriented along the dip of the structure and
the remaining four lines oriented along the strike of the structure holds 87 Kms.

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8.3 Field Activity

Following information had been collected & summarized at each surveyed LVL, Uphole &
Seismic Shot point.

Location(Nearest landmark/Goth)
Elevation from Mean Sea Level
Accessibility of the Point(Superior/Metalled/unmetalled roads passing
through/nearer to the point)
Topography
Source Type Identification for Seismic Activity
Weather Conditions & Wind Speed
Exposed Lithology
Noise Analysis
Reason for Line Replacement (If required)
Cultivation (Crop type/cultivation & harvesting season.

8.4 Recommendations Regarding Lead A

On the basis of conducting this geophysical reconnaissance/recky, the following

recommendations had been worked out;

 Weather effect is the most important factor with respect to planned acquisition.
March / April is the best appropriate time span to carry out the seismic acquisition in
the area, since there will be less chances of rain or area under water.

 Survey of Pakistan Control point should have to bring in consideration for the
purpose of calibration with Geodatic base station for survey.

 For surveying network generation, previous surveying system established by

Geofizyka Krakow or OGDCL should have to bring into consideration.

 In order to acquire the data at optimum quality, Noise analysis should be in detail in
all aspects i.e. Surface noise, near surface, wind noise etc

 Single hole shooting is recommended for shooting in Lead A

 Vibroseis is recommended in the Area of Interest Lead A.

 During acquisition, High Tension Power cables have to bring into consideration for
acquiring the seismic data.

 Hydrophone/Marshy phone is recommended to use in the marshy or underwater

area.

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 Suitable Location for the Base Camp for Lead A is at Goth Nohar Darj which is just
few kms from Johi.

 Offset shooting is recommended at the places where hurdles like house, water
ponds, fish ponds are present.

 Shifting of line is recommended in the Southern part of Lead A if required, subject to

the shooting due to Gas Transmission pipeline lying in the sub surface

 Gas Transmission pipeline has to bring consideration as observed during the recky, in
order to minimize the hazard risks.

 LVL / Uphole program is recommended to conduct where necessary in order in order

to get better understanding for sub surface modeling (elevation & Static modeling).

9) Preliminary Working of Designing Seismic Acquisition Parameters for

  Source Type Hole Depth Charge SiZe Source Pattern / No of Holes
Line-796-JH-6 Dyanamite 1M 1Kg 11
806-JH-14 Dyanamite 0M 1 Kg per Hole 11
a01KR-76 Dyanamite 1.5M 250gm per hole,  
DUM00-B-29 Dyanamite 09/1.7Metres    
GORO04-01 Dyanamite 20,12,1.7M 2,0.25,0.25Kg 1, 3, 9
HPK-96-2D Dyanamite   2-5Kg Single Hole
L97KR-34 Vibroseis/Dyanamite 1.5M 9*1kg  
L98KRW-05 Vibroseis/Dyanamite 1.5M 200Gm/Hole  
         
  Shot Interval SP
Acquisition Date Charge Per Hole interval Channels
Line-796-JH-6 June. 2004   100 Meters  
806-JH-14   1 Kg per hole 100 Meters  
a01KR-76 Aug . 2001 250G per hole 25M 240
DUM00-B-29   04/0.4KG 30 Metres  
GORO04-01 Nov. 2004   25M  
HPK-96-2D     50M  
L97KR-34     50M 240
L98KRW-05     12.5M 240
         
  Geophone
Record Length Sample Rate Spacing Sample Interval
Line-796-JH-6 6 sec 4 milli sec   4 msec
806-JH-14 6 sec   10 M 4 msec
a01KR-76     2.08M 2ms
DUM00-B-29 5 sec 2 Msec    
GORO04-01 6 sec     2ms
HPK-96-2D 6 Sec     2ms
L97KR-34 6Sec 2Msec    
L98KRW-05     2.04 M Inline 2 M  
Across
         
  Type of Spread G.Phone/Grp Interval Near Off Set Far Off Set
Line-796-JH-6 Split 100 M 500 M 2800 M
806-JH-14   100 M    
a01KR-76 Symm Split spread   62.5M 3037.5M

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DUM00-B-29 Symm Split spread   105M 3075M

GORO04-01 Split 25M 62.5 M 3537.5
HPK-96-2D   25M    
L97KR-34 Symm Split spread 25M 62.5 M 3037.5 M
L98KRW-05 Symm Split spread 25M 62.5 M 3037.5 M
         
  Instrument Type Low Cut Filter High Cut Filter Coverage / Fold
Line-796-JH-6 SN 338-B 8 Hz 62.5 Hz 24 Fold
806-JH-14 SN 338-B 8 Hz 62.5 Hz /2428/30 Fold
a01KR-76        
DUM00-B-29        
GORO04-01 System Two   250 Hz 70 Fold
HPK-96-2D Sercel 368     60 Fold
L97KR-34       120 for vibroseis/ 60 for Dynamite
L98KRW-05     178  

9.1 Acquisition Parameters of Available Vintages

LINE 796-JH-6
Recorded by OGDCL SP 101-184
Direction Shot East to West SP 185-340
Source Type Dynamite Processing Information
Shot Interval 100 Meters Instrument Type SN338
Geophone 10HZ Record Length 6Sec
Frequency
Geophone Length 110 Meters Type Format Seg B
Geophone/ Groups 3 Strings of 12 Sample Rate 4 Milliseconds
Phones
Geophone Interval 10 Meters Notch Filter IN
Datum Meter

GOR04-01
Datum Near Sea Level Source Type Dynamite
Line Length 18.55 KM Charge SiZe 2,0.25,0.25 KG
SP 101-415 # of Holes 1,3,9 Hole
Hole Depth 20,12,1.7 M
Acquisition Date Nov, 2004 SP Interval 25M
Instrument Type System Two Receiver Information
Record Format SEG-D Number of Traces 280TR
SI 2 MS Spread Type SPLIT
RL 6000MS GI 25M
Preamplifier Gain 128 Near Offset 62.5M
Low Cut Filter HZ Far offset 3537.5M
High Cut Filter 250HZ Coverage 70 Fold
Source Information

HPK96-2D
Area Dadu Norminal Fold 60
Record by Western Geophysical Source Parameters
Party Number 372 Source Type Dynamite ToVex

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Date Mar-96 Source Pattern Single hole

Instruments Source Depth 12-26 M
Instruments Sercel 368 Charge Size 5 KG
Format SegD-0015 S.P Interval 50M
Field Filter Lo 8HZ/ 18DB
Cut
Alias 178HZ Receiver Parameters
Notch OUT Geophone Type LRS1011
# of Data Traces 240 Geohone Array 12 phones per string
Sample Interval 2MS 2 strings parallel
RL 6.0S aaraay center on station
Geophone spacing 2M
GI 25M

9.2 Frequency & Wavelength Calculation of Primary Target (Line No HPK96-04)

Using key Seismic line HPK96-04 frequencies, and interval velocities have been calculated.
Interval velocities are then converted into average velocities by using Dix formulae. Then,
finally wavelength has been calculated at these shot points for the purpose of calculating
fresnel zone and vertical resolution.

DT Freq=f=(1/DT)Hz Average Velocity Wavelength=(V/f)m

Shot Point

1052 0.05 20 3534.4 177

1080 0.01 100 3534.4 35

1110 0.01 100 3534.4 35

1140 0.01 100 3534.4 35

1170 0.01 100 3534.4 35

1210 0.02 50 3534.4 71

1230 0.01 100 3534.4 35

1460 0.03 33 3534.4 106

9.3 Fresnel Zone & Vertical Resolution

For impedance, velocity resolution depends on Fresnel zone considerations. A change of

velocity can be distinguished only if its size is greater than the Fresnel zone. A frequency-
and range-dependent area of a reflector from which most of the energy of a reflection is

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returned and arrival times differ by less than half a period from the first break. Subsurface
features smaller than the Fresnel zone usually cannot be detected using seismic waves

Vertical resolution the interval within which a large percentage, typically 90%, of the vertical
response occurs. It is the minimum bed thickness needed for the measurement to read
within a small percentage, typically 10%, of the true value at the center of the bed. It may
also refer to the smallest bed thickness for which a significant change can be detected by
the measurement.

Preliminary working has been carried out for the calculation of Fresnel zone and Vertical
resolution. Frequency, TWT and average velocities have been calculated at different shot
points of the key seismic line HPK96-04. Then Fresnel zone and vertical resolution have been
calculated by incorporating the frequency, TWT and average velocities values.

Shot Freq=f=(1/Dt)Hz TWT Average Fresnel Vertical Resolution

Point Velocity Zone=F=(Vav/2)*Sq
root(t/f)

1052 20 2.43 3534.4 616 44

1080 100 2.43 3534.4 275 9

100
1110 2.37 3534.4 272 9

1140 100 2.30 3534.4 268 9

1170 100 2.22 3534.4 263 9

1210 50 2.11 3534.4 363 18

1230 100 2.05 3534.4 253 9

1460 33 2.49 3534.4 486 27

9.4 Proposed Seismic Acquisition Parameters

Following Parameters have been preliminary proposed for the seismic data
acquisition of Lead A.

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Sr. No Parameters Proposal

1 Acquisition Span March/April 2012
2 Source Type Dynamite
3 SP Interval 50m
4 Channels 240
5 Record Length 6 Sec
6 Sample Rate 2 msec
7 Group Interval 25 m
8 Type of Spread Symmetrical Split Spread
9 Near Off set 100 m
10 Far Off set 4050
11 Fold 80

9.5 Proposed Acquisition Cost

1. Acquisition rate per line km = 20,000 US $

Proposed Acquisition in Lead – A = 164 L.Km
2. Acquisition Cost for Lead A = 3.28 Million US $
3. Mobilization & Demobilization Cost = 100,000 US $
4. LVL Survey cost for one point = 300 Dollars
Cost for 10 LVL Points in lead A = 3000 US $
5. Permitting, Security & Crop Compensation = 200,000 US $
6. Experimentation Charges = 60,000 US $

Total Cost for Seismic Acquisition Survey for Lead A = 3643000 US $

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