Inside the Upstream Process: How Oil & Gas Is Found

Inside the Upstream Process: How Oil & Gas Is Found

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4 Video Views·Nov 1, 2025  #oilandgas #oilandgasservices #petrol

The oil and gas value chain is divided into two major segments: upstream for exploration and production, and downstream for refining and sales. In this video, we dive into the upstream process, from seismic surveys to drilling exploratory wells. Learn how companies use advanced techniques to identify potential oil and gas reservoirs and why, even with cutting-edge technology, the chances of success remain a risky bet.

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Key Sections
0:05 - The two segments of the Oil and Gas Industry
0:29 - Upstream: The search of Oil and Gas Reserves
0:40 - The exploration phase
1:06 - Seismic Surveys of Basins
2:06 - What comes after exploration?

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