inApril contracts leading onboard seismic data management experts, Profocus Systems

September 10, 2015

inApril has contracted to ProFocus Systems to develop Venator’s integrated Data Management and Operator Console system. The system will deliver post processed navigation data in near real-time.

“We are very satisfied with having ProFocus onboard in building Venator to become the complete and fully integrated system for ocean bottom node acquisition.  Their knowledge and competence in onboard seismic data management is unparalleled and will ensure a robust and top notch solution,” says Vidar Hovland, CEO of inApril.

 

ProFocus Systems

ProFocus is a software company based in Bergen, Norway, established 2001, developing Recording Software, Data Management Software, and Real Time Quality Control systems for the high-end marine seismic acquisition industry.  The company has installed Tape Management and Real Time Quality Control systems on nearly 60 seismic vessels world wide. Currently, Profocus has more than 20 vessels under support and maintenance contract. In addition to regular towed seismic operations, Profocus has developed several systems for 4-component seabed installations, including nodes, recoverable cables, and permanent reservoir monitoring.

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inApril secures additional financing

September 1, 2015

inApril has over the summer secured additional financing to further the company´s development and test program. The test program includes:

– A node verification program. (ongoing)
– The manufacture and testing of full scale versions of the Launch and Recovery System (LRS),  including: (ongoing)
     a) the module that connects / disconnects the node to / from the rope at full speeds (>3 knots).
     b) the system that safely receive nodes during recovery at high speed and in any weather conditions.
– The manufacture and testing of components to the docking arrangements.
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