Geophysical Data Sales Global Market Report 2024

The geophysical data sales market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $2.88 billion in 2023 to $2.97 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to several key factors, including the demand from the energy sector, infrastructure development projects, environmental studies, government investments, and efforts in risk mitigation and disaster planning.

The geophysical data sales market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.32 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be primarily attributed to factors such as the adoption of advanced data analytics, the expansion of renewable energy sources, the utilization of remote sensing technologies, strategies for data monetization, and the focus on resilience planning and disaster management. Notable trends expected to shape this period include the integration of big data and cloud computing, the development of geophysical data visualization technologies, studies on climate-resilient infrastructure, the use of integrated multi-sensor systems, and the increasing role of UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) in geophysical data sales.

The global geophysical data sales market has experienced growth owing to increased applications in oil and gas exploration activities in emerging countries. This surge is primarily attributed to rising demands within the oil and gas industry, as indicated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration's forecast of an incremental global liquid fuels consumption of 1.4 million b/d in 2023 and a further 1.8 million b/d in 2024. These heightened exploration activities have bolstered demands for metals and minerals, consequently amplifying revenues within the geophysical data sales market.

The primary categories of geophysical data sales include aerial-based surveys and land-based surveys. Aerial-based surveys involve the collection of geodetic or other imagery using methods like airplanes, helicopters, unmanned airborne vehicles (UAVs), balloons, or other aerial means. Various technologies are employed in these surveys, including seismic, magnetic, gravity, electromagnetics, LIDAR, ground penetrating, and others. Services offered encompass data processing, data interpretation, and data acquisition. These services find applications across a range of industries, including agriculture, environmental studies, minerals and mining, oil and gas exploration, and water resource assessment.

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Anticipated expansion within the metals and minerals industry is poised to be a significant driver for the future growth of the geophysical data sales market. This sector encompasses the exploration, extraction, processing, and production of various resources from the Earth's crust. Geophysical data sales serve a pivotal role in supporting the metals and minerals industry, offering crucial insights into underground resources. This facilitates more precise exploration, cost reduction, and operational efficiency enhancements within mining operations. For instance, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA) in July 2023, investments in metals like lithium saw a notable increase of 50%, followed by copper and nickel. Hence, the escalating demand within the metals and minerals industry continues to fuel the expansion of the geophysical data sales market.

The global geophysical data sales market is expected to face limitations due to reduced investment in seismic surveys during the projected period. Seismic surveys play a vital role in supplying essential data for oil and gas exploration within geophysical data sales. However, decreasing investments in such surveys are anticipated as customers focus on cost reduction, potentially disregarding the significant value they offer. For instance, based on Rystad Energy's findings in September 2022, a decline in global oil and gas exploration is projected due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent oil market crash. The forecast suggests a decrease in global lease rounds by 14 from the previous year, impacting the overall investment trend. Additionally, acquiring permission for conducting seismic surveys faces challenges due to concerns about potential environmental impact on marine life, further impacting new investments in this sector.

The introduction of seismic technology has sparked significant demand in the geophysical data sales market. This technology, widely utilized by oil and gas researchers, serves to map and interpret potential hydrocarbon reserves. The evolution to 4D seismic technology further extends this capability by illustrating how a reservoir evolves over time. In April 2021, QuakeLogic and SignaGuard jointly launched seismic sensor technology enhanced with Edge AI, specifically designed for structural health monitoring in earthquake-prone regions. Featuring advanced IoT functionalities, this technology is equipped to automatically halt electrical operations based on seismic activity, issue automated alerts via SMS/email in case of damage, and integrates third-party algorithms through an open-source technical platform.

Leading enterprises within the geophysical data sales market are increasingly adopting strategic partnerships to bolster their competencies and competitive standing. Strategic partnerships involve a collaborative process wherein companies leverage each other's strengths and resources for mutual benefit and collective success. For example, in May 2023, Planet Labs PBC, a US-based earth imaging company, forged a partnership with Synthetaic, an AI company based in the US. This collaboration's objective is to grant Synthetaic access to Planet's imagery and archive, facilitating extensive area searches and daily monitoring of activities. Leveraging Synthetaic's AI capabilities, this alliance aims to enhance the analysis and interpretation of satellite data from Planet Labs, thereby delivering valuable insights across diverse industries and applications.

Major companies operating in the geophysical data sales market include Dawson Geophysical Company, EON Geosciences Inc., Geotech Surveys Inc., TGS-NOPEC Geophysical Company ASA, Geophysical Survey Systems Inc., CGG SA, Fugro NV, Petroleum Geo-Services ASA, Phoenix Geophysics Limited, CSA Global Pty Ltd., Ramboll Group A/S, DMT GmbH & Co. KG, Schlumberger Limited, BGP Inc., Spectrum Geo Inc., Sea Geo Surveys Pte Ltd., ION Geophysical Corporation, Geoex Ltd., Polarcus Limited, Compagnie Générale de Géophysique SA, Halliburton Company, IG Seismic Services PLC, Dolphin Geophysical Pte Ltd., COSL Geophysical (Cayman) Limited, SAExploration Holdings Inc., Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Chevron Corporation, Phillips Petroleum Company, Geometrics Inc., Geonics Pvt Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the geophysical data sales market in 2023. Western Europe was the second largest region in the geophysical data sales market. The regions covered in the geophysical data sales market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the geophysical data sales market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada

The geophysical data sales market consists of revenue earned by entities by providing services such as locating and measuring the extent of subsurface resources, such as oil, gas, and minerals, and also conducting surveys for engineering purposes. The surveying techniques include magnetic surveys, gravity surveys, seismic surveys, or electrical and electromagnetic surveys. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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