Angkor begins seismic program on block VIII in Cambodia

Executive Summary

• EnerCam Resources (Angkor Resources’ subsidiary) has received and deployed seismic equipment to begin Cambodia’s first on‑shore EnviroVibe 2‑D seismic program over Block VIII.
• The program will cover ~350 km of lines across four sub‑basins plus a newly identified “mussel basin,” using environmentally friendly vibration sources rather than dynamite.
• Deployment involves two synchronized EnviroVibe vehicles, a crew of 35–40 personnel, and is expected to run for about four weeks, delivering data that will guide the first on‑shore well drilling in Cambodia.

Key Details

• Equipment Arrival: Seismic gear shipped by sea from GeneSeis (Thailand) after border delays; five containers off‑loaded at Sihanoukville port and moved to base camp.
• Survey Scope: 350 km of 2‑D seismic lines across four sub‑basins on the west side of Block VIII and a newly described “mussel basin” on the northeast side.
• Technology Used: EnviroVibe units – vibration pads (3–80 Hz) operated three times for 12 s each, total 36 s per shot; no dynamite or weight‑drop sources.
• Operational Timeline: Program started 2026‑03‑31; minimum four‑week duration to complete line acquisition.
• Personnel & Logistics: 35–40 staff deployed; prior reconnaissance covered 3,720 km of road scouting and captured >2,900 terrain photos between May‑July 2026.
• Community Engagement: All affected landowners, community leaders, and commune authorities have been consulted and granted permission to proceed.
• Management Comments:
• Keith Edwards (Technical Manager) – “This program will provide comprehensive coverage … and hopefully lead to the first onshore well being drilled in Cambodia.”
• Mike Weeks (President) – “We are very pleased to be starting this seismic program… a huge milestone for both the company and the country.”

Notable Quotes

• Keith Edwards: “The EnviroVibe units use no dynamite but instead use the weight of the vehicle and a hydraulically controlled vibrating pad … allowing operation in many environments with no negative impacts.”
• Mike Weeks: “Overcoming the hurdles is a tribute to the team, and we are expecting this program to provide significant data towards drill targets for Cambodia’s on‑shore oil and gas industry.”