May 19, 2023

Share SparkCognition , a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) software solutions perfected for business, announced a technology collaboration with Shell to accelerate the pace of imaging and exploration of subsurface structures using generative AI technology. By using advanced AI algorithms to process large amounts of data and automate the analysis, we aim to improve the efficiency and speed of exploration workflows, leading to increased production and higher success rates. The traditional approach to subsurface imaging and data analysis is time-intensive and costly, relying on terabytes of data, high-performance computing, and complex physics-based algorithms to analyze and identify exploration opportunities. The proprietary generative AI approach being developed by Shell and SparkCognition uses deep learning to generate reliable subsurface images using far fewer seismic shots—as little as 1% in completed field trials—than traditionally necessary while preserving subsurface image quality. This offers substantial workflow acceleration and HPC cost-saving opportunities, opening the door to novel applications and further innovation. This technology collaboration is part of Shell’s broader digital transformation strategy, which seeks to leverage cutting-edge technologies to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability across Shell operations. “We are committed to finding new and innovative ways to reinvent our exploration ways of working,” said Gabriel Guerra, Vice President of Innovation & Performance at Shell. “Partnering with SparkCognition and leveraging their expertise in generative AI is opening an exciting opportunity to deliver a new wave of innovations at Shell.” “Innovation is crucial in the quest for a net-zero future, and the oil and gas industry will play a vital role in this effort. Breakthroughs, like the use of AI for exploration, are instrumental to meeting the growing energy demands today as we work to reduce our carbon footprint tomorrow,””I applaud Shell and SparkCognition on achieving this key milestone as oil and gas will be a critical part of our energy mix for decades to come, and finding the most efficient and sustainable way possible to identify new reserves is essential.” Related Posts PR Newswire, a Cision company, is the premier global provider of multimedia platforms and distribution that marketers, corporate communicators, sustainability officers, public affairs and investor relations officers leverage to engage key audiences. Having pioneered the commercial news distribution industry over 60 years ago, PR Newswire today provides end-to-end solutions to produce, optimize and target content -- and then distribute and measure results. Combining the world's largest multi-channel, multi-cultural content distribution and optimization network with comprehensive workflow tools and platforms, PR Newswire powers the stories of organizations around the world. PR Newswire serves tens of thousands of clients from offices in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific regions. Prev Post