Biostrat JV assists in subsurface mapping. Biostrat JV have the advantage to incorporate all data. This includes high resolution biostratigraphy with seismic, petrophysical logs and lithofacies data. With this data we can produce a wide range of subsurface maps such as:

• structure contour maps
• cross sections
• isopach maps,
• net sand maps
• net oil/gas sand maps.

Biostrat JV specialized services are based on core geological principles. Biostrat JV aims to always represent geological data in its truest form.

The following rock properties noted in clastic and carbonate sediment logging aid in understanding sedimentary basins, depositional modes and provenance:

• Grain size, sorting and shape analysis provide details of the energy of the depositional system
• Bioturbation intensity establishes primary environmental stresses and impacts on reservoir quality
• Sand : Mud ratio distinguishes between lithologies and identifies turbidite facies
• Mineral identification can provide details of the chemical environment during deposition and is useful in provenance studies
• Pore analysis using point counts provide information of rock permeability and porosity to determine reservoir, seal and trap quality
• Oil spectrometry for qualitative characterization of crude oil using UV light is a simple but effective method for rapid results
• Diagenetic studies explain the evolution of fluid-rock interactions and associated burial models

Sedimentological log and sedimentary facies analysis for a core interval

Biostrat JV assists in geochemical exploration to locate hydrocarbon seeps which have been leaked to the surface from subsurface reservoirs. A variety of techniques are utilized to detect and characterize seeps. Each project design would meet the client's requirements for locating and mapping hydrocarbon seeps to relate them to subsurface prospects. Characterization of the petroleum types and crude oil classes is also performed. The aim is to refine economic evaluations before entering new plays and aid exploration companies in making lease relinquishments.

Since our inception Biostrat JV has been offering surface geology services most notably to clients of the southeastern Caribbean. This region is referred to as a "geologist's graveyard" and is one of the most complex geological regions in the world. We boast a large repository of geological map data developed by the company founder, Barry Carr-Brown and his associates. They were involved in a pioneer group of geologists and biostratigraphers that developed the low latitude Cenozoic planktonic zonation and created the regional geological maps. Our specializations include developing high resolution geological maps using principles of lithology and biofacies or a combination of both. In Trinidad and Tobago, we offer geological field trips, outcrop logging, and sample collection for further analysis.

Groundwater is a valuable resource, the quality of which should be protected for future generations. Biostrat JV's groundwater and mineral studies could assist in formulating water management plans which could prevent future contamination risks. Our mineral studies are also useful to the petroleum industry as our assessment of formation water is essential to determining the compatibility of these fluids to enhanced oil recovery (EOR) projects.

Our range of services includes

• Groundwater catchment studies
• Surface water studies
• Hydro-geochemistry
• Pore-water geochemistry

We offer complete testing packages for the chemistry of fresh water, ground water samples, and spectrum chemical analysis of water, rocks, soil and other natural minerals.

Biostrat JV offers integrated petroleum geology studies inclusive of sub-surface mapping, reservoir characterization and well-site geology services. Biostrat JV well-site geologists provide real-time logging and correlation of well stratigraphy to geological models of nearby wells.

Well-site geologists are equipped with microscope, UV Box and chemicals for integrated logging while drilling (LWD).

Software integrates drilling, LWD and Gas data to provide timely solutions and make real-time decisions to reduce nonproductive time (NPT).