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Strategic Investment in Geospace Data Acquistion Technology Expands Geophysical Capabilities

August 20, 2026|

Geospace

Geospace Technologies Corporation today announced a sales contract with largest Canadian engineering firm, who will purchase a twenty-level Optoseis Insight system for approximately $2 million. Delivery of the Insight, a fiber optic, high temperature downhole tool, will take place early in the first quarter of fiscal 2027.

Previously, this firm purchased an initial fleet of Pioneer™, ultra-lightweight wireless seismic data acquisition nodes for use in seismic surveys as part of a continued investment in the organic growth of its geoscience practice, expanding its in-house expertise, technical capabilities, and service offerings to support energy, mining, and civil infrastructure projects. Investment in the Geospace Insight tool and Pioneer nodes aligns with its focus on delivering high-confidence subsurface characterization and reducing project risk through advanced seismic data acquisition.

Geospace’s Insight and Pioneer strengthen the ability to acquire high-quality seismic data for site investigations, resource evaluation, and geotechnical decision making. By selecting field proven technologies with an established track record, organizations can immediately deliver larger high-quality seismic survey investigations and continue to provide high-quality deliverables to their clients.

The Insight™ tool represents the next generation of downhole seismic acquisition technology, featuring a fully passive optical downhole sensing network with advanced fiber-optic point sensors and no subsurface electronics. This innovative design enables reliable operation in high-temperature and harsh borehole environments where conventional electronic downhole tools are prone to failure, while delivering high-fidelity seismic measurements and enhanced data quality. The Pioneer is an ultra-lightweight land seismic data acquisition node system designed to increase productivity and operational efficiency on large seismic survey jobs.

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