Empowering Industry HEROES
Science in Action, Real-Time.
Our clients are the HEROES of their company, community, and family. They employ the best technologies to get the best results.
22+
Years of Excellence
55,400+
Stages Frac’d
2,400+
Wells Frac’d
2.7M+
Hours Without LTI
49
Patents
18
Countries
Mission
Our MISSION is to develop and deploy geophysical tools to enable the safe and clean exploitation of the world’s resources.
Vision
Our VISION is of a world in which the resources are harvested cleanly and efficiently for the benefit of all.
What We Do
We help our clients become heroes of their company, community, and family by employing the best technologies to get the best results.
Mastery
Diligently pursuing operational and technical excellence
- We are ethical, accountable, honest, reliable and professional in all areas of endeavor.
- We attract, train, and retain the best people with the desire to achieve at the highest level, both personally and professionally.
- We adopt a quality approach to all projects, we do not neglect details, and we strive to get it right the first time.
Service
Consistently delivering on and surpassing customer expectations
- We know, listen to and understand our customers and try hard to anticipate their every need.
- We say what we do and do what we say – if we don’t, we own up to it.
- We are responsible at all levels of the customer interface, and put our clients first.
Innovation
To be the recognized technology leader in completions optimization
- We foster an environment where the best and the brightest are unleashed to innovate and are rewarded for doing so.
- We do apply research and proactively develop answers that solve real customer problems as they emerge.
- We perpetually challenge our present methods and techniques to drive improvements and inovation to fuel our future.
Our Story
The Birth of MicroSeismic, Inc.
In the world of geophysics, few individuals embody the entrepreneurial spirit quite like Peter M. Duncan. His journey to founding MicroSeismic Inc. is a story of vision, perseverance, and a relentless drive to innovate.
In the early 2000s, Peter Duncan found himself at a crossroads. Having spent decades in the geophysical sector, from leading groundbreaking 3D seismic processing efforts in Canada to co-founding successful exploration ventures, he was searching for the next big opportunity. This search took him on what he called a “geophysical walkabout”—an exploration of where technology could push the boundaries of oil and gas discovery. His answer came in an unlikely place: passive seismic monitoring.
At the time, the concept of using microseismic technology to monitor hydraulic fracturing was largely theoretical. Few in the industry recognized its potential, and even fewer were willing to invest in its development. But Peter saw an opportunity where others saw uncertainty. He envisioned a world where microseismic data could provide real-time insights into underground fractures, optimizing production and reducing risks for oil and gas companies.
In 2003, he took a leap of faith and founded MicroSeismic Inc., putting his own resources on the line. Securing venture capital funding was no easy feat—this was before the shale revolution took off, and many investors were skeptical. However, Peter’s unwavering belief in the technology and its potential attracted partners who shared his vision. The company pressed forward, pioneering a service segment that would become indispensable to the industry.
By 2010, MicroSeismic had increased in value 80 times over, proving that Peter’s vision was not just viable but revolutionary. His company played a critical role in what became known as the shale revolution, standing alongside horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing as a key enabler of the industry’s transformation. What started as a bold idea had become an essential tool in modern energy production.
Of course, success was not a straight path. The volatile nature of the oil and gas industry, along with skepticism from the scientific community, presented formidable challenges. Yet, Peter and his team met each obstacle with innovation and determination, continuously refining the technology and expanding its applications. His leadership not only drove MicroSeismic forward but also cemented its legacy as a pioneering force in geophysics.
Today, MicroSeismic Inc. stands as a testament to Peter Duncan’s vision, risk-taking spirit, and relentless pursuit of innovation. His story is not just about founding a company—it is about transforming an industry, inspiring others, and proving that with the right mindset, even the most ambitious ideas can become reality.
Science in Action, Real-Time
