The survey, which will cover 1500 square kilometres over the Junon trend in the east of the Seychelles acreage, is expected to commence on 28 June.

The shoot will be undertaken by the seismic vessel Polar Duchess and will take between 30 and 40 days to complete.

Ophir operates the Seychelles blocks with a 75% interest. The remaining 25% stake is held by Australian company WHL Energy.

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