In geology and geophysics, we are presented with the challenge of combining sparse data with a complex choice of concepts to explain the present geological structure.

Students are taught Hutton's axiom that the "present is the key to the past", but equally, in predicting reservoirs, traps and oil and gas accumulations, the "past is the key to the present".

The ability to see data in the context of an accurate kinematic model, which can be successfully modelled backwards and forwards through time, is the geologist's most valuable tool - providing real world commercial benefits.

At Midland Valley we have been actively addressing this model building challenge for over twenty years, through our integrated corporate services:

• Software Development
• Industrial Consulting
• Academic Research
• Training
• Skills Transfer

Through these activities, we have been able to develop the most powerful range of analytical model-building tools on the market, including 3DMove and 2DMove.

In this section you will be able to learn more about our geological approach, the challenges we face and the solutions we have developed.