SGS launches new geological data packages
SGS launches new geological data packages to boost mineral exploration and investment
Saudi Geological Survey launches new geological data packages to boost investment and mineral exploration
RIYADH , Saudi Arabia , Oct. 26, 2024 / — Saudi Geological Survey (SGS) today announced the launch of a new batch of geological data packages, further enriching its National Geological Database (NGD) Portal.
This milestone coincides with SGS’s founding day, underlining its commitment to driving growth in the mining sector through reliable and comprehensive geological information.
The recently released data packages cover 30% of the Arabian Shield. These packages include surface geochemical and airborne geophysical survey data collected as part of the General Geological Survey Program.
In addition, the National Core Library (NCL) drill core initiative has enabled the spectral scanning of over 70 kilometres of core samples and the digitization of over 4,000 mineral deposit-related technical reports.
The NGD Portal serves as a centralized platform for accessing and utilizing geological data, enabling researchers, industry professionals and investors to make informed decisions and drive innovation in Saudi Arabia’s mining and mineral sector.
For more information, please visit https://ngd.sgs.gov.sa/en .
