Α study on the Gas-bearing Miocene Sediments of MESSARA Basin in Crete (Greece) by Using Seismic Reflection, Geochemical and Petrophysical Data

Abstract The focus on exploiting natural gas resources has been increased in the recent years since it was characterized as transitional fuel to a net-zero era. Consequently, reevaluation of under new perspective seems be logical. Within this context, gas-bearing Miocene sediments Messara basin Crete (Greece) are discussed paper. shows have first reported during 1990’s, without being thoroughly evaluated. This paper presents interpretation eight legacy onshore seismic reflection lines, which led construction 3D subsurface structural model Neogene basin. data reveals depocenter accommodates approximately 1500 m sediments. relationship deposits with existence shallow is also examined and discussed. New organic geochemical results combined published used discuss generation potential porosity permeability measurements surface samples presented describe reservoir characteristics. integration mentioned above suggests that comprise intervals adequate matter generate observed gasses good sandstones accumulate generated gas. might trapped by lateral vertical facies changes provide efficient stratigraphic trapping mechanisms.