CGG: CGG Expands High-Performance Computing Capacity with New UK HPC Hub

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CGG has announced a significant expansion of its high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities with a new hub in Southeast England, expected to be operational in H1 2023. This facility will enhance its cloud HPC capacity by up to 100 petaflops and support advanced subsurface imaging technology. Committed to green energy, the hub will operate on 100% renewable energy and aims to reduce GHG emissions as part of its carbon-neutral pledge by 2050. This initiative aligns with CGG's strategy of leadership in specialized digital sciences and HPC services for various industries.

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• Expansion of HPC capacity by up to 100 petaflops.
• New facility supports advanced subsurface imaging technology.
• Hub powered by 100% renewable energy, supporting green energy commitment.

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CGG Expands High-Performance Computing Capacity with New UK HPC Hub

Paris, France – April 12, 2022

To support continued differentiation in its core business and accelerate the development of its new activities, CGG is significantly expanding its high-performance computing (HPC) capacity and associated service offerings. The company recently signed a lease to build a new European HPC hub in Southeast England that will become operational in H1 2023 and increase its cloud HPC capacity by up to 100 petaflops.

Peter Whiting, EVP, Geoscience, CGG, said: “The expansion of our HPC capability at this new UK facility supports both the continued advance of our industry-leading subsurface imaging technology and services, as well as the growth of our specialized HPC offerings to new and existing clients in the energy, environmental and other industry sectors. It reflects CGG’s strategy of continued leadership in specialized digital sciences, through the dedication of considerable resources, R&D efforts and partnership initiatives to deliver highly differentiated digital capabilities that address our clients’ advanced HPC, software, cloud and digital transformation requirements.”

Building on over a decade of cutting-edge HPC innovations and experience, including liquid cooling to implement high power density and high-efficiency full-immersion environments at its Houston facility, the new UK HPC Hub will leverage new innovations in all areas, including industrial HPC and energy efficiency to bring significant advantages to specialized HPC application. In addition, as part of CGG’s commitment to green energy and reduction of its GHG Scope 2 emissions to meet its pledge to become carbon neutral by 2050, the new hub will be powered with 100% renewable energy, as are CGG’s other UK operating sites.

About CGG

CGG (www.cgg.com) is a global geoscience technology leader. Employing around 3,300 people worldwide, CGG provides a comprehensive range of data, products, services and solutions that support our clients to more efficiently and responsibly solve complex natural resource, environmental and infrastructure challenges. CGG is listed on the Euronext Paris SA (ISIN: 0013181864).

Contacts

Group Communications & Investor Relations Christophe Barnini Tel: + 33 1 64 47 38 11 E-Mail: christophe.barnini@cgg.com

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• CGG - Press Release pdf version

FAQ

What is CGG's new HPC hub project about?

CGG is expanding its high-performance computing capabilities with a new hub in Southeast England to enhance its cloud HPC capacity by up to 100 petaflops.

When will CGG's new HPC hub become operational?

The new HPC hub is expected to become operational in the first half of 2023.

How does CGG plan to achieve carbon neutrality?

CGG plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, and the new hub will be powered by 100% renewable energy.

What industries will benefit from CGG's HPC services?

CGG's HPC services will benefit clients in the energy, environmental, and various other sectors.

What technology will be advanced at CGG's new hub?

The new hub will support the advancement of CGG's industry-leading subsurface imaging technology.