What Geo2X does

Geo2X SA is a privately held Swiss applied geophysics services company founded in 2002 in Geneva and now headquartered in Yverdon-les-Bains. The firm delivers subsurface characterization and visualization services using twelve distinct geophysical methods, including Reflection/Vibroseismic (with proprietary Ultra High Resolution Seismic leadership), Seismic Refraction, MASW, Electrical Resistivity Tomography, Electromagnetics, Magnetism, Gravimetry, Ground Penetrating Radar, and Bathymetry. Its core technical assets comprise wireless seismic acquisition systems engineered for urban deployment, multi-channel GPR antennas, multi-depth electromagnetic sensors (six investigation depths up to six meters), state-of-the-art microvibrators for P and S waves, the free Geo2View 2D seismic viewer software, and a proprietary Permitting WebApp for landowner and project workflow management.

The company operates a project-based professional services model, quoting custom engagements based on scope, methodology mix, terrain complexity, and personnel mobilization requirements, with multi-year contracts typical. It monetizes four service lines: Geophysical Data Acquisition (the core), Customer Support and Permitting, Research and Development, and Training. Customers are predominantly European public-sector entities (Swiss cantonal governments) and large enterprises in energy, renewables, water management, archaeology, and natural resources. The team comprises 13 core experts plus a network of more than 100 mobilizable qualified personnel for major projects. Geographic reach spans 45+ countries, anchored by wholly owned regional entities GEO2X AG (Baar, Switzerland, 2016) and GEO2X AFRICA SÀRL (Dakar, Senegal, 2018), alongside affiliated firms Seismoring (2020) and GTG International (2023 merger with Gallego Technic Geophysics).

Distribution relies on direct consultative engagement rather than digital channels, with the company explicitly encouraging "a brief chat" as the primary entry point. Marketing leverage comes from ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications, AGAP and Label Eco PME credentials, PhD-level leadership, and academic collaborations with EPFL, ETHZ, and several other European universities. Growth has been driven by organic geographic expansion, internal R&D, and selective M&A and spin-off activity rather than external funding, with no venture capital or private equity disclosed.

Name

Geo2X

Legal name

Geo2X SA

Website

https://geo2x.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Geo2X SA is a Swiss applied geophysics services firm founded in 2002 that delivers subsurface characterization and visualization using twelve geophysical methods for government and enterprise clients across 45+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Geophysical Survey Services

NAICS

Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (54136), Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (541360)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Exploration Services (1382)

akta.pro primary industry

Geotechnical & Subsurface Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Geotechnical Investigation & Site Characterization (Boreholes, In-situ Testing, Lab Testing) (IMAFAOAG), Mineral Exploration & Geoscience Services (Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Resource Modeling) (IMAKAKAA), Seismic & Geoscience Services (Acquisition, Processing, Interpretation) (EUALABAK)

Keywords

• Applied geophysics services
• Subsurface investigation
• Seismic acquisition surveys
• Geophysical data acquisition
• Geotechnical characterization

Headquarters

HQ city

Yverdon-les-bains

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Geophysical Data Acquisition Services: Project-based professional services providing geophysical data acquisition using various methods including seismic reflection, refraction, GPR, electromagnetic, electrical resistivity, gravimetry, magnetism, and bathymetry. Revenue generated through custom project quotes based on scope, method selection, and geographic requirements.
2. Customer Support and Permitting Services: Expert support in project design and permitting management for large geophysical projects. Includes technical specifications definition, processing supervision, tender evaluation, and landowner permitting coordination.
3. Research and Development Services: Innovative hardware and software solutions development for complex geophysical problems, often in collaboration with universities and research institutions.
4. Training Services: Applied geophysics training courses tailored to customer needs, provided by experienced engineers worldwide. Includes course materials and ongoing university lecturing engagements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Geo2X provides project-based applied geophysics services for subsurface investigation, combining up to 12 geophysical methods (reflection/vibroseismic including Ultra High Resolution Seismic, refraction seismics, MASW, ERT, electromagnetics, ground penetrating radar, gravimetry, magnetism, bathymetry) with project permitting, processing, R&D, and training. The firm also distributes the Geo2View free 2D seismic viewer software for industry-standard SEGY, SU and SEG2 data.

Product overview

Geo2X SA is an applied geophysics services company founded in 2002, offering geophysical data acquisition, customer support and permitting, research and development, and training services. The company's portfolio includes Geo2View, a free 2D seismic viewer software, and nine distinct geophysical methods: Reflection/Vibroseismic (including Ultra High Resolution Seismic), Seismic Refraction, MASW, Electrical Resistivity Tomography, Electromagnetics, Magnetism, Gravimetry, Ground Penetrating Radar, and Bathymetry. Geo2View is a standalone desktop software product for seismic data visualization, while the geophysical methods constitute the core service offerings. Additional offerings include permitting management via a proprietary webApp, custom R&D services, and training programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Geo2View: Free 2D seismic viewer software supporting SEGY, SU and SEG2 industry standards with frequency filters, spectra analysis, and customizable display

Products and services

• Geophysical Data Acquisition Services Project-based geophysical surveys combining up to 12 methods — reflection/vibroseismics (including Ultra High Resolution Seismic), seismic refraction, MASW, electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), electromagnetics, ground penetrating radar (GPR), gravimetry, magnetism, and bathymetry — for subsurface characterisation in hydrogeology, geotechnical, geothermal, archaeological, natural resource, environmental, and natural hazard contexts. Designed for enterprise and government clients worldwide.
• Customer Support and Permitting Services Expert support for large geophysical project management including technical specifications definition, processing supervision, tender evaluation, project design, and landowner permitting coordination supported by the proprietary Permitting WebApp. For enterprise and government clients undertaking complex multi-stakeholder surveys.
• Research and Development Services Innovation-focused R&D services developing custom hardware and software solutions for complex geophysical problems, including Ultra High Resolution Seismic surveys, processing algorithms, internal acquisition hardware, and field acquisition software. Often delivered in collaboration with universities and research institutions.
• Training Services Applied geophysics training courses for geologists and geotechnicians covering acquisition through interpretation, tailored to customer needs and delivered worldwide at client-specified locations by Geo2X engineers.
• Geo2View Free Seismic Viewer Free standalone 2D seismic viewer software for Windows that reads SEGY, SU and SEG2 industry-standard formats and offers frequency filters, spectra analysis, customizable display, headers export and trace processing for geoscientists and interpreters.

Quantifiable outcome

• 550+ successful projects completed worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GTG InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Result of merger between Gallego Technic Geophysics and Geo2X SA in 2023. Swiss-headquartered entity leveraging combined expertise for comprehensive large vibroseismic acquisition services.
• SeismoringcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Swiss company created in 2020 specializing in passive seismic methods. Focuses on detecting seismic events for risk prevention in drilling operations and data analysis.
• roXplore gmbhcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Partnership started in 2016 with roXplore gmbh based in Thurgau, Switzerland. Collaboration focused on geophysical project work and expertise sharing.
• W-GeosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Software collaboration since 1988, with W-Geosoft (a group of geologists, geophysicists, hydrogeologists and developers) taking over further development and marketing of software products from 2015. Products used worldwide for training and production purposes.
• EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Ongoing collaboration with university for research and development. Geo2X team involved in university courses as external lecturers.
• ETH Zurich (ETHZ)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Academic collaboration with ETH Zurich for research projects and knowledge exchange in geophysical methods.
• University of LausanneminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Academic partnership for research collaboration in applied geophysics.
• University of GenevaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Academic partnership for research collaboration in applied geophysics.
• University of NeuchâtelminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Academic partnership for research collaboration in applied geophysics.
• TU DelftminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002International academic collaboration with Delft University of Technology (Netherlands) for research projects.
• University of LeedsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002International academic collaboration with University of Leeds (UK) for research projects.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Sercel: Leading designer and manufacturer of seismic acquisition equipment and related geophysical solutions, owned by CGG. Comparable through its wireless seismic and acquisition technology that parallels Geo2X's UHRS and wireless seismic investments.
• Fugro: Global geoscience and geotechnical services firm providing site characterization, geophysical surveys and subsurface data for infrastructure, energy and environmental markets. Comparable to Geo2X across multiple methods but at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• CGG (Viridien): Global geoscience company offering seismic acquisition, geoscience data and subsurface imaging primarily for oil & gas, mining and environmental applications. Provides broadly overlapping capabilities to Geo2X at much larger scale and with deeper energy-industry penetration.
• TGS: Major provider of multi-client geoscience data and subsurface intelligence for energy and infrastructure markets. Comparable to Geo2X in subsurface imaging expertise but with a library/data monetization model rather than Geo2X's project-services model.
• Guideline Geo (ABEM): Provider of geophysical instrumentation and services (resistivity, seismic, GPR) for environmental, geotechnical and infrastructure applications under the ABEM and MALÅ brands. Overlaps with Geo2X across ERT, refraction seismic and GPR methods, though primarily instrument-focused.

Direct peers

• IRIS Instruments: French manufacturer and service provider of geophysical instruments for resistivity, electromagnetic and seismic surveys. Closely overlaps with Geo2X's electrical, electromagnetic and seismic method offerings, particularly in environmental and geotechnical contexts.
• Phoenix Geophysics: Provider of electromagnetic and electrical resistivity geophysical instruments and survey services for mineral, geothermal and groundwater exploration. Direct overlap with Geo2X's electromagnetic, ERT and mineral exploration service lines.
• Geotech Ltd. Specialist geophysical services company offering seismic, GPR, electromagnetic and geotechnical surveys across Europe. Direct mid-market peer to Geo2X with similar multi-method near-surface focus and consulting-led delivery.
• GTG International: Swiss vibroseismic acquisition joint entity formed via 2023 merger of Gallego Technic Geophysics with Geo2X SA. Operates as a directly comparable large-vibroseismic acquisition peer and is shown as a related company on Geo2X's website.

Regional players

• RBR (Ramboll): Swiss geo-environmental consultancy acquired by Ramboll providing geological, hydrogeological and geophysical services. Listed as a related company on Geo2X's website; comparable in regional scope and environmental/hydrogeology focus but with stronger environmental consulting tilt.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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