Uruguay approves offshore 3D seismic survey for oil exploration, sets marine safeguards
News from Latin America and Mercosur [Unofficial]
February 28, 2026
Uruguay’s Environment Ministry on Friday granted operational authorization for a 3D seismic survey in its jurisdictional waters, in an offshore block operated by Chevron, with a specialized vessel already in position and work planned through the end of April.
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