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imaged, despite technical challenges. Our staff has extensive field experience often working in logistically difficult  locations. These projects we find particularly rewarding when we are able to deliver the results that you need for your design purposes.

You will find that our project life cycle is heavily weighted towards preparation:









Don’t hesitate to give us a call should you like to discuss your project requirements. We always enjoy hearing from you!


  • Understanding your requirements
  • Assessment of the local geology and setting
  • Understanding the logistical constraints on our operations
  • Applying  sound geophysical theory
  • Selecting a complementary suite of imaging equipment
  • Optimizing ground truth strategies
  • Executing the project cost effectively
  • Delivering professional results in a Timely fashion
Message from the President

Welcome to the CSR website and thank you for thinking of us for your project requirements. I often fondly look back on  the 100’s of projects, large and small that we have completed for our clients over the last 25 years.  Each of these projects brings back a unique memory. It might be a great client working relationship, or tough logistics that we overcame or just spectacular geology that we
Our experience ranges from inland lakes to major rivers, coastal bays and full ocean depth environments.  CSR has conducted surveys in Canada,  Russia, the South China Sea, Norway, the Caribbean, South America, Alaska and the High Arctic. Our survey solutions are innovative and based on a thorough understanding of marine geologic and geophysical principles

Today, Canadian Seabed Research ranks as a leader in geophysical mapping. Our future will continue to be based on excellence and creative innovation in the earth sciences. Last, but not least, we enjoy what we do.
About Us
Watch Glen Gilbert and his team find the World War II Submarine H.M.S. P514 off the coast of NewFoundland
Canadian Seabed Research Ltd. was founded by Glen Gilbert in 1985.  Since then, CSR has grown into one of the leading Geophysical Survey companies in Canada.  We specialize in Marine and Ground Geophysical surveys for; Engineering, Oil and Gas, Government  and Environmental applications.

CSR has developed a solid reputation for achieving the highest quality results. This is based on careful project planning, the use of innovative equipment, and the unique experience our professional team brings to project interpretation and reporting.

341 Myra Road, Porters Lake, Nova Scotia B3E 1G2, CANADA
Telephone: 902-827-4200, Fax: 902-827-2002