Published September 2026, Pg. 12-16

Section: Geology and geophysics

UOT: 550.8:553.98

DOI: 10.37474/0365-8554/2026-09-12-16

Relationship of the paleotectonic development of the Bandovan field with oil and gas prospectivity

Kh.Z. Mukhtarova Cand. in Geol.-Min.Sc. - Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University

The formation of local uplifts within the Lower Kura depression is interpreted as the result of a combined influence of longitudinal and transverse bending mechanisms. The widespread occurrence of hydrocarbons in the region is evidenced by the extensive development of mud volcanoes, as well as the dominance of compressional tectonic stresses. The clay content and thickness of the sedimentary succession play a critical role in controlling the formation, morphology, and intensity of mud volcanism associated with fold structures. To refine the hydrocarbon potential of the Bandovan field, this study integrates deep well data to revise the lithostratigraphic framework of the Productive Series deposits. Furthermore, paleogeological profiles were constructed, and fold growth rates as well as sediment accumulation rates were quantitatively analyzed. The results indicate that compressional stress regimes prevailed during the evolution of the hydrocarbon-bearing structures, as evidenced by the development of thrust-related folds.

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