Middle East
Bahrain
It kick-started oil production in the Gulf in 1932, but Bahrain’s hydrocarbon fortunes have since soured. A major unconventional discovery could revitalize the sector.
State of Play
Bahrain’s upstream sector has been rejuvenated by a major unconventional discovery offshore its west coast. Further appraisal drilling is planned for this year, with results due in early 2019. The kingdom is dependent on neighboring Saudi Arabia for political and economic support, as well as 80% of its oil “production."
2018 In Numbers
Crude Output
0.20
mn b/d
Crude Exports
0.16
mn b/d
Gas Output
20.8
bcm
O&G Export Rev.
8.4
$bn*
O&G % Export Rev.
54.7
%
Refining Capacity
0.267
mn b/d
*2017, ** End-Year
| Crude Output | 0.20 | mn b/d |
| Crude Exports | 0.16 | mn b/d |
| Gas Output | 20.8 | bcm |
| O&G Export Rev. | 8.4 | $bn* |
| O&G % Export Rev. | 54.7 | % |
| Refining Capacity | 0.267 | mn b/d |
*2017, ** End-Year
3 May, 2019
Featured
Bahrain Seals The Deal With Eni
Bahrain’s upstream sector was on its last legs three years ago. It has now signed a firm deal with Eni and preliminary deals with Total and Chevron.
Bahrain Oil and Gas Blocks
NEWS IN BRIEF
Bahrain Offers Firms 100% Stakes
7 Jun, 2019
Bahrain-Saudi Eye Carbon Capture Cooperation
8 Feb, 2019
Bahrain Set For VAT Roll Out
21 Dec, 2018
Bahrain Wants Eni Assistance
16 Nov, 2018
Saudi-Bahrain Pipeline Completed
12 Oct, 2018
Bahrain Unconventionals: Measured Approach
7 Sep, 2018
Bahrain LNG: On Target
10 Aug, 2018
SELECTED DATA
Bahrain's Sitra Refinery Products Output ('000 B/D)
Major's 2018* Net Middle East Output: Eni Remains Far Behind Rivals ('000 B/D
Bahrain Oil Production ('000 B/D): Saudi-Run Abu Safah Accounts For Over 75%
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