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."
2019 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
6 Mar, 2020
Featured
Bahrain Eyes More Major Deals
Bahrain is looking to capitalize on the newfound momentum in its upstream sector by offering up three offshore blocks...
Bahrain Oil & Gas Blocks
NEWS IN BRIEF
Bahrain Studies ‘Mega’ Fertilizers
7 Feb, 2020
Bahrain Shura Council Oks Eni Exploration Deal
20 Dec, 2019
Bahrain Economy Flatlines In Q2
11 Oct, 2019
…As Bahrain Bags $2bn
27 Sep, 2019
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
SELECTED DATA
Bahrain Electricity Supply (Twh)
Bahrain Power Plants Gas Consumption (BCM)
Bahrain's Sitra Refinery Products Output ('000 B/D)
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