Rumaila field

The Rumaila Field is a large oil field located in southern Iraq, near the city of Basra. It is one of the largest oil fields in the world and has been a major source of oil production for Iraq since the 1950s.

Here are some key facts about the Rumaila Field:

  1. Location: The Rumaila Field is located in the southern province of Basra, Iraq, approximately 30 kilometers (19 miles) southeast of the city of Basra.
  2. Size: The field covers an area of approximately 550 square kilometers (212 square miles).
  3. Reserves: The Rumaila Field is estimated to contain around 17 billion barrels of oil, making it one of the largest oil fields in the world.
  4. Production: The field has been producing oil since the 1950s, with peak production reaching around 1.5 million barrels per day (mb/d) in the 1970s. Current production is around 1.2 mb/d.
  5. Operators: The Rumaila Field is operated by the Iraqi National Oil Company (INOC), with technical assistance from the Chinese oil company, CNPC.
  6. Infrastructure: The field has a network of pipelines, roads, and other infrastructure to support oil production and transportation.
  7. Challenges: The Rumaila Field has faced several challenges over the years, including damage caused by the Iran-Iraq War, sabotage, and natural decline in production.
  8. Re-development: In recent years, the Iraqi government has invested in re-developing the field to increase production and extend its life. This has included the installation of new drilling equipment, pipelines, and other infrastructure.

The Rumaila Field is an important part of Iraq's oil industry, and its production is a significant contributor to the country's economy.