Safaniya

Safaniya is a massive offshore oil field located in the Persian Gulf, approximately 260 kilometers north of Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. It is operated by Saudi Aramco, the national oil company of Saudi Arabia. Discovered in 1951, Safaniya is the largest among the world's offshore oil fields and the second largest oil field overall, surpassed only by Saudi Arabia's Ghawar field.

The field spans an area of about 650 square kilometers and lies in water depths ranging from 15 to 30 meters. Safaniya's crude oil is considered heavy sour crude. Its production capacity is significant, though it has seen fluctuations over the years due to factors like reservoir management and global demand. Saudi Aramco has undertaken various development and enhancement projects at Safaniya to maintain and optimize its production levels. These efforts often involve advanced drilling techniques and infrastructure upgrades to ensure efficient extraction from the mature field. The strategic importance of Safaniya to Saudi Arabia's oil production and export capabilities is considerable.