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Select mega-fields could change global tanker traffic

According to a new analysis from Wood Mackenzie, the Johan Sverdrup field along with new Brazilian fields contain so much oil that they could have a deciding impact on global tanker traffic. A significant part of the oil will need to be transported to Asia.
Photo: Statoil
Photo: Statoil
BY TOMAS KRISTIANSEN

The giant Johan Sverdrup field contains so much oil that it could, combined with coming fields off the coast of Brazil, have a noticeable impact on the global tanker market, according to a new analysis performed by Wood Mackenzie.

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