Norway Oil Output Hits Highest in a Decade on New Equinor Field

Norway Oil Output Hits Highest in a Decade on New Equinor Field

Norway’s monthly oil production jumped to the highest in over a decade last month, following the ramp-up of Equinor ASA’s new Johan Castberg field in the Barents Sea.

Norway Oil Production Spikes on New Equinor Field

In a significant boost to Europe’s energy landscape, Norway’s oil production has surged to a 10-year high, largely driven by the ramp-up of Equinor’s Johan Castberg field in the Barents Sea. As of July 2025, the country’s crude oil output climbed 17% from the previous month to 1.96 million barrels per day (bpd), exceeding official forecasts and underscoring Norway’s enduring role as a key energy supplier. This development comes amid record inves…