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The Crude Report: Johan Castberg, new North Sea crude grade
This episode covers Johan Castberg’s launch, crude oil pricing, and how European refiners are responding to the new North Sea grade
The podcast discusses the launch and market reception of the new Norwegian crude grade, Johan Castberg, highlighting its unique production setup, high-quality characteristics, and pricing dynamics. Despite logistical challenges and premium pricing, the grade is gaining traction among Northwest European refiners due to its favourable refining properties.
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Three main topics:
- Introduction and significance of Castberg crude: A rare standalone field in the Barents Sea, marking a notable expansion in Norway’s oil production.
- Crude quality and market reception: Castberg is slightly heavier but low in sulphur, with high yields of valuable distillates, making it attractive to European refiners.
- Trading logistics and pricing: The grade trades at a premium and is limited to local markets due to shuttle tanker constraints and higher transport costs.
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