Oseberg Transport System

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Oseberg Transport System (OTS) is a pipeline system in western Norway. It is 115 km long and runs from Oseberg, Veslefrikk, Brage, Frøy and Lille-Frigg to Sture terminal, located 65 km north of Bergen, Norway on Alvøy island. The operation of the pipeline was commenced in 1988. Total investment in the pipeline construction was about 9.8 billion NOK.

Technical features

The pipeline is placed in a tunnel close to the coast line. The tunnel is 2.3 km long and its opening is at depth of 80 m. The pipeline diameter is 28 in. The capacity of OTS is 765,000 oilbbl/d. Operating life is expected to be nearly 40 years

Ownership

The OTS is operated by Statoil and includes other licensees

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