VANKOR FIELD

• Latitude: 67.822
• Longitude: 83.5339
• CIS Pacific
• Port in Russia

Location: Russia

The Vankor Field, located in the Krasnoyarsk Krai region of Russia, is one of the largest oilfields in Russia. It is operated by Rosneft, Russia's state-controlled oil company. Most of the oil extracted from the Vankor Field is transported via pipelines, primarily through the Eastern Siberia-Pacific Ocean (ESPO) pipeline system. However, the field does have associated port facilities that are used for various logistics and transport purposes.

Port Description and Specification

1. Location

• Geographical Coordinates: Approximately 67.8659° N latitude and 82.5515° E longitude.
• Accessibility: Given its remote Arctic location, access is primarily through specialized ice-breaking vessels, river and sea transport during the summer months, and air transport to nearby facilities.

2. Infrastructure

• Ports and Harbors: The main port facility associated with the Vankor Field is the Arctic port of Dikson. Dikson Port serves as a key logistics hub.
  • Docking Facilities: Limited docking facilities due to the harsh Arctic environment.
  • Ice Management: Regular ice-breaking services are necessary to keep the port accessible year-round.
  • Storage Facilities: Limited storage capabilities. Most oil is better suited for pipeline transport rather than storage at a port facility.

3. Transport

• Pipeline System: The field connects to the Eastern Siberia-Pacific Ocean (ESPO) pipeline, which significantly reduces reliance on maritime transport for oil export.
• Shipping Routes: Maritime routes are majorly operational during the ice-free season, typically facilitating transport to Murmansk or Vladivostok.

4. Handling and Operation

• Cargo: Primarily crude oil and associated products.
• Safety and Environmental Measures: Stringent safety protocols are in place due to the Arctic setting and the potential for extreme weather conditions.

5. Logistics and Support Services

• Supply Chain Coordination: Managed by Rosneft, ensuring streamlined processes for transport and export logistics.
• Support Vessels: Use of ice-class support vessels and tugs to assist in navigation and berth operations.
• Emergency Services: Equipped with emergency response teams for oil spill response and Arctic survival conditions.

6. Weather and Environmental Conditions

• Climate: Subarctic climate, with long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers.
• Operational Period: Maritime transport is feasible mainly in the summer months due to ice conditions. Winter operations may rely more on pipeline transport or specialized ice-breaking vessels.

Summary

The Vankor Field's associated port facilities, particularly through Dikson Port, play a crucial role in the logistics and transportation of crude oil extracted from this significant site. However, the extremities of the Arctic environment make pipeline transport a more reliable and year-round method for moving oil to markets. The port facilities are critical during certain periods and for certain types of logistics but come with significant operational challenges due to the harsh climate.