The Azadegan oil field is one of the largest and most significant oil fields in both Iran and the world, located in Khuzestan Province near the Iran-Iraq border. Due to its vast reserves of light and medium crude oil, the field holds critical importance in Iran’s economy and is regarded as a key project in the country’s oil industry. The field is divided into North Azadegan and South Azadegan sections, each with substantial production capacity and reserves. Given its size and volume, Azadegan has become one of Iran’s largest developmental and investment projects.
The Azadegan oil field is situated in western Khuzestan, close to the Iraq border. This location provides strategic advantages, including access to existing oil infrastructure, which facilitates oil transportation and export. The field was discovered in 1997 and quickly identified as one of Iran’s largest oil reserves.
The Azadegan oil field, one of the largest globally, holds over 33 billion barrels of crude oil. Its reservoirs feature favorable permeability and natural pressure, aiding cost-effective extraction. The field produces light and medium crude oil, making it valuable for both refining and export.
Azadegan, Iran's vital crude oil production site, currently yields over 200,000 barrels daily. Development plans include drilling new wells, enhancing recovery rates, and implementing advanced extraction technologies.
The development of the Azadegan field faces key challenges: the need for advanced drilling and reservoir management technologies, complications from international sanctions limiting access to essential equipment, and the necessity of managing shared resources with Iraq to secure Iran’s stake.
In recent years, Azadegan has attracted international partnerships for development. Companies such as CNPC (China National Petroleum Corporation) and France’s Total have been involved in the project. However, due to sanctions and international restrictions, some collaborations have been halted or face ongoing challenges.
