Crude Oil Production in Cameroon remained unchanged at 69 BBL/D/1K in June from 69 BBL/D/1K in May of 2019. Crude Oil Production in Cameroon averaged 84.12 BBL/D/1K from 1994 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 124 BBL/D/1K in January of 1997 and a record low of 59 BBL/D/1K in August of 2011.
What is the oil industry like in Cameroon?
Oil exploration and exploitation is done by companies such as Pecten, Elf Serepca, Shell, all based in Douala. Cameroon does not market all its crude oil. There is an oil refinery company, SONARA, based in Limbe. For an oil producing country, the passing of oil and gas regulations is very important.
Where does oil and gas production take place in Cameroon?
Oil and gas production in Cameroon take place in various blocks located within the two sedimentary basins listed above (see picture below). There are three other sedimentary basins which are not yet producing hydrocarbon. They include Logone Birni basin, Mamfe basin and Garoua basin which are all in the exploration and appraisal phase.
How does Cameroon supply oil & gas products?
The supply and distribution chain of oil and gas products usually goes through refining, storage, transportation and distribution. In Cameroon, the supply of refined oil products is carried out using two methods, local production or direct import.