TEHRAN – Daily oil production has increased by 3,000 barrels following the launch of well Fahliyan-52 at the South Azadegan field, raising the field’s total output to 61,900 barrels per day, Petropars Group said.

The new well, brought online on September 8, brings the number of operational wells developed by Petropars at South Azadegan to 37.

The move is part of the Oil Ministry’s broader strategy to expand shared fields and improve the recovery rate of crude.

Hamidreza Saghafi, managing director of Petropars, said the achievement underscored the role of Iranian expertise in advancing national energy projects. “This new production capacity at South Azadegan is the result of the commitment and knowledge of Iranian specialists, and aligns with the ministry’s strategy to develop joint fields and boost national output,” he said.

Ebrahim Nari, head of the South Azadegan development project, said the well was completed using advanced engineering methods and modern equipment, which would enhance production stability and improve reservoir conditions.

Earlier this year, two new wells added 8,000 barrels per day to South Azadegan’s output, lifting production to around 59,000 barrels.

The South Azadegan field, located in the oil-rich Khuzestan province near the Iraqi border, is part of the broader Azadegan field, one of the largest oil reserves in the world. The field straddles the Iran-Iraq frontier, with its counterpart known as Majnoon on the Iraqi side.

Discovered in 1999, Azadegan is estimated to hold more than 30 billion barrels of oil in place, making it a strategic priority for development. South Azadegan alone accounts for a significant share of these reserves.

The field has faced delays over the years due to financing challenges and international sanctions, but development has accelerated in recent years under the supervision of domestic companies, including Petropars. Expansion of South Azadegan is seen as critical for boosting Iran’s overall output and strengthening its position in regional energy markets.

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