Ghawar Field

The Ghawar Field is the world's largest conventional oil-producing reservoir, located in Saudi Arabia. Spanning over 280 miles, it contains an extensive underground deposit of crude oil trapped in porous rock formations. Discovered in 1948, Ghawar has played a crucial role in global oil supply, supplying a significant portion of Saudi Arabia’s and the world's oil needs. Oil is extracted through wells drilled into the underground reservoir, where natural pressure helps push the oil to the surface. Its size and productivity make it a key asset in the global energy industry.