Gullfaks

Gullfaks is an oil and gas field in the Norwegian North Sea with three production platforms operating at depths between 130 and 220 meters. The facilities extract hydrocarbons from underwater reservoirs and transport them to processing stations on the mainland through different systems.

The field was discovered in 1978 and approved for development in 1981, with the first platform Gullfaks A starting operations in 1986. This facility helped shape Norway's offshore industry and contributed to advancing deep-water drilling technology.

The field operations created numerous employment opportunities and established specialized training programs for offshore workers in Norwegian communities.

The platforms are not directly accessible from land as they are active offshore facilities visited only by specialized personnel. Information about the field can be found at visitor centers or museums along the Norwegian coast that focus on oil and gas history.

Gullfaks C platform extends 380 meters from the seafloor to its top, towering above many landmarks on mainland Europe. This remarkable height is needed to withstand the harsh North Sea conditions and accommodate the machinery required for operations.