Аннотация:In the last two years, active geological work has resumed in all water areas. Does this all mean that in the not too distant future we’ll witness marked growth in offshore oil and gas production in Russia?
An objective analysis of the various factors produces a very guarded response. The article looks at the main groups of inter-related reasons behind the lack of optimism.
Key words: Arctic, Far East, shelf study, licensing, seismic, sea platforms, exploratory drilling, sanctions, import substitution, Yuri Ampilov.