Oil and Gas Directorate, North Sea Geographical Information System

The North Sea GIS datasets (part of the National Digital Archive of Datasets) contain spatial data locating oil and gas field boundaries and pipelines. The datasets are used regularly by such entities as the British Geological Survey, Schlumberger Geoquest and Asset Geoscience Ltd. Other users include oil companies, central and local government, data supply companies and other national governments. The dataset also includes data covering current and previous licences, and details of UK pipelines including those under construction.

Registration

This database is freely available to all and you do not need to register if you want to view data tables or documents online, or if you want to order copies to use on your own computer. However, you may wish to register to be able to log in and benefit from extra features such as saving data table display settings and a more rapid ordering service.

Access

Access is available directly from this page by connecting to the Oil and Gas Directorate, North Sea Geographical Information System web site - you'll be prompted to login to MUSE as necessary. To access the Library's eResources collection whether on or off campus, simply log into MUSE & connect via the Library eResources links, located on the Library tab. Alternatively, access via the eResources A to Z links on the Library Web pages & login to MUSE when prompted.

Support

If you experience any difficulties in using this eResource please call the Library on extension 27200 or email library@sheffield.ac.uk.