Shadé Barka Martins – Frigg

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October 6, 2020September 4, 2025

Frigg from 1962 to 2004

Norwegian Petroleum

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It shows the development of the Frigg area from year to year.

— Frigg-feltet i 1989

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Published October 6, 2020 • Updated September 4, 2025

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