Global crude oil imports reached $1.359 trillion in 2023. Imports grew 27.2% from $1.068 trillion in 2019. Top five importers accounted for 60.1% of total spending
Oil is a major global commodity and essential for various fuels. Approximately half of world's countries produce oil in some capacity. Oil production is measured in barrels per day (BPD). US is world's largest producer and consumer of oil
Built by Sumitomo Heavy Industries in Japan from 1974 to 1979. Displacement of 657,019 tonnes, nearly twice as long as Titanic. Length 458.45 meters, beam 68.8 meters, depth 29.8 meters. Could carry up to 4.1 million barrels of crude oil. Powered by eight diesel engines producing 110,000 horsepower
Food industry supplies most global food consumption through diverse businesses. Includes agriculture, manufacturing, processing, marketing, distribution, and retail. UK Food Standards Agency defines it as entire food system from farming to retail
NICs are developing countries with higher economic growth than others. They experience rapid, export-oriented economic growth. Incipient or ongoing industrialization is an important indicator. Better living conditions, transportation, and access to water are common
Chromatic Metal is a special element used for advanced technology construction. Created from stellar metals: Copper, Cadmium, Emeril, and Indium. Value increased from 245.0 to current value in Aquarius update