How big is Taranakis Oil & Gas industry?
Taranaki is the centre of New Zealand’s oil, gas and petrochemical industry, and therefore the province is of major strategic importance to the economy of the country. Major international oil companies are represented within Taranaki’s business environment. A record number of companies are presently exploring New Zealand – not only for oil and gas but also for coal bed methane, which is widespread around the country including in parts of Taranaki. There are 10 fields currently on production in Taranaki. For more go to: http://www.taranaki.info/oil_gas.