Saudi Oil Exports Hit Wartime High as East-West Pipeline Resumes

Saudi Arabia's crude exports have reached their highest level since the Iran war began after the East-West pipeline resumed operations. The pipeline, which was damaged in a drone strike on September 10, has started to transport oil again, albeit at reduced capacity.

The average export volume over the past week was 8.5 million barrels per day (bpd), according to marine intelligence company Kpler. This is about one-third more than Saudi Arabia's average exports in 2025.

The resumption of oil loadings from the Red Sea port of Yanbu has contributed significantly to the increased exports, with around 10 million barrels loaded on Monday alone.