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Source: Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.
The microbial preparation "Oceanida," an environmentally friendly development by Rosneft Oil Company, has received a positive conclusion from a state environmental review. The preparation is designed for the effective and safe disposal of hydrocarbon pollutants in Arctic seas. The expert commission determined that the innovation complies with environmental protection requirements. The conclusion was approved by an order from Rosprirodnadzor.
The development of this biopreparation is the result of extensive scientific research. The project is being implemented through a collaboration between Rosneft's Arctic Research Center and Innopraktika, based at the Faculty of Biology at Lomonosov Moscow State University. The product is based on psychrophilic (cold-loving) microorganisms that can utilize hydrocarbons as a nutritional source.
During the project, specialists conducted a series of expeditions in the Arctic region to search for native microbial strains that most effectively degrade oil slicks. They also developed and tested a technologically advanced formulation of the product—coated granules containing dormant microbial cells and the nutrients necessary for their initial growth.
Scientists conducted detailed studies of the drug's safety for humans, animals, and marine ecosystems. The effectiveness of "Oceanida" was proven not only in laboratory conditions but also in field trials at the White Sea Biological Station of Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov. Hydrocarbon losses amounted to 36.7% over 45 days, even at temperatures as low as -1.5°C. Based on the obtained data on the drug's safety for marine ecosystems, an environmental assessment confirmed the suitability of "Oceanida" for use in Arctic seas.
Environmental sustainability in business operations is a key priority for Rosneft Oil Company. The use of modern biotechnological solutions will enable the effective and environmentally safe elimination of hydrocarbon pollution of all types, but especially the so-called "chronic pollution" that arises from the operation of maritime transport.
Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft October 14, 2025
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