SUBSCRIBER NOTE: Platts publishes video review of Middle East crude proposal

Please note that Platts has published an online discussion video reviewing the key points of changes proposed to the Platts Dubai and Platts Oman benchmarks.

This video can be viewed at this link:

http://www.platts.com/videos/2015/october/middle-east-crude-benchmark On September 3, Platts opened a formal review of its proposal regarding the possible inclusion of Qatar's Al-Shaheen and Abu Dhabi's Murban in the basket of crude oils reflected in its Dubai and Oman crude oil benchmarks, and the possible implementation of a Quality Premium for deliveries of Murban.

The full proposal can be read here:

http://www.platts.com/subscriber-notes-details/27773417 Platts invites comments, questions and other feedback on these proposals by October 30, 2015. Specifically, Platts invites views on the merits of expanding the group of crudes reflected in its benchmark Middle East crude assessments, any logistical considerations, the potential use of a QP for Murban, and the potential timing of such an update. Platts will study all feedback received on these points and any other areas of interest, and provide an update on any possible changes to methodology after the close of the review period.

For written comments, please provide a clear indication if comments are not intended for publication by Platts for public viewing. Platts will consider all comments received and will make comments not marked as confidential available upon request.