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Cyprus to Monetize Gas with Egypt Deals

Cyprus and Egypt will sign two landmark natural gas agreements on Monday, marking the first-ever commercialization of Cyprus’s offshore reserves. These deals, involving major energy companies like ENI, Total, Chevron, Shell, and NewMed, are expected to significantly boost Cyprus’s economy and reduce electricity prices.

comment ellinas The Stena IceMAX drillship hired by ExxonMobil for exploratory drilling in the Cyprus EEZ block 10

Gas Drilling Scheduled for Mid-January

ExxonMobil’s Stena IceMax drillship will initiate drilling in mid-January at the ‘Electra’ site within Block 5 of Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone. Energy Minister George Papanastasiou noted the promising geological formations at ‘Electra’. The drilling program, in partnership with Qatar Energy, will also target the ‘Pegasus’ site in Block 10. This exploration aims to confirm the area’s potential natural gas reserves.