Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece advance Eastern Mediterranean gas corridor

Eastern Mediterranean gas energy corridor Kronos gas field Aphrodite gas field natural gas infrastructure

Energy ministers from Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece met at the East Mediterranean Gas Forum (EMGF) in Athens to advance plans for connecting Cypriot gas reserves to European markets via Egyptian infrastructure.

Key projects discussed include the development of the Kronos and Aphrodite gas fields. For the Kronos field, officials aim to begin production in the first half of 2028. A subsea pipeline is expected to connect the field to Egypt’s Zohr field within two years, after which the gas will be liquefied in Egypt and transported to Greece for injection into the Vertical Corridor.

In addition to regional connectivity, Egyptian Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi met with Arkeos Energy to discuss increasing the company's production in Egypt between 2027 and 2030, specifically focusing on the Harmattan field and deep-water exploration in the North Damietta and North Tabia regions.

Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt emphasized their roles in creating a regional energy corridor that enhances security of supply for Europe while utilizing Egypt's established processing and liquefaction capabilities.

Entities

Arkeos Energy · East Mediterranean Gas Forum · Eni · Karim Badawi · Michael Damianos · Michalis Damianos · Stavros Papastavrou · TotalEnergies

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[● 3 SOURCES] A subsea pipeline connecting the Kronos field to Egypt’s Zohr field is expected to be completed within two years. greekcitytimes.com · www.politis.com.cy · www.sofokleousin.gr
[● 4 SOURCES] Egypt has the infrastructure required to exploit East Mediterranean gas resources. al-hewar.org · www.alamaltaqa.com · egyptdailynews.com
[● 7 SOURCES] Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece are working to connect Cypriot gas reserves to European markets via Egyptian infrastructure. www.alamaltaqa.com · egyptdailynews.com · greekcitytimes.com · www.politis.com.cy · www.sofokleousin.gr · +1 more
[● 5 SOURCES] Gas production from the Kronos field in Cyprus is targeted to begin in the first half of 2028. www.alamaltaqa.com · greekcitytimes.com · www.politis.com.cy · www.sofokleousin.gr · www.sigmalive.com
[● 5 SOURCES] The development of the Aphrodite and Cronos gas fields in Cyprus is a priority for the regional energy corridor. www.alamaltaqa.com · egyptdailynews.com · www.tothemaonline.com · www.sigmalive.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Arkeos Energy aims to increase its production in Egypt between 2027 and 2030. www.alamaltaqa.com · petro-news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Gas production from the Kronos field in Cyprus is targeted to begin during the first half of 2028. www.alamaltaqa.com · greekcitytimes.com · www.sigmalive.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Egypt possesses the necessary infrastructure, including production, processing, and liquefaction facilities, to exploit East Mediterranean gas resources. al-hewar.org
[● 3 SOURCES] The Vertical Corridor will be used to transport natural gas from Cyprus through Greece to European markets. greekcitytimes.com · nemesishd.gr · www.politis.com.cy
[● 2 SOURCES] Egypt's location and integrated gas infrastructure can serve as a regional hub for connecting producers to European markets. al-hewar.org · www.alamaltaqa.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The development of the Aphrodite gas field in Cyprus requires the completion of commercial and regulatory frameworks to reach a final investment decision. www.alamaltaqa.com · www.sigmalive.com