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Eni Nears Production at Meleiha Phase 2 in Egypt
rigzone.com · October 21, 2026 · Week 2026-43
Summary
Eni has initiated start-up procedures for its Meleiha phase 2 gas processing plant in Egypt's Western Desert. The facility is designed to process up to 100 million cubic feet of natural gas per day, which will increase Egypt's domestic gas supply and represents a key operational milestone for the Italian IOC.
Strategic Implication
The commissioning of this plant enhances Egypt's gas processing capacity and reinforces Eni's position as a leading gas producer in the country's Western Desert.