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Eni Awards Key Contracts for Cronos Gas Project in Cyprus, with Gas Destined for Egypt
Rigzone · October 28, 2026 · Week 2026-44
Summary
Eni has awarded the main engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and drilling contracts for its Cronos gas field development offshore Cyprus. The project is significant as it will be Cyprus's first gas development and is designed to export gas to Egypt for liquefaction, reinforcing Egypt's position as a key Eastern Mediterranean gas hub for supplying Europe.
Strategic Implication
The contract awards advance a key East Med gas project that will increase feedstock for Egypt's underutilized LNG export terminals, strengthening its role as a regional energy hub.