**Eni Begins Gas Production at Argo Cassiopea Offshore Field in Sicily**
Italian energy giant Eni has successfully initiated gas production from the Argo Cassiopea field development in the Strait of Sicily, marking a significant milestone in the company’s offshore drilling operations. This achievement comes just three years after the project’s initiation, demonstrating Eni’s efficiency and strategic planning in the oil and gas sector.
Located in the Strait of Sicily, the Argo Cassiopea field is set to produce approximately 1.5 billion cubic meters of gas annually, with an estimated total reserve of 10 billion cubic meters. The initial production is derived from one of four subsea wells drilled in recent months. The gas is transported via a 60-kilometer subsea pipeline to the Gela processing plant, where it will undergo processing before being fed into Italy’s national grid.
Eni has developed the project in collaboration with Energean under a three-year timeframe. The project also incorporates an associated 3.6 MWp array of photovoltaic panels, ensuring that the operations achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This initiative aligns with Eni’s commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental footprint.
The remaining wells and facilities are expected to be brought online, tested, and commissioned over the coming months. This phase will further enhance the operational capacity of the field, maximizing its potential for gas production. Energean, which is also involved in the project, is in the process of divesting its stake in Argo Cassiopea and other E&P interests in the Mediterranean to an entity controlled by Carlyle International Energy Partners.
Eni’s success in inaugurating gas production at the Argo Cassiopea field underscores the company’s capability and dedication to advancing the oil and gas industry. This achievement not only supports Italy’s energy needs but also contributes to global energy security.
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