Beyond the lively panel debates in the strategic and technical conferences, the insights shared at the Youth in Energy and AI Innovation hubs, and the bustling exhibition floors, the Egypt Energy Show (EGYPES) 2026 also served as a stage for a wide array of agreements. These pacts, aligned with the event’s theme of “Collaboration, Action and Realism,” lay the groundwork for advancing natural gas production and accelerating green hydrogen development. Together, they establish the technical and commercial infrastructure needed to fast track regional energy integration and position Egypt at the center of future growth.

Egypt and Cyprus Deepen East Mediterranean Gas Alliance

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides witnessed the signing of a comprehensive framework agreement aimed at strengthening natural gas collaboration between the two countries. The deal, signed by Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources and Michael Damianos, the  Cypriot Energy Minister, affirms a shared commitment to regional energy security.

The agreement seeks to maximize the utilization of natural gas resources in Cyprus by transporting them to Egypt’s liquefaction infrastructure to be both exported to Europe and used to cover part of the local demand.

Furthermore, the agreement includes the formation of a joint committee tasked with establishing the frameworks and principles governing bilateral cooperation.

Chevron, Egypt Fast Track Aphrodite Gas Link

The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MoPMR) and US-based Chevron have announced a Host Government Agreement (HGA) to accelerate the development and production of gas from Cyprus’s Aphrodite field and transport it to Egyptian infrastructure and liquefaction plants.

Chevron, operator of the Aphrodite field with a 35% working interest, is leading the development alongside partners Shell and NewMed Energy. The agreement includes construction of a 280 kilometre subsea pipeline that will deliver gas directly to Egypt’s national grid in Port Said.

With Cypriot discoveries estimated at around 20 trillion cubic feet (tcf), this infrastructure link is positioned as a cornerstone for regional energy integration and a reliable supply route to global markets. The deal underscores Egypt’s growing role as a hub for Mediterranean gas.

MoPMR, Siemens Energy Partner on Gas Efficiency

The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MoPMR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Siemens Energy to enhance energy efficiency and accelerate emissions reduction.

The agreement, signed during EGYPES 2026, covers preparing studies for priority projects such as converting gas turbines to combined cycle systems, applying combined heat and power (CHP) technologies, upgrading electrical assets, and utilizing flare gases. It also includes programs for human capacity building and localizing technologies for the repair and maintenance of compressors and turbines.

EGAS, Arcius Launch $500 Mn Harmattan Development

The Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS) signed a $500 million agreement with Arcius Energy, a joint venture (JV) between bp and ADNOC’s XRG, to develop the Harmattan gas field in the Mediterranean. The project targets production of 150 million cubic feet (mmcf) of gas and 3,300 barrels of condensates daily, with completion scheduled for 2028. Plans are also under study to raise output to 200 mmcf and 4,400 barrels of condensates per day. The agreement was signed by EGAS Executive Managing Director Sayed Selim and Arcius CEO Naser Saif Al Yafei.

ENPPI, PMS to Execute Harmattan Offshore Works

Following the Final Investment Decision signed with Arcius Energy during EGYPES, The Engineering for the Petroleum and Process Industries (ENPPI) concluded a contract with Petroleum Marine Services (PMS) to carry out offshore works and installations at the Harmattan gas field in the Mediterranean. The agreement was signed by ENPPI Chairman and CEO Khaled Ibrahim and PMS Chairman and CEO Walid Hegazy. PMS’s scope includes installing a 1,068 ton offshore platform, laying a 50 kilometer subsea pipeline, and completing protection works. The deal supports Egypt’s strategy to fast track new discoveries into production and maximize Mediterranean gas resources.

UEG Signs MoU to Develop Mediterranean Green Hydrogen Hub

Egyptian fertilizer producers Abu Qir Fertilizers and Alexandria Fertilizers (AlexFert) together with Orascom Construction and China United Energy Group (UEG) have signed an MoU to develop a large-scale green hydrogen plant in Alexandria to produce up to 170,000 tons of green ammonia annually.

According to the MoU, UEG and Orascom will study the feasibility of deploying 500 megawatt (MW) of wind and solar renewable power to produce green hydrogen, which Abu Qir and Alexfert will look to use in their existing ammonia production. Abu Qir operates three plants exceeding 3,000 tons per day, while AlexFert runs a 1,200-ton-per-day unit.

The consortium has pledged compliance with Europe’s Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) standards, with UEG noting the project’s potential to serve both local industry and export markets.

GANOPE Secures Two Agreements to Unlock Red Sea Potential

The South Valley Egyptian Petroleum Holding Company (GANOPE) signed an MoU with bp Exploration (Delta), a subsidiary of the UK-based British Petroleum (bp), for the development of Block 6, a key offshore area in the Red Sea.

Signed by GANOPE Chairman Ashraf Bahaa and William Lin, Executive Vice President for Gas and Low Carbon Energy at bp, the MOU aligns with the national strategy to leverage international expertise in unlocking new hydrocarbon resources.

GANOPE also signed another MoU with WesternGeco, SLB’s seismic and geophysical services division, to conduct a state-of-the-art seismic survey using Ocean Bottom Nodes (OBN) technology. This initiative will provide high-quality subsurface data to improve understanding of geological reservoirs and de-risk future drilling in promising areas of the Red Sea.

GPC and Eni Partner to Upgrade New Heliopolis Hospital

Demonstrating the industry’s social role, the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC), Italy’s energy giant Eni, and the General Authority for Health Insurance signed an MoU to develop the New Heliopolis Hospital. As part of Eni’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, the project aims to upgrade medical infrastructure and improve the quality of healthcare delivery.

The initiative includes plans to provide 400 beds to serve approximately one million people, highlighting the connection between energy development and public welfare.

ENPPI Signs Silicon Deal

The Engineering for the Petroleum and Process Industries (ENPPI) and Alamein Silicon Products Company have signed a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) contract to establish a silicon and derivatives production project. The first phase will deliver 45,000 tons of metallurgical-grade silicon per year.

The signing was witnessed by Alaa El-Din Abdel Fattah, Chairman of the Egyptian Petrochemicals Holding Company (ECHEM), and Fan Shaofeng, Vice President of China Tianchen Engineering Corporation, the project’s general contractor.

Designed to localize advanced technology industries, the project aims to reduce reliance on imports and open new markets for strategic applications including solar cells, electronic chips, silicone rubber, and intermediate silicones.

EGPC, SOCAR Seal Energy Cooperation Pact

The Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) has signed a framework agreement with Azerbaijan’s State Oil Company (SOCAR) to strengthen cooperation across the oil and gas sector. The deal was signed by Salah Abdel Kerim, CEO of EGPC, and Natig Mustafayev, CEO of SOCAR, in the presence of Elkhan Polukhov, Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Egypt.

The agreement outlines long-term collaboration to improve transportation and storage systems for crude oil and petroleum products, ensuring both physical and commercial security. It also aims to boost trading activity and establish a regional hub for energy trade and storage, reinforcing Egypt’s role in regional energy markets.

EPROM Renews Gas Deal, Inks MoUs

The Egyptian Projects Operation and Maintenance (EPROM), a subsidiary of the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC), renewed key agreements and signed new MoUs with leading international and regional companies during EGYPES 2026.

Highlights include the renewal of EPROM’s contract with Agiba Petroleum to operate and maintain the Meleiha natural gas station, which has a processing capacity of 20 million cubic feet per day (mmcf/d). A tripartite MoU was also signed with Technip Energies and the Middle East Oil Refinery (MIDOR) to advance digital transformation and energy rationalization.

Additional partnerships were announced with Netherlands-based Cenosco, US oilfield services provider Weatherford, Germany’s Orcan Energy AG, and France’s IFP Training. These collaborations aim to enhance asset management, boost production efficiency, introduce thermal solutions, apply Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology, and expand training programs for technical staff.