Eni has finalised with Petrogal, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Portuguese company Galp Energia operating in the upstream oil & gas, the farm in agreement for the acquisition of a 70% stake and operatorship of the Gamba, Santola and Lavagante permits. The agreement will guarantee the exploration rights for an unexplored area of 9,100 square kilometers in offshore Portugal.

The exploration permits were awarded to Petrogal in 2007 by the Portuguese State.
The agreement is part of Eni’s strategy aimed at diversifying and expanding its exploration portfolio.

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Eni is an integrated company that operates across the entire energy chain, employing some 78,000 people in 90 countries around the world. Scientific research and technological innovation are at the heart of its strategies for sustainable development.
Eni’s excellent portfolio of conventional oil assets with competitive costs and the strong resource base with options for anticipated monetization ensure a robust value generation at Eni’s upstream activity. The vertical integration provided by the large presence in the gas and lng markets, and the know-how in refining and chemical sectors enable the company to capture synergies and catch joint opportunities and projects in the marketplace.