Aphrodite

Appraised

Discovered in 2011 by Chevron

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Reserves (Est.)
3.6-6
tcf
Range
3.6-6
tcf low-high
Discovery
2011
year
Water Depth
1,689
meters

Overview

First major gas discovery in Cyprus EEZ. Currently in development planning phase with export options being evaluated.

Development Status

Appraised

Appraisal wells drilled to assess commercial viability.

Discovered
Appraised
In Development
Producing

Consortium

Located in

Block 12
Operated by Chevron

Technical Data

Discovery
2011
Water Depth
1,689m
Reserves (Low)
3.6 tcf
Reserves (High)
6 tcf
Coordinates
33.15°N, 33.85°E

Related News

Cyprus Mail • Mar 31

First natural gas now estimated to hit market in 2029-30

A final investment decision by the companies holding the Aphrodite gas concession may be taken early next year, with the first natural gas going to market by 2029 or 2030, the energy minister said on Tuesday. Regarding the Aphrodite reservoir – located in Block 12 of the exclusive economic zone –...

In-Cyprus • Mar 30

Cyprus and Egypt sign gas framework deal covering Kronos and Aphrodite fields

Cyprus and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to developing two Cypriot offshore gas fields via Egyptian infrastructure, with a new framework agreement signed in Cairo on Monday bringing both the Kronos and Aphrodite discoveries under the same arrangement for the first time. Energy Minister M...

In-Cyprus • Mar 30

Christodoulides flies to Cairo to sign gas deal covering Kronos and Aphrodite fields

President Nikos Christodoulides travels to Cairo on Monday to sign a framework agreement on the commercial exploitation of Cyprus’s natural gas reserves through Egypt, setting a target of first sales to Europe by 2027–2028. The agreement, to be signed in the presence of both presidents, covers th...

Offshore Technology • Mar 13

Worley secures contract from Chevron for Aphrodite gas field FEED

Worley has secured a contract from Chevron Cyprus to deliver FEED and procurement services for the Aphrodite Field Development Project.

Offshore Engineer • Mar 13

Worley to Deliver FEED, Procurement Services for Chevron’s Aphrodite Gas Field

Worley has been selected by Chevron Cyprus Limited, a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation, to provide front-end engineering design (FEED) and procurement services…

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Key Events

Jan 20, 2025
Cyprus-Egypt Gas Agreement Signed

Cyprus and Egypt sign Host Government Agreement (HGA) for subsea pipeline to export Aphrodite gas to Egyptian LNG facili...

infrastructure
Mar 15, 2024
Aphrodite Development Plan Submitted

Chevron submits updated development plan for Aphrodite field, targeting first gas by 2027-2028.

infrastructure
Jul 15, 2019
Chevron Acquires Noble Energy

Chevron announces acquisition of Noble Energy, becoming the new operator of Block 12 and the Aphrodite field.

corporate
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