Eni signs $579m EIB loan for Sannazzaro biorefinery in Italy
Eni has secured a €500m ($579.4m) loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to convert a portion of its Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi refinery in Italy into a biorefinery. This investment signals a continued shift towards renewable fuels and a commitment to decarbonization within the oil and gas sector.
Offshore Technology · April 2, 2026
Eni Exits Consortium for Oil and Gas Exploration Offshore Israel
Italian energy major Eni has opted to withdraw from a consortium bidding for new offshore natural gas exploration licenses in Israel. This decision suggests a strategic re-evaluation of its East Mediterranean portfolio, potentially signaling a shift towards concentrating capital on existing, more advanced development projects rather than pursuing new, early-stage exploration ventures in the region.
Offshore Engineer · March 27, 2026