MKHellenic Energy and Chevron have signed a new agreement to expand their strategic partnership in the exploration of hydrocarbons in the Ionian Sea. Under the terms of the deal, Chevron will acquire a 70% stake in the concession and take on the role of operator, while Hellenic Energy will retain a 30% ownership share. The agreement strengthens their collaboration in the region, with both companies jointly participating in five exploration concessions in Greece's maritime areas. Current explorations in Block 10, which this new agreement pertains to, are entering their second phase. Previous 2D and 3D seismic surveys have provided detailed geological insights and assessments of potential future drilling activities. Hellenic Energy's CEO, Andreas Siakamis, stated that Chevron's entry into Block 10 reinforces their existing partnership and aligns interests across all blocks in the southern Ionian region, creating a larger research area where they collaborate. Flexibility in their portfolio and the ability to operate over a broader concession area are key factors in attracting leading international energy companies and creating synergies. Work completed in Block 10 over the past years, H
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