Zohr, discovered in 2015 in the Shorouk concession about 190 km north of Port Said, is the largest natural gas discovery in the Mediterranean. It was brought into production in December 2017, in under three years from discovery, a record pace for a deepwater project of this size.
Why it matters
- Restored Egypt's self-sufficiency in natural gas.
- Supports exports and the country's role as a regional energy hub.
- Delivered through a fast-track partnership between EGAS and international companies.
Key facts
Discovered
2015
First gas
December 2017
Distance
About 190 km north of Port Said
