Great Sea Interconnector advances with Meridiam partnership

At the 2nd Energy Forum in Athens on October 2, 2026, Manos Manousakis, CEO of the Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO/ADMIE), described the Great Sea Interconnector project as a prime example of Greek-French cooperation. Manousakis highlighted the formal agreement for the French firm Meridiam to join the project as a historic milestone, underscoring its strategic importance for European energy infrastructure.

This interconnection, linking Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, is officially recognized by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as the second most significant electrical corridor among the eight major projects in Europe. The primary objective is to end the energy isolation of Cyprus, which remains the only non-interconnected member state within the European Union. By integrating Cyprus into the unified European electricity market, the project aims to facilitate the increased adoption of renewable energy sources across the island.

Following support from the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy, the project is moving forward as a key element of EU infrastructure development. This initiative marks a crucial step in strengthening cross-border energy connectivity and enhancing regional security through shared technological and financial collaboration.