Undersea Gas Pipeline to Connect Alanya and Northern Cyprus
Türkiye and Northern Cyprus Launch Undersea Gas Pipeline Project from Alanya
Türkiye has officially launched a major energy infrastructure project that will connect Alanya with the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) through an undersea natural gas pipeline.
The two sides have signed a memorandum of understanding, marking the first official step toward construction of the new energy link.
The project is expected to require an investment of approximately 700 million US dollars.
A 97-Kilometer Pipeline Beneath the Mediterranean
According to preliminary plans, the pipeline will stretch for approximately 97 kilometers along the seabed of the Mediterranean Sea, linking the Alanya coastline with the northern part of Cyprus.
Engineering and design work is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2026, while the pipeline is expected to become operational in 2028.
Once completed, the pipeline will supply natural gas to power plants in Northern Cyprus, improving the region's energy security and supporting a more stable electricity supply.
Key Facts About the Project
- 📄 An official memorandum of understanding has been signed between Türkiye and the TRNC.
- 💰 Estimated investment: approximately $700 million.
- 🌊 Undersea pipeline length: about 97 kilometers.
- 📅 Planned commissioning date: 2028.
- 📍 The exact landfall location on the Alanya coast has not yet been officially announced.
The final route and technical details are expected to be released after the completion of engineering studies.
Strengthening Regional Energy Security
The pipeline is considered one of the largest joint energy infrastructure projects between Türkiye and Northern Cyprus.
Its implementation is expected to reduce dependence on liquid fuels for electricity generation, improve the reliability of the island's energy system, and create new opportunities for the future development of regional energy infrastructure.
Officials have stated that additional technical information, including the exact pipeline route and connection point in Alanya, will be announced once engineering work is completed.
