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Greece Revives Crete-Cyprus Underwater Power Cable

Friday, 19 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Greece's electricity grid operator (ADMIE) is working to revive the long-stalled undersea power cable project that would connect Crete and Cyprus. The project, which has been effectively frozen for several months, is now showing signs of renewed momentum as officials explore ways to unblock it. The interconnection would link Crete's power grid to Cyprus and eventually to the broader European network, reducing the island's dependence on local fossil fuel generation. For visitors, this is a longer-term infrastructure development with no immediate impact on travel plans. However, progress on the project signals continued investment in Crete's energy stability, which benefits the island's tourism infrastructure over time. No completion date has been confirmed at this stage.

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