According to Edison's CEO, how soon after a lasting peace agreement is reached will Qatar resume LNG deliveries to Italy, and what is the expected change in supply volume?

Edison CEO Nicola Monti stated that if a lasting peace agreement were reached immediately, Qatar would resume LNG deliveries to Italy 'within a month, or a month and a half'—i.e., in 30–45 days—but 'at a more limited supply than before' the Iran war. This expectation follows QatarEnergy’s earlier declaration of Force Majeure on its long-term contract with Edison and the cancellation of 12 LNG cargoes scheduled for delivery to Italy between April and early July.

What specific contractual action did Qatar take against Edison earlier this year, and how many LNG cargoes were cancelled as a result?

Qatar declared Force Majeure on its long-term contract with Edison earlier this year and has so far cancelled 12 LNG cargoes due to be delivered to Italy between April and the beginning of July.

Edison Expects Qatar to Restart LNG Supply in 30-45 Days Following Peace Deal

May 8, 2026

Edison CEO Nicola Monti indicated QatarEnergy may resume LNG shipments within 30-45 days post-peace deal, though volumes will remain below pre-war levels. The Italian utility previously encountered force majeure declarations and cancelled cargoes during the ongoing conflict.

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