Interview Pippo Ranci

‘An Italian gas hub will reduce Eni’s market power’

The start of the LNG terminal at Rovigo could be a turning point in the development of a competitive Italian gas market, says Professor Pippo Ranci, Italy’s former energy regulator. But there are still many regulatory and political hurdles to take. ‘Anyone who wants to pursue the true advantages of size should encourage the removal of barriers and strong antitrust regulation.’