AleAnna Inc. has announced the receipt of regional approval, known as the Intesa, from the Emilia-Romagna Region in Italy for its Gradizza Field Development Project. This approval is the final step required before the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MISE) can award AleAnna a Production Concession. Once granted, this concession will allow AleAnna to initiate construction and connect the Gradizza Field to necessary infrastructure. This milestone highlights the company's efforts in advancing new sources of natural gas in Italy, contributing to the nation's energy independence and supporting Europe's energy transition goals. The Gradizza Field, located in Northern Italy's Province of Ferrara, is poised to become AleAnna's first fully-owned and operated development. The project is expected to be completed and operational within 12-18 months following the concession award.