Enrico Mattei

Italian businessman and politician

Enrico Mattei - Italian businessman and politician
Born

1906
119 years ago

Died

October 27th, 1962
63 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Established the Italian state-owned oil company, Eni, playing a crucial role in the post-war energy sector. Mattei negotiated contracts with several oil producing countries, significantly altering Italy's energy independence. Promoted a new approach to energy policy that prioritized national interests over conforming to traditional Western oil policies. His efforts led to the diversification of energy sources for Italy and increased global influence in oil markets.

Founded Eni in 1953

Negotiated oil contracts with OPEC nations

Promoted energy independence for Italy

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