In its new strategy, the state-controlled group will focus on the construction of a new pipeline and the completion of liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure.

It will also invest in energy transition businesses including a carbon capture and storage hub and the development of a European hydrogen network.

"We will invest 11.5 billion euros to develop an increasingly flexible infrastructure ...thus supporting the carbon neutrality pathway for Italy," CEO Stefano Venier said in a statement.

The group expects 7.4% average annual growth for its adjusted core earnings in the period versus 7% under its previous plan.

Adjusted net income is projected to rise by around 4% each year on average, up from 3% in the previous strategy.

The group also promised minimum annual dividend growth of 3% starting from its payout on its 2024 results.

($1 = 0.9189 euros)

(Reporting by Francesca Landini, editing by Giulia Segreti and Jason Neely)