Chevron is interested in energy exploration in Greece, the U.S. oil producer and the country's energy ministry said on Monday.

CVX seeks to explore energy resources in Greece, contributing to the country's national goals of energy independence and cost reduction.

U.S. oil major Chevron (NYSE:CVX) opens new tab has expressed interest in exploring for hydrocarbons in the marine area southwest of the Peloponnese and west of Crete, the Greek energy ministry said on Monday.