The Greek natural gas transmission system operator DESFA has announced a tender worth 1.22 million euros for the supply of steel pipes needed to construct a new pipeline that will connect the planned Alexandroupoli gas-fired power plant to the national gas network. The 840 MW combined-cycle facility, scheduled to begin operations in 2027, is being […]
Croatia is entering the new heating season with stable gas supplies, high storage levels, and the upcoming expansion of its LNG terminal on the island of Krk, which is set to become operational on 24 October. Dalibor Pudic, President of the Croatian Gas Association, stated that gas availability across Europe remains sufficient, supported by the
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The European Parliament’s Committees on Industry and Energy, and on International Trade, have supported a draft law that introduces a complete ban on the import of Russian gas, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), starting from 1 January 2026. Limited exceptions would apply to existing short-term contracts until June 2026 and to long-term agreements until January
Bulgaria’s state-owned natural gas supplier Bulgargaz has completed a tender to meet part of the country’s seasonal demand through liquefied natural gas (LNG) deliveries via the Alexandroupoli terminal in Greece. The tender, launched in mid-September, attracted bids from more than ten international companies and aimed to secure four LNG shipments totaling around 4,000,000 MWh. For
The Greek natural gas transmission system operator DESFA reported that total natural gas demand, including exports, reached 56.36 TWh in the first nine months of 2025, up 16.7% from 48.31 TWh in the same period in 2024. The main driver of growth was the export market. Gas exports surged to 5.06 TWh, a substantial increase
The Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) has approved a reduction in the wholesale price of natural gas, following a proposal from the Federal Ministry of Trade. The new price, effective from 1 October 2025, is set at 406.8 euros per 1,000 cubic meters, excluding VAT. The price adjustment applies to distribution
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At the 55th International Gas Conference in Hungary, Bulgartransgaz CEO Vladimir Malinov emphasized the continued importance of natural gas in southeastern Europe’s energy mix. He explained that as electricity demand continues to grow and stable generation capacity remains vital for energy security, natural gas continues to play a key role. Bulgaria experienced a 5% increase
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HUDEX has announced that it will cease all electricity and natural gas trading after concluding that market liquidity remains insufficient to support sustainable long-term operations. Despite extensive efforts and detailed assessments conducted in recent years, trading volumes failed to reach the levels required to meet regulatory standards. As a result, the company’s board has approved
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The Federal Ministry of Energy, Mining and Industry has received a request from natural gas importer Energoinvest to lower gas prices for tariff customers by 1.63 percent in the fourth quarter of 2025. The proposal would reduce the price from 413.6 euros per 1,000 standard cubic meters to 406.8 euros per 1,000 standard cubic meters,
Representatives of Turkish energy company BGN met with Bulgarian officials to discuss opportunities for expanding energy cooperation and strengthening Bulgaria’s position as a key gas transit hub in the region. During the talks, Bulgaria emphasized its goal of fully utilizing its gas transport infrastructure to serve both the European Union and the wider Balkan market.
