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Gas Supply in Croatia Remains Stable Despite Disruption in Russian Gas Transit

Written by  Jan 03, 2025

Gas supply in Croatia continues without disruptions, the Ministry of Economy reported on Thursday following the suspension of Russian gas transit through Ukraine. The country secures its gas needs from three primary sources: the LNG terminal, domestic production, and the underground storage facility at PSP Okoli, which is currently at 60% capacity, reports HINA. 

“Thanks to the strategic role of the LNG terminal on Krk, the Republic of Croatia has not been dependent on Russian gas since the terminal began operations. Gas is supplied from the LNG terminal, domestic production, and PSP Okoli, meeting all national energy requirements and providing significant support to neighboring countries,” the Ministry stated.

The Croatian LNG terminal has played a crucial role in ensuring gas supply security for Southeast Europe. Replacement routes and sufficient storage capacities have been secured for EU member states most dependent on the gas transit route through Ukraine.

Croatia’s annual domestic gas consumption has steadily declined, from 3.04 billion cubic meters in 2020 to 2.59 billion cubic meters in 2023. The LNG terminal alone can supply 2.9 billion cubic meters annually, exceeding total national consumption and guaranteeing supply security.

Since its launch, the LNG terminal has delivered gas to the Croatian system from 108 LNG ships, primarily from the U.S., but also from Trinidad and Tobago, Algeria, and Egypt, importing a total of 15.062 billion cubic meters, with some volumes exported to neighboring countries.

The Croatian government has designated the “Accompanying Infrastructure for the Strategic Investment Project LNG Terminal” as a strategic project. Valued at €534 million (excluding VAT), it includes critical pipelines such as Omišalj-Zlobin and an interconnection with Slovenia. With expanded LNG terminal capacity and new pipelines, Croatia aims to position itself as an energy hub for the EU, ensuring independence and secure gas supply.

 

The Voice of Dubrovnik

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