Ukraine and Germany have discussed the possibility of LNG supplies to Ukraine via German infrastructure, as well as the participation of European companies in the use of Ukrainian gas storage facilities, the Ukrainian Energy Ministry said, quoted by Reuters. This comes against the backdrop of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Kiev, BTA reported.
The talks were held between the energy ministers of the two countries. The Ukrainian ministry did not provide details on the possible volumes, terms or companies that could participate in the supplies.
Ukraine has previously stated its intention to increase LNG imports and use different routes via European terminals. In February, the Ukrainian state company “Naftogaz“ secured its first delivery of American liquefied natural gas through a terminal in Germany. After its regasification, the fuel was to be transported via pipelines through Poland to Ukraine.
Kiev is also working to secure additional routes. In June, Ukraine and Lithuania agreed on long-term supplies of liquefied natural gas through the Klaipeda terminal. At that time, the Ukrainian side offered Lithuanian companies the use of its underground gas storage facilities.
The talks with Germany are taking place at a time when natural gas reserves in Europe remain lower than usual before the start of the winter season. By the end of September, German gas storage facilities were about 57 percent full. However, the German government has indicated that expanded import options via pipelines and LNG terminals reduce immediate supply risks.