[Frankfurt / London, 21st Reuters]–The operating company of the main gas pipeline “Nord Stream 1” connecting Russia and Europe announced that gas supply to Germany resumed on the 21st after 10 days of regular maintenance and inspection. .. Concerns over supply to Europe have eased.
The flow rate on the 21st is 40% of the transportation capacity, which is the same level that had already been reduced before the maintenance and inspection. This means that European countries, especially Germany, which rely on Russian fuels, are still struggling to secure enough gas for the winter months.
There was no extension of the inspection period, which was a concern in some areas. However, European countries are prepared for the possibility of further reductions in gas supply after the resumption.
The transportation capacity of Nord Stream 1 is 55 billion cubic meters per year. I have been in maintenance and inspection since the 11th.
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned on the 20th that Nord Stream 1 could be further reduced or stopped due to problems with related equipment. In response, the European Union (EU) has proposed to member states to reduce gas consumption by 15% until March next year.
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