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German gas storage may hit zero by Feb 2027; LNG imports seen as backstop

German gas storage facilities could be fully depleted by February 2027, according to a report. The shortfall could be offset by procuring additional LNG from global markets via new terminals, but this depends on infrastructure readiness and market conditions. The development signals potential supply stress in Europe's largest economy.

Poslovni Dnevnik3 days agoDECredibility 23%View source

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#gas storage #lng #energy security #germany #supply risk

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developingEnergy21h ago

Germany Faces Elevated Gas Shortage Risk Amid Low Reserves and Rising Prices

Germany's gas reserves are at historically low levels, increasing the risk of shortages heading into winter, a situation exacerbated by rising European gas prices and Middle East instability. While LNG imports are identified as a potential backstop, their readiness and market conditions remain uncertain. The confluence of factors indicates a potential energy supply crunch for Germany.

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activePoliticsGeopolitics8h ago