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Minister announces expanded gas storage and new supplies from Azerbaijan

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Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Đedović Handanović announced that gas storages in Serbia and Hungary are well-stocked and that additional supplies from Azerbaijan have been secured.

During a visit to the headquarters of “Srbijagas,” Minister Đedović Handanović confirmed that by November, Banatski Dvor will hold 750 million cubic meters of gas and Hungary will have 163 million cubic meters. “We have arranged for extra quantities from Azerbaijan, which will be withdrawn as needed, and we will finalize the agreement shortly,” she stated, according to the Ministry of Mining and Energy’s announcement.

The minister also visited Novi Sad, where she discussed the expansion of the Banatski Dvor underground gas storage facility with Dušan Bajatović, director of “Srbijagas,” and Aleksej Aleksejev, director of “Gastrans.” The discussions focused on the facility’s expansion and preparations for the upcoming heating season.

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Đedović Handanović emphasized the strategic importance of having gas storage facilities within Serbia. “By the end of 2026, we anticipate having a storage capacity of 1.5 billion cubic meters at Banatski Dvor, which will significantly enhance our energy security and stability for the next 25 years,” she said.

Regarding the expansion project, Dušan Bajatović highlighted that it is progressing as planned. The necessary equipment has been ordered, and the construction permit has been obtained. The expansion aims to meet safety, technical, and gas production objectives.

The Ministry of Mining and Energy’s press release also noted the attendance of Sergej Tregub, director of PSG Banatski Dvor; Dragiša Martinović, financial director of “Gastrans”; Saša Ilić, commercial director of PSG Banatski Dvor; and Jovica Budimir, executive director for investments at “Srbijagas.”

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