Skoltech Energy Transformation and ESG Project Center analyst Sergei Kapitonov expressed the opinion that a gas center in Turkey can be implemented as a virtual platform, but it is not yet worth establishing gas infrastructure there. His words are quoted RIA News.
“The simplest thing, conditionally, is the creation of some kind of virtual platform, like the Dutch TTF center in Europe. This is a certain pricing point on the border of Türkiye and Bulgaria. Turkey is releasing some spot gas there that is not provided by long-term contracts,” Kapitonov said.
The expert noted that the gas pipeline to Turkey is not currently 100% operational and that Russia can supply more gas through the existing infrastructure.
At the end of September, RIA Novosti agency reported, citing a source from the Turkish Presidential administration, reportedIt is stated that Turkish officials have recently seen a lot of misinformation about Moscow’s proposed natural gas distribution center project, aimed at discrediting the project.
The Russian and Turkish sides continue negotiations on the implementation of the project. All details are currently being worked out. The agency source explained that since the aim of the project is to ensure energy security and balanced pricing in the market, those involved in the project will not suffer any losses.
Previously Ankara expressed desire Strengthening relations with Moscow.