Gazprom reported a 2.5 percent rise in its September gas production, reaching 48 billion cubic meters. The uptick followed stronger exports to China and the restoration of capacity at the Sakhalin-1 project, helping to offset earlier declines and stabilize quarterly output in the latter part of the year.
Earlier this year, the company trimmed production by about a quarter in the first half, decreasing from 238 billion cubic meters in the same period of the previous year to 179 billion cubic meters. Nevertheless, production momentum gradually returned, with increases of roughly 2.7 percent in August and 2.5 percent in September. Across the first three quarters, the cumulative production stood at around 474 billion cubic meters, showing a meaningful recovery from the mid-year dip while still reflecting the volatility typical of the sector.
Industry analysts linked the rebound to the gradual stabilization and expansion of demand in major consuming markets, alongside Gazprom’s ongoing efforts to optimize its portfolio and logistics. The improving outlook for gas demand in Asia, particularly in China, is viewed as a key factor supporting higher output and sustained export flows through traditional routes as well as expanding capacity where feasible.
In related developments, discussions between Chinese and Russian energy stakeholders have intensified over accelerating gas deliveries to the Far East. Representatives from the Chinese national energy company noted progress toward potentially increasing supplies under long-term agreements. A contract already in place envisages annual deliveries of substantial volumes to China for an extended period, with schemes under consideration to deepen the supply relationship and reduce transit time to key markets.
Earlier statements from industry officials and energy ministers emphasized that stabilizing European gas prices remains a priority, with discussions continuing on how regional demand, supply flexibility, and pricing mechanisms influence broader market dynamics. The overall trend points to a more interconnected Eurasian gas market, where long-term contracts, regional infrastructure projects, and coordinated production planning play pivotal roles in shaping price trajectories and supply security for both producers and consumers.