Moldovagaz Maintains Debt Link to Gazprom Amid Shifts in Gas Use and U.S. Support
The Moldovan energy company Moldovagaz recently transferred a debt amounting to 20.49 million dollars to Gazprom PJSC for the supply of natural gas in November, with the month’s total payments reaching 41.9 million dollars. This move shows Moldovagaz continuing to honor its financial commitments to the main gas supplier even as the country faces evolving energy needs and market conditions. The information was provided by Vedim Cheban, identified as the company head, via the Telegram channel in a public update to stakeholders and observers watching Moldova’s energy sector closely.
Cheban stated that Moldovagaz completed the transfer of the specified 20.49 million dollar debt to Gazprom, signaling that the company has fulfilled its obligations regarding advances for forthcoming gas volumes. In his communication, this debt settlement was framed as part of the broader arrangement for maintaining a steady relationship with Gazprom while ensuring that supplies for the upcoming period remain uninterrupted. The message underscores how financial choreography between Moldova and its gas supplier supports ongoing access to natural gas despite shifting commercial dynamics.
According to the same update, the November payment total rose due to changes in the gas consumption structure on the right bank of the Dniester. As consumption patterns shifted, the total volume of natural gas used within the republic nearly doubled, moving from about 52.11 million cubic meters to 102 million cubic meters. This surge reflects how end users and industrial customers in Moldova are adjusting to evolving energy needs and pricing signals. Despite the higher consumption volume, Moldovagaz reported that the organization managed to settle the debt with Gazprom in a timely manner, signaling resilience in payment discipline amid changing demand conditions.
On the political and financial front, the Moldovan Parliament approved a grant from the United States aimed at reducing dependence on Russia. Officials are set to receive additional financial support of 19.5 million dollars from Washington to help bolster energy security. When combined with previously approved assistance, Moldova stands to receive a total of 172.7 million dollars from the United States to support its energy infrastructure, diversification efforts, and reliability initiatives. This funding is framed as part of broader efforts to strengthen Moldova’s energy sovereignty and reduce exposure to external supply risks while the country pursues modernization and resilience across its energy system.