Recent data show that Slovakia’s gas storage remains highly filled, with more than seven in ten storage sites reporting full or near-full capacities. The Slovak Gas and Oil Association, via its managing director Richard Kwasnowski, notes this trend as a key indicator of the country’s winter readiness and supply security. The update underscores how storage levels influence national energy resilience, particularly as the winter months approach and demand patterns shift. (Source: TASR)
Compared with the previous year, total gas in storage sits roughly nine percentage points lower, highlighting evolving dynamics in supply contracts, consumption, and procurement strategies. This drop signals changing imports and the need for careful management of storage levels to avoid shortages during peak usage periods. (Source: TASR)
As of March 6, storage facilities in Slovakia stood at 70.47 percent of capacity. This figure represents more than half of the country’s estimated annual gas consumption, illustrating how a substantial portion of yearly needs can be buffered by the current storage stock. The statistic reinforces the role of strategic reserves in maintaining energy security across the country. (Source: TASR)
Kwasnowski emphasized the importance of continuing gas imports via Ukraine in the near term, noting that such transit supports filling storage facilities and stabilizes supply during transitional periods. Maintaining corridor flows helps Slovakia preserve a buffer against unexpected disruptions and supports regional energy coordination. (Source: TASR)
The data also show that roughly 40 million cubic meters of Russian gas transit Slovakia each day, with a significant share routed onward to Austria and Italy. This transit pattern highlights Slovakia’s position as a key transit country in central Europe, linking supply sources to consuming markets and underscoring how regional interconnections affect energy security. (Source: TASR)
In a broader European context, underground gas storage facilities across the continent reached a mid-February record for the period, achieving about 67.9 percent capacity. This milestone reflects concerted storage efforts, market responses to price signals, and the ongoing aim of ensuring steady supply through the winter season. (Source: TASR)
Earlier reporting noted that sanctions have contributed to a decline in Russia’s revenues from oil and natural gas, impacting the broader energy market and price dynamics. The evolving financial picture for Russian energy exports continues to influence European procurement strategies and long-term energy planning. (Source: TASR)