Launch of works on Alexandroupolis LNG terminal in Greece

Works on Alexandroupolis LNG terminal, a significant project for the energy security of Southeastern Europe and the Balkans, were officially launched today in Alexandroupolis, Greece. The terminal is expected to be operational in December 2023.

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Present at a ceremony in Alexandroupolis were the prime minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Bulgaria’s prime minister, Kiril Petkov, Serbia’s president, Aleksandar Vučić, North Macedonia’s prime minister, Dimitar Kovačevski, representatives of the operating company, Gastrade, ministers and parliamentarians, as well as Charles Michel, President of the European Council.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said during the ceremony:

“Within the next 20 months, Greece will be able to import much more LNG with increased liquifaction capacity. Moscow’s blackmail makes this regional cooperation not only essential, but also urgent. Greece has provided for its own energy adequacy and is now willing to help neighboring nations with their own needs.”

Bulgarian Prime Minister Kiril Petkov said:

“We can face the Russian attack and pressure together. We are independent countries. Russia’s pressure will not achieve its goal and today’s event is proof of that. This is an energy project that will change Europe’s energy map. Together we can become an engine for Europe, this project is proof of our power and unity.”

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said:

“Interconnectivity in natural gas is very important. I wish to thank the EU because most of these projects have European financing, such as the new interconnection to North Macedonia. Despite the difficulties and challenges in energy, I am confident we can surpass them through a common effort between the nations of the region and find the solutions.”

North Macedonian Prime Minister Dimitar Kovačevski said:

“Preparations for North Macedonia’s interconnection to other gas infrastructure in the region will provide natural gas to its citizens and the national economy. Lignite’s decommissioning and its replacement with natural gas is our strategic goal, while the differentiation of supply sources is crucial and the Southern Corridor contributes to our independence from Russian gas. Through these projects we will acquire more sources of gas, such as from the US and from the Middle East, which means increased security and lower cost.”