17 Oct 2026
Slovakia Eyes Romanian Offshore Gas to Cut Reliance on Russian Energy
Slovakia
has expressed interest in importing natural gas from Romania’s offshore Neptun Deep project in the Black Sea, as part of
its efforts to reduce dependence on Russian energy resources. Slovak Prime
Minister Robert Fico stated that
Bratislava is ready to consider gas imports once Romania
begins exporting part of its production.
According to him, Slovakia already has the necessary
infrastructure to receive gas and is interested in long-term cooperation on a
commercial basis. This move is seen as part of a broader strategy to diversify
supply sources and strengthen energy security amid the European Union’s gradual
phase-out of Russian gas.
The Neptun Deep project is considered one of the largest
natural gas developments in the European Union. It is being developed by OMV Petrom and Romgaz,
with total reserves estimated at around 100 billion cubic meters of gas.
Production is expected to begin in 2027, potentially allowing Romania not only
to meet domestic demand but also to become a gas exporter.
Other European countries have also shown interest in the
project as they seek alternatives to Russian supplies. At the same time,
Romanian authorities emphasize that meeting domestic demand remains a priority,
especially given ongoing global uncertainty and rising energy demand.
Overall, the development of Neptun Deep could significantly reshape the regional energy landscape, strengthening Romania’s role as a potential gas exporter and offering Central European countries new opportunities for secure and diversified energy supplies.
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