Greece and Northern Macedonia began to receive gas from Russia via pipeline " Turkish stream ", said the head of "Bulgartransgaz" Vladimir the crimson on radio BNR.

The first day of January of gas supplies was also initiated in Bulgaria. On inaccurate estimates, it will enable Sofia to reduce costs about 40 million euros.

As crimson said, the new point "Strandzha 2" on the borderline with Turkey.

according to his statement on the situation in the beginning of the year, power TRANS-Balkan pipeline, the replacement of which came from the "Turkish stream" is not involved. At the same time, drew the attention of the crimson, the Bulgarian authorities have the possibility, If necessary, also use the capacity of the pipeline.

The project involves construction of 2 pipelines. First ensure the supply of blue fuel to Turkey, the second in South and South-East Europe.

in November "Gazprom" has filled with fuel both lines. The official launch of the pipeline was planned for 8 January.



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