The cut aims to accelerate domestic gas injection, targeting 14.6 billion cubic meters stored before the 2026–2027 heating season.
Ukraine’s state energy regulator reduced natural gas storage fees by 11% to incentivize faster domestic buildup ahead of winter. The move includes an option for further discounts if long-term capacity bookings of at least one year are secured.
The country aims to store 14.6 billion cubic meters of gas, equivalent to 34% of its total underground storage capacity, before the 2026–2027 heating season. Ukraine holds Europe’s largest gas storage infrastructure, positioning it as a key regional player.
The tariff adjustment is designed to attract domestic and international users by lowering costs, potentially easing supply concerns for the upcoming winter period.