Russia increased its liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports by 8% in the first half of 2026, adding 2 billion cubic meters to its shipments, according to the International Energy Agency's latest Gas Market Report.
The data, cited by TASS, underscores the resilience of Russian gas flows to European markets despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and policy efforts to reduce dependency.
Previous Handelsavisen analysis noted that total Russian gas deliveries to the EU climbed 17% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, reaching approximately 13.
The export growth helps maintain Russia's status as the second-largest supplier of LNG to Europe.
This development adds nuance to the broader energy landscape, where pipeline gas flows have also remained significant.
Previous Handelsavisen analysis noted that total Russian gas deliveries to the EU climbed 17% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, reaching approximately 13.4 billion cubic meters for LNG alone.
When combined with pipeline supplies, Russia provided roughly 22.1 billion cubic meters to the bloc, securing its position as the third-largest overall source behind Norway and the United States.