European Union gas storage facilities have received more than 32 billion cubic meters of natural gas since the injection season began in April, according to data cited by TASS.
Despite the volume, the bloc has filled only 47% of the capacity needed to meet winter demand, leaving a significant shortfall as the critical filling window narrows.
This deficit stems from a 19% year-on-year decline in gas injections during the first half of the season, according to Handelsavisen’s earlier reporting.
The slow pace of injections has kept European gas storage levels historically low.
Underground storage facilities ended June with stocks at just 49.09%, the lowest level for the period in five years.
This deficit stems from a 19% year-on-year decline in gas injections during the first half of the season, according to Handelsavisen’s earlier reporting.
The supply gap is tightening the window for traders and utilities to secure adequate supplies before winter.