CroatiaThe importance of the LNG terminal on the island of Krk has been highlighted amid the crisis in the Hormuz Strait, which has disrupted global LNG supply. Director of the Krk LNG terminal, Ivan Fugaš, stated that there are no expected problems with gas supply this year and that the terminal is operating smoothly. He mentioned that Europe was less affected by the crisis because it previously sourced only around 10–12% of its LNG from Qatar, while Croatia’s terminal did not feel significant impacts. The terminal currently adheres strictly to its annual schedule for ship arrivals and has fulfilled all commitments. Plans are underway to expand the terminal’s capacity in Omišalj, which will allow an additional 1 billion cubic meters of natural gas to enter the market annually by mid-2025. This expansion includes infrastructure work by Plinacro, which is constructing approximately 250 kilometers of pipelines. The terminal aims to provide up to 4.5 BCM of gas per year, reserving some capacity for emergency situations and efficient operations.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a balanced overview of the current state of the LNG terminal, including quotes from the director and details about planned expansions. It does not show clear favoritism toward any political side but focuses on operational updates and technical logistics related to energy supply.
