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Episode 442: Poland Bets on LNG and Tariff Reform to Strengthen CEE Gas Hub Status

Poland’s gas transmission operator, Gas System, is positioning the country as a central hub for Central and Eastern European (CEE) gas supplies by expanding LNG import capacity, unifying tariffs, and strengthening cross‑border corridors such as the Baltic Sea and Amber Baltic routes. The new FSRU terminal in Gdańsk, slated for commercial operation in 2028 with a second unit by 2030, is opening an open season for long‑term capacity bookings, while plans to merge the former Yamal pipeline into the national grid will create a single tariff area by 2027. The operator is also pursuing firm, long‑term capacity for Ukraine and other neighbours, backed by investment programs and upcoming auctions. Guests Agnieszka Oskar and Stanislav Projekovsky provide insight into these infrastructure upgrades, tariff reforms, and market‑driven strategies that aim to make Poland both physically and commercially attractive for regional shippers.