Greece Natural Gas Exports Surge 660%
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Greece sees Surge in Natural Gas Demand, Driven by Exports
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Record export volumes and increased domestic consumption are reshaping Greece’s natural gas market, with notable implications for energy security and infrastructure.
Key Demand Figures: January-September 2025
Greece’s natural gas demand rose sharply in the first nine months of 2025, reaching 56.36 terawatt hours (twh). This represents a ample 16.66% increase compared to the 48.36 TWh recorded during the same period in 2024, according to data released by DESFA, the Greek gas operator.
The primary driver of this growth is a dramatic surge in natural gas exports,which jumped from 0.66 twh in the first nine months of 2024 to 5.06 TWh in 2025 – an increase of over 660%. Domestic consumption also experienced growth, rising 7.66% to 51.30 TWh,up from 47.65 TWh in the previous year.
Consumption Breakdown: Who’s Using the Gas?
Electricity producers remain the largest consumers of natural gas in Greece, accounting for 71% of total consumption, or 36.45 TWh. Gas flows through distribution networks increased by 18.05% to 9.42 TWh, representing 18% of domestic demand.However, consumption by industrial users and CNG stations decreased by 16.97% to 5.43 TWh, now representing 11% of domestic consumption.
| Consumer category | TWh (Jan-Sept 2025) | % of Total Consumption | Change from 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricity Producers | 36.45 | 71% | +11.2% |
| Distribution Networks | 9.42 | 18% | +18.05% |
| Industrial/CNG | 5.43 | 11% | -16.97% |
| Total Domestic | 51.30 | 100% | +7.66% |
The Rise of LNG and Import Infrastructure
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is playing an increasingly important role in meeting Greece’s growing demand and facilitating exports. LNG accounted for over 40% of total export shipments in the first nine months of 2025, a significant increase from roughly 26% during the same period in 2024.
the Agia Triada terminal (Revitousa) remains a crucial entry point for LNG imports, handling 39% of the total gas imports despite a temporary suspension of operations between May 22 and June 11 for scheduled maintenance. The terminal received 36 LNG tankers,more than double the 17 tankers it handled in the first nine months of 2024. The Amphitrite terminal (FSRU Alexandroupolis) is also gaining prominence as a key import facility.
Implications for Regional Energy Security
Greece’s growing role as a natural gas exporter positions it as a key player in regional energy security, particularly for Southeast Europe. The increased LNG import capacity, coupled with pipeline connections to neighboring countries, allows Greece to diversify supply routes and potentially reduce reliance on conventional energy sources.