PGNiG in parallel talks for 660 million m3 of gas

Despite several unsuccessful tenders for spot supplies, Polish Oil and Gas (PGNiG) is not going to give up its gas purchasing plans. Unofficial sources report that the concern intended to buy 660 million of cubic meters of gas from Russia and discussed this issue with Gazexport and Gazprom. "This gas is more expensive than the Ukrainian supplies by around $15 per 1,000 cubic meters" an undisclosed source quoted by Puls Biznesu said. At the same time, rumors are circulating that PGNiG is continuing its talks with Ukraine-based gas supplier NAK. (Puls Biznesu, p. 10) A.Z.