"Gazprom" prepares for the possibility of the introduction of sanctions by the EU

The company is trying to enlist the support of European customers before the possible the introduction of sanctions against Russia. The company offers them discounts on gas.

"Gazprom" is discussing the possibility of support in exchange for new concessions with European customers, two people close to "Gazprom" and one of the European companies told "the Vedomosti". The representatives of several European companies confirmed to "the Vedomosti" the fact of negotiations on the terms of contracts with "Gazprom", but refused to comment in detail. According to Bloomberg, the CEO of Eni ,Paolo Scaroni in an interview to Sole 24 Ore stated that by the end of April his company expects to conclude an agreement to modify the contract. A source close to the company clarifies that major changes need to retouch the "take or pay" rule. The E.On representative only stated that the partners are regularly reviewing the prices so that they are competitive.

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