Plinacro and FGSZ add capacity on Donji Miholjac–Drávaszerdahely
Croatian transmission system operator Plinacro and Hungary’s FGSZ have signed an agreement covering additional capacity at the Donji Miholjac–Drávaszerdahely interconnection in the Croatia-to-Hungary direction. The added capacity is scheduled to become available after Plinacro completes the Bosiljevo–Sisak and Sisak–Kozarac pipeline projects. Both projects are planned for completion by the end of 2026.
Krk terminal route extended through completed pipelines
The new sections are intended to complement the already completed Omišalj–Zlobin and Zlobin–Bosiljevo pipelines. Together, they are designed to create a more continuous transmission route from the Krk LNG terminal into Croatia’s inland network and onward toward Hungary. The investment is expected to enable LNG landed on the Adriatic coast to reach a larger Central European market.
Implications for Hungary’s sourcing and Croatia’s infrastructure use
For Hungary, the additional route is described as providing greater supply flexibility and an alternative to Russian pipeline gas. For Croatia, it is linked to strengthening the commercial position of Krk and supporting higher utilisation of infrastructure developed partly as a regional asset rather than solely for domestic consumption. The agreement also targets improved access for Hungary to global LNG cargoes without relying entirely on Austrian or Slovak entry points.
Capacity depends on shippers’ terms and corridor flexibility
The practical value of the arrangement is stated to depend on the capacity ultimately offered to shippers, tariff competitiveness, and LNG availability at Krk. Beyond Croatia and Hungary, additional northbound capacity could support supplies to Slovakia and other connected markets. It would also provide traders with flexibility during periods of pipeline disruption or seasonal demand pressure.
Croatia moves toward a transit role for Adriatic LNG
Croatia is described as gradually moving from a small national gas market toward a transit position connecting the Adriatic LNG system with Central Europe. This shift is tied to the development of cross-border transmission links that connect Krk with inland networks and onward destinations. The corridor’s role is therefore presented as extending beyond bilateral flows between Croatia and Hungary.
