Following negotiations with representatives of the Croatian oil pipeline operator JANAF, Hungarian energy group MOL reported that the meeting was constructive and focused on ensuring reliable crude oil transport to its refineries in Hungary and Slovakia.
MOL requested that JANAF conduct capacity tests to confirm its ability to deliver sufficient volumes of crude oil consistently throughout the year. The company stated it would fully support the testing process in Croatia and welcomed the participation of independent experts. MOL also emphasized that it remains ultimately responsible for the operation of its refineries and for maintaining a stable energy supply in the region.
In addition to the technical validation request, MOL proposed that JANAF examine international examples of ownership structures from Western Europe, where oil consumers also hold shares in pipeline operators. According to MOL, such models promote transparent pricing and ensure reliable service.
The Hungarian company reiterated its commitment to predictable, market-based business relations and to supporting transparent and competitive price formation. MOL added that regional energy security depends on the existence of at least two high-capacity and cost-efficient oil pipelines, which would guarantee supply stability even in the event of system disruptions.
The meeting in Zagreb on Wednesday marked a continuation of discussions regarding the crude oil supply contract between JANAF and MOL. Following the talks, JANAF’s CEO Stjepan Adanić commented that the discussions have taken on a calmer and more pragmatic tone, enabling a more rational dialogue about future cooperation.
