Press Releases
DESFA announces appointment of new CEO, Maria Sferruzza
5 Feb 2026Maria Sferruzza has been appointed CEO of DESFA, effective on the 8th of February 2026, following the expiration of Maria Rita Galli’s term. The appointment has been made in accordance with the shareholders’ agreement in force. Maria Sferruzza served as the Executive Director of International Engineering, Construction & Solutions at Snam, a role she has held since October 2021....
Significant interest in DESFA’s LNG auctions for the commitment of LNG unloading slots
3 Feb 2026DESFA has successfully concluded the annual auctions for the booking of LNG unloading slots and regasification capacity at the Revithoussa LNG Terminal for the 2026–2040 period, which were held between October 2025 and January 2026, recording particularly positive results. During the auctions, 413 unloading slots were offered, corresponding to a total...
DESFA inaugurated the Natural Gas Compression Station in Ampelia, Farsala
23 Jan 2026Today, DESFA inaugurated the Ampelia Farsala Natural Gas Compression Station, a project of strategic importance that further strengthens the National Natural Gas Transmission System and upgrades Greece’s role as a reliable energy hub in Southeastern and Central Europe. The inauguration ceremony was honored by the presence and welcoming remarks of the Minister of the Environment...
DESFA data on Natural Gas consumption in 2025
15 Jan 2026Total natural gas demand in Greece reached 78.75 TWh in 2025, marking a 14% increase compared to 2024. Domestic natural gas consumption amounted to 70.16 TWh, showing a 6% rise year-on-year. Sidirokastro remained the main natural gas entry point, covering approximately 44,6% of total imports, while Revithoussa accounted for 38%, importing 63.3% higher volumes compared to the...
DESFA and the National Technical University of Athens join forces to create the innovative Postgraduate Program “Energy Systems and Sustainability.”
22 Dec 2025Athens, December 22, DESFA and the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) signed a cooperation agreement on Tuesday, 16 December, for the establishment, organization and funding of the new Professional Interdisciplinary Postgraduate Program with the title “Energy Systems and Sustainability.” The agreement was signed by...
DESFA at ICM Forum 2025: Driving Greece’s Role as a Mediterranean CCS Hub with APOLLOCO₂
9 Dec 2025Athens, 9 December 2025 – DESFA participated in the Industrial Carbon Management (ICM) Forum 2025, Europe’s leading event on Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) technologies, which was co-hosted for the first time in Athens on 8 and 9 December, by the European Commission and the Hellenic Hydrocarbons and Energy Resources Management Company (HEREMA), under the auspices of the...
Gas TSOs from Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Republic of Moldova and Ukraine sign joint letter requesting regulatory approval for Route 2 and Route 3 capacity products
7 Nov 2025The joint letter was signed in the presence of U.S. Energy Secretary, Chris Wright and U.S. Interior Secretary, Doug Burgum, within the framework of the Partnership for Transatlantic Energy Cooperation (PTEC) The gas transmission system operators DESFA S.A. (Greece), Bulgartransgaz EAD (Bulgaria), Transgaz SA (Romania), Vestmoldtransgaz SRL...
DESFA, Senfluga and Gastrade strengthen civil protection and schools’ infrastructure in the Municipality of Alexandroupolis
5 Nov 2025Alexandroupolis, 5 November 2025 – DESFA, Senfluga and Gastrade have joined forces in a major Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative in the Municipality of Alexandroupolis, implementing a total donation of approximately €330,000 to enhance civil protection and upgrade schools and sports facilities, with the goal of improving...
DESFA inaugurated the Komotini Compressor Station – A Strategic Milestone for Greece and Regional Energy Security
4 Nov 2025Eastern Macedonia and Thrace become an energy crossroad for Southeast Europe with DESFA’s investments in the region set to exceed €0.5 billion Komotini, 4 November 2025 – Today, DESFA inaugurated the Komotini Compressor Station, a landmark project that strengthens Greece’s role as a strategic energy gateway while reinforcing the Vertical Gas Corridor. The...
DESFA Secures €169.3 Million EU Innovation Fund Grant for APOLLOCO₂, advancing Greece’s First Large-Scale CCS Midstream Infrastructure
3 Nov 2025Athens, 3 November 2025- DESFA proudly announces that the APOLLOCO₂ project has been awarded €169.3 million in funding under the EU’s 5th Innovation Fund Large-Scale Projects Call, marking a major milestone in the development of Greece’s first large-scale Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) midstream infrastructure, which is also one of the largest in Europe. The...
