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Ulviyya Shahin
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Azerbaijan has made significant strides in reducing gas losses
in its main pipelines, highlighting ongoing improvements in the
country's energy infrastructure. During the first quarter of this
year, Azerbaijan lost 14.8 million cubic meters of gas in its main
pipelines, an 8.6% decrease compared to the same period last year,
according to the State Statistics Committee.
This reduction in gas losses is noteworthy given that during the
same period last year, losses amounted to 16.2 million cubic
meters. The decrease suggests that measures to enhance the
efficiency and integrity of the gas transportation network are
bearing fruit.
The positive trend extends beyond reduced losses. In
January-March of this year, Azerbaijan transported 11,133.6 million
cubic meters of gas, marking a 1.2% increase compared to the same
period last year. A significant portion of this gas, 50.1%, was
transported via the Baku-Tbilisi-Erzurum South Caucasus pipeline,
through which 5,582.1 million cubic meters of gas were transferred,
representing a 1.28% increase from the previous year.
Last year, the total volume of gas lost in Azerbaijan's
pipelines was 59.8 million cubic meters, an 18.2% increase from the
previous year. Despite these losses, Azerbaijan managed to
transport 39,283.3 million cubic meters of gas in 2023, a slight
0.1% increase from the previous year. Notably, the
Baku-Tbilisi-Erzurum South Caucasus pipeline played a critical
role, handling 21,800.1 million cubic meters of gas, which was a
4.8% increase compared to 2022.
The reduction in pipeline losses and the steady increase in gas
transportation volumes reflect Azerbaijan's commitment to enhancing
its energy infrastructure. These improvements are crucial for
maximizing the efficiency of gas transportation and ensuring the
reliability of supply to both domestic and international markets.
The increased efficiency not only supports economic growth by
minimizing waste but also strengthens Azerbaijan's position as a
key player in the regional energy sector.
Moreover, the performance of the Baku-Tbilisi-Erzurum South
Caucasus pipeline underscores its significance in Azerbaijan's gas
transportation network. The pipeline's ability to handle increased
volumes of gas efficiently positions it as a vital conduit for
energy exports, reinforcing Azerbaijan's role in the energy supply
chain to Europe and other regions.
Azerbaijan's efforts to reduce gas pipeline losses and increase
transportation efficiency are yielding positive results. These
developments are essential for the country's economic stability and
growth, providing a robust foundation for future advancements in
the energy sector.
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