Construction of the North Macedonia–Greece gas interconnector remains on schedule, with the cross-border pipeline expected to become operational in 2027. The project is coordinated by North Macedonia’s Ministry of Energy, state-owned gas transmission operator Nomagas, and Greek transmission system operator DESFA. The interconnector is intended to diversify North Macedonia’s gas-supply routes and reduce reliance on a single entry point and supplier.
Route, connections and commissioning timeline
Once commissioned, the interconnector will provide access to LNG arriving through the Alexandroupoli FSRU. It will also enable delivery of Azerbaijani gas delivered through the Trans Adriatic Pipeline. The pipeline is designed to connect the North Macedonian market more closely with Greek and wider European gas infrastructure.
The complete line will extend for approximately 123 kilometres, including 67 kilometres in North Macedonia and 56 kilometres in Greece. On the Greek side, it will connect with the DESFA transmission system at Nea Mesimvria, near Thessaloniki. The cross-border connection will be established at Evzoni-Gevgelija.
The North Macedonian section will continue to Negotino, where it will join the existing national transmission network. Construction of that section began in July 2025. The project’s schedule remains aligned with an operational start for the cross-border pipeline in 2027.
Capacity design and funding for the North Macedonian section
Initial capacity is planned at 1.5 billion cubic metres annually. The technical design allows this to increase to 3 billion cubic metres through installation of additional compressor capacity, subject to future demand. The capacity profile is intended to support supply options linked to LNG and pipeline gas sources.
The North Macedonian section is valued at around €60 million. It is supported by the European Investment Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the European Union, and the Government of North Macedonia.
The initial capacity is large relative to the size of the North Macedonian market, creating potential relevance beyond domestic consumption. Longer-term value will depend on downstream network development, industrial gas demand, and possible transit or regional supply arrangements.
