Construction timetable for the Serbia–North Macedonia pipeline
Serbia is aiming to start construction of its gas interconnector with North Macedonia, targeting completion in the first quarter of 2028. The project is intended to provide another supply route toward Greek gas infrastructure. Initial works near Vranjska Banja will cover about five kilometres of the planned 145-kilometre pipeline.
By the end of October, enough pipe for roughly 15 kilometres is expected to be available. The schedule also depends on progress in preparatory activities along the route. Land acquisition is described as a material risk to timing.
Expropriation and land acquisition responsibilities
State-owned Srbijagas is responsible for resolving outstanding expropriation issues along the interconnector corridor. The company’s role in clearing land matters is highlighted as a key factor for maintaining construction momentum. Any delays in resolving property matters could affect overall delivery.
North Macedonia’s Greece connection and regional supply corridor
North Macedonia is advancing a separate connection with Greece, expected to be completed around mid-2027. If both links are delivered on schedule, they would form a northbound supply corridor connecting Serbia more closely with gas entering the region from the south. The practical impact on supply diversification depends on timely completion of both interconnectors.
The availability of competitive gas along the route is also cited as a determinant for how effectively the interconnector can broaden Serbia’s physical supply options. The infrastructure approach was discussed by Serbia, Greece, Bulgaria and North Macedonia at a ministerial meeting in Belgrade.
Regional electricity coordination alongside gas planning
At the same ministerial meeting, talks covered stronger electricity connections in addition to the gas infrastructure plans. This included the planned 400 kV Balkan electricity corridor. The discussions linked cross-border network development across both gas and power sectors.
