Uniper and Vermilion have renewed their strategic partnership for the supply of natural gas to the supply of natural gas in Germany in Germany, consolidating an agreement that will allow the German energy company to purchase all of Vermilion Energy Germany‘s domestic production. The contract will run for two years, covering both low and high calorific gas extracted from onshore operations in Lower Saxony.
Domestic natural gas production as an energy guarantee
With this alliance, Uniper strengthens the diversification of its gas portfolio by integrating domestic resources in an uncertain energy context. The estimated production volume will reach 2.4 billion kWh in 2025. This approach aligns with Germany’s strategy of reducing import dependency, reducing exposure to geopolitical tensions and favoring greater market stability.
Supply from German fields has environmental advantages by reducing the carbon footprint compared to imported natural gas. Vermilion maintains high standards of safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility. In addition, its operations generate local investment through economic and social initiatives driven by its Community Investment Program.
For Uniper, the agreement represents a pillar in its mission to provide reliable, sustainable and affordable energy to municipalities, industries and households. This collaboration strengthens its position as one of the largest gas storage operators in the country and as a strategic player in the transition to less carbon-intensive energy sources.
According to Carsten Poppinga, commercial director of Uniper SE, having natural gas produced on German territory sends a clear message to the market: the commitment to energy security and the resilience of the energy system remains firm. For his part, Jefferey Lawrance Davies, director of Vermilion Energy in Germany, stresses that as long as natural gas continues to be part of the energy matrix, local production should be prioritized for its environmental and strategic benefits.
Since its entry into the German market in 2014, Vermilion has become one of the most active producers in the country, particularly in Lower Saxony. With this contract renewal, both Uniper and Vermilion aim to consolidate a more autonomous, sustainable and resilient energy model in the face of the challenges of the global energy environment.
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