Nord Stream 2 is the second natural gas pipeline running under the Baltic Sea from western Russia to northeastern Germany. Nord Stream 2 cost €9.5 billion ($10.6 billion) to build and, at 1,230 kilometers long (764 miles), is the longest subsea pipeline in the world.1 day ago
Where is the Nord Stream pipeline?
The story so far: The Nord Stream pipeline is back in the news following the renewed tensions between the West and Russia over Ukraine. Owned by the Russian energy giant, Gazprom, Nord Stream the longest subsea pipeline, is an export gas pipeline which runs under the Baltic Sea carrying gas from Russia to Europe.2 days ago
Who pays for Nord Stream 2?
For Nord Stream 2, the loan from Uniper, Wintershall Dea, OMV, Engie, and Royal Dutch Shell covers 50% of the project costs of €9.5 billion. The rest is being financed by Gazprom.
How far along is Nord Stream 2?
Nord Stream 2 has two parallel lines, both with capacity of 27.5 billion m3 (970 billion cu ft) of natural gas per year.
Who owns Nord Stream 2 pipeline?
Gazprom
Where does Nord Stream 2 start and end?
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Where was the Nord Stream built?
Baltic Sea
What is the route of Nord Stream 2?
Nord Stream 2 passes through the waters of five Baltic Sea nations: Russia, Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Germany. Because each country has its own unique set of conditions, thorough preparation was key.
When did construction start on Nord Stream 2?
Construction of Nord Stream 2 in Germany began in 2016 with the production of the steel pipes and continued with the digging of a trench on the seabed in May 2018. In July 2018, the first steel pipes were installed at Germany's landfall in Lubmin.
Has Nord Stream 2 been built?
The laying of Nord Stream 2 was carried out in 2018–2021. The first line of Nord Stream 2 was completed in June 2021, and the second line was completed in September 2021.