- Greece and the US are working on a joint plan to transport American LNG via Greek-owned ships.
- Greek fleet controls nearly a quarter of global LNG carrier capacity, making it a natural partner.
- Plan to be unveiled in coming months as energy ties between the two nations deepen.
Greek Maritime Affairs Minister Vasilis Kikilias announced that Greece and the United States are finalizing a joint plan for the transport of American LNG using Greek-owned vessels. The plan will be formally presented in the coming months as part of broader efforts to enhance cooperation in energy and shipping.
Speaking at the 15th Capital Link Conference in Athens, Kikilias highlighted the natural complementarity: the US as a leading LNG exporter, and Greece with its 5,700-vessel fleet—accounting for 20% of the global fleet and 24.5% of LNG carrier capacity. He emphasized that this collaboration can generate jobs, growth, and long-term partnerships in energy transportation.
High-Level US-Greek Engagements
The minister detailed a series of productive discussions held both in Athens and Washington. These included meetings with:
US Secretary of the Interior Doug Bergham, who oversees energy coordination,
US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy,
senior State Department officials, investment banks, senators, governors, and private sector representatives.
According to Kikilias, these talks showed a clear willingness to cooperate, with joint teams now working on a practical and implementable framework for LNG transport.
Greece’s Role as an Energy Hub
Kikilias also stressed Greece’s potential as a gateway for LNG imports, including from the US, which are redistributed to Southeast Europe. This positioning not only bolsters regional energy security but also cements Greece’s importance in global energy logistics.“The relationship between Greece and the US is at a very high level and continues to be strengthened,” he said, noting that beyond LNG, new opportunities are emerging in shipyards, shipping, and broader energy cooperation.
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Source: eKathimerini
