DPA: Nord Stream turbine still in Germany

German company turbine Siemens Energy, which is necessary for the operation of Nord Stream, is still located in the city of Mülheim an der Ruhr ready for operation, informs DPA agency with reference to a company representative. If all issues are agreed upon, the device is planned to be transported by road, the source said.

In mid-June, Gazprom reduced supplies via Nord Stream to 40% because Siemens did not return the turbine in time after repairs in Canada. As a result of negotiations with Germany, Canada decided to transfer the turbine to Russia and sent it to Germany. Siemens also handed over to Gazprom an export license from Canada for the export of equipment. Since July 22, Gazprom has reduced supplies through the pipeline by another 20%, because another of the turbines needs to be repaired.

Deputy head of Gazprom Vitaly Markelov accused Siemens in failure to fulfill its obligations to repair faulty engines for Nord Stream. According to him, several engines are idle at the compressor station due to emergency failures, because Siemens does not repair them. Besides, “Gazprom» has not received from Siemens a complete package of documents that allow the transportation and repair of engines for the gas pipeline.

In early August, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz declaredthat sees no obstacles to sending the turbine Siemens in Russia. He personally inspected the equipment at the Siemens Energy plant in Mülheim an der Ruhr and noted its readiness for operation. On August 9, Siemens Energy announced plans to finally leave the Russian market by the end of September. The company has been operating in Russia since 1852. Siemens is convinced that the restructuring of Russian assets will take place without significant financial consequences.

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