What Issues Does Gazprom Face? Peskov Provides Details

Gazprom is in contact with Siemens regarding the repair of turbines after an oil leak was discovered in the Nord Stream's engine equipment, Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov informed reporters, as reported by RIA Novosti.

According to Gazprom, an oil leak was detected in the Trent 60 gas compressor unit (GPA No 24) at the Portovaya compressor station. Oil has been found on the equipment that constitutes part of the engine. The report of the oil leak was also signed by Siemens representatives. While comments have not yet been returned, the Nord Stream gas pipeline has been completely halted.

“As far as I understand, Gazprom is in direct contact with Siemens since Siemens has obligations under the current contracts for turbine maintenance; this is the primary issue. At the same time, Siemens, as a company, is now burdened with restrictions imposed by related sanctions,” he stated.