The terminal had been shut down since August 1 for scheduled maintenance on loading arms and seawater vaporizers, as part of a multi-year maintenance plan designed to maintain high reliability. In parallel, preparatory works were carried out offshore to increase the constant regasification capacity from 9 to 9.5 billion cubic meters per year.
Work to expand capacity is currently in progress at the Cavarzere (VE) metering station and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. The additional capacity, already allocated for the next 20 years, will be available from the first quarter of 2026, highlighting Adriatic LNG’s growing strategic role in supporting Italy and Europe’s energy security.
Alessandro Conta, Chief Operating Officer of Adriatic LNG, stated: “With the unloading of the first LNG carrier yesterday—the 1,182nd since the start of terminal’s operations—we can consider this long and intense maintenance period successfully concluded. It has been a great team achievement, involving more than 100 technicians and engineers from our company and contractors, always carried out with the highest attention to safety and in full respect of the scheduled timeline.”
The terminal, located approximately 15 kilometers off the coast of Porto Tolle (Rovigo), has been in operation since 2009. It is connected to Italy’s national gas distribution network through a pipeline, supplying gas across the country.
The maintenance period not only ensured the reliability of existing systems but also set the stage for future expansion, supporting Italy’s medium- and long-term energy needs. By increasing the terminal’s regasification capacity, Adriatic LNG will be better equipped to handle rising gas demand while maintaining operational efficiency and safety standards.
The upgrade and maintenance work underscore the importance of LNG infrastructure in enhancing energy security and ensuring continuity of supply. The terminal’s enhanced capacity, operational experience, and strategic location make it a key component of Italy’s national energy network and its role in regional energy supply.
With the planned completion of capacity expansion by early 2026, Adriatic LNG is expected to continue its contribution to stable and secure gas distribution, strengthening Italy’s preparedness for both routine consumption and periods of higher demand. The terminal’s operations remain a central element in the country’s efforts to maintain a reliable and flexible energy supply.
