Bulgaria Pays BNP Paribas Loan of National Power Co
Bulgaria's National Electric Company (NEK) paid its debt of EUR 195 M to BNP Paribas on Tuesday, the maturity date, according to Mihail Andonov, CEO of the Bulgarian Energy Holding (BEH).
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Bulgaria's EconMin: Legislation Can Stabilize Energy Sector
The stabilization of the energy sector will not happen without legislative changes, according to caretaker Economy and Energy Minister, Asen Vasilev.
Bulgaria's GERB: Energy Watchdog Must Be Elected by Parliament
Center-right party GERB has proposed amendments to the Energy Act stipulating that the panel of the State Commission for Energy and Water Regulation (DKEVR) should be appointed by Parliament with a 2/3 majority and not by government.
Bulgaria's PM: Surplus Is Biggest Problem of Energy Sector
Bulgaria's caretaker Prime Minister, Marin Raykov, said Wednesday that the biggest problem in the country's energy sector was the surplus production of electricity.
Nabucco West Project Member-States Adopt Joint Declaration
The governments of Austria, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey adopted Tuesday a joint declaration stressing the potential of Nabucco to supply the energy markets of the Western Balkans and the Visegrad group countries (Poland, Slovakia, the Czech Repu
EC: Bulgaria Has Lowest Power Tariffs in EU
Bulgaria has the lowest electricity prices in the EU, yet gas prices are among the highest in the EU27, according to recent data of the European Commission.
National Regulators Confirm Extension of Nabucco Third-Party Exemption
The national regulatory bodies of Austria, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria have adopted a draft decision confirming the extension of the existing 50% exemption from EU legislation on third party access granted to Nabucco.
Bulgarians Rise against Romania Shale Gas 'Fracking' Permit
Bulgarians in the northeastern city of Dobrich are going to stage a new wave of protest rallies against the use of the hydraulic fracturing technology in neighboring Romania.
Bulgarian Minister to Inspect Legality of Capacity Restrictions on Renewable Energy Plants
Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Ekaterina Zaharieva has ordered an inspection whether the restrictions on the production of renewable energy imposed by the Electricity System Operator (ESO) are in line with Bulgarian and EU law.
Bulgarian-Turkish Working Groups to Speed Up Bilateral Energy Projects
Asen Vasilev, caretaker Minister of Economy, Energy and Tourism, and his Turkish counterpart Taner Yildiz have agreed on the creation of two working groups tasked with fast-tracking the main energy projects between the two countries.
State-Owned Bulgargaz Expects Gas Prices to Remain Unchanged in Q3, 2013
State-owned gas supplier Bulgargaz has suggested that gas prices in Q3, 2013 should remain unchanged from Q2, 2013.
Bulgaria's Energy Minister to Meet Turkish Counterpart in Istanbul
Bulgaria's caretaker Economy and Energy Minister Asen Vasilev and his Deputy Bozhan Stoyanov will pay a working visit to Turkey.
Romania Gives Green Light to Shale Gas Fracking near Bulgarian Border
Romania's Environment Protection Agency has issued permits to US energy giant Chevron to explore shale gas in two blocks near the Bulgarian border.
Bulgaria Completes Eco Permit Procedure for Nabucco Pipeline Section
The issuance of an environmental permit for the 424km Bulgarian section of the Nabucco gas pipeline has been completed.
Bulgarian Caretaker PM: Kozloduy NPP CEO Here to Stay
The CEO of Bulgaria's only operational nuclear power plant in Kozloduy, Valentin Nikolov, will not be fired, caretaker prime minister Milen Raykov confirmed on Tuesday.
Nabucco Announces Launch of Open Session Process
Nabucco Gas Pipeline International GmbH has announced the launch of the Open Season process for capacity booking in the Nabucco pipeline.
Bulgaria's Power Grid Hits Bottom Load during Easter Holidays
After experiencing problems for over a month due to low consumption, Bulgaria's power grid suffered a new blow during the Easter holidays.
Bulgarian PM Makes Mysterious U-Turn in NPP CEO Sacking
Bulgaria's Kozloduy NPP CEO Valentin Nikolov will not be released from duty, according to Bulgarian caretaker PM Marin Raykov.
Bulgaria Shuts Kozloduy NPP Reactor for Repairs
One of the two 1000 MW reactors of the only Bulgarian nuclear power plant "Kozloduy" has been switched off for repairs, the NPP announced.
Bulgarian Renewable Energy Producers Demand Resignation of Caretaker Minister
The Bulgarian Photovoltaic Association (BPVA) has called for the resignation of Asen Vasilev, caretaker Minister of Economy, Energy and Tourism, over discriminatory treatment of renewable energy producers.
Customs: Tax Warehouse of Lukoil Bulgaria Non-Compliant
A newly completed inspection of Customs Agency officials at the tax warehouse of fuel retailer Lukoil Bulgaria has indicated noncompliance with the legal requirements.
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