Bulgartransgaz receives EU funding for hydrogen infrastructure project
By Global Infrastructure Sherpa · Jan 29, 2026
Hydrogen Infrastructure in Bulgaria
Project
The European Commission approved EUR 4.56 million in funding for Bulgartransgaz EAD’s Hydrogen Infrastructure in Bulgaria project, which involves the construction of a roughly 250 km hydrogen pipeline connecting Sofia with the Bulgarian–Greek border near Kulata, along with two new compressor stations and supporting facilities.
Deal Analysis
The European Commission has approved EUR 4.56 million in funding for Bulgartransgaz EAD's Hydrogen Infrastructure in Bulgaria project. This project entails the construction of a 250 km hydrogen pipeline connecting Sofia to the Bulgarian-Greek border near Kulata, along with two new compressor stations and supporting facilities. Bulgartransgaz, the Bulgarian natural gas transmission operator, will develop, operate, and maintain the infrastructure. This financing represents a significant step towards developing hydrogen infrastructure in Bulgaria and fostering cross-border energy connectivity within the European Union.
- EUR 4.56 million in funding from the European Commission.
- Development of a 250 km hydrogen pipeline in Bulgaria.
- Involvement of Bulgartransgaz, a key player in Bulgarian gas transmission.
- Supports the development of hydrogen infrastructure in the region.
Market Context: The hydrogen sector is experiencing rapid growth as countries seek to decarbonize their energy systems. Bulgaria, like other European nations, is investing in hydrogen infrastructure to meet its climate goals and enhance energy security. This project aligns with the EU's broader strategy to promote hydrogen as a key energy carrier.
Source Intelligence
KEY DETAILS
The project has been granted the status of a Project of Common Interest for the European Union, with the funds provided under the Connecting Europe Facility, the company said on Thursday. Quote: "The project has been granted the status of a Project of Common Interest for the European Union, with the funds provided under the Connecting Europe Facility, the company said on Thursday."
Under the current call for proposals, Bulgartransgaz’s project is the only hydrogen-related investment in Eastern Europe to have been approved. Quote: "Under the current call for proposals, Bulgartransgaz’s project is the only hydrogen-related investment in Eastern Europe to have been approved."
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Deal Size
The European Commission (EC) has approved funding of EUR 4.56 million, excluding VAT, for Bulgartransgaz EAD’s project Hydrogen Infrastructure in Bulgaria .
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Capacity
Bulgartransgaz’s project foresees the construction of a hydrogen pipeline roughly 250 km in length, connecting Sofia with the Bulgarian–Greek border near Kulata, along with two new compressor stations and supporting facilities.
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Location
connecting Sofia with the Bulgarian–Greek border near Kulata
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Announcement
Sofia, 29.01.2026 12:29 (BTA)
PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE
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Bulgartransgaz EAD
developer
"The European Commission (EC) has approved funding of EUR 4.56 million, excluding VAT, for Bulgartransgaz EAD’s project Hydrogen Infrastructure in Bulgaria ."
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European Commission
investor
"The European Commission (EC) has approved funding of EUR 4.56 million, excluding VAT, for Bulgartransgaz EAD’s project Hydrogen Infrastructure in Bulgaria ."
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Enriched Feb 19, 2026
Market Context
This deal is part of the Hydrogen sector in Bulgaria.
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