Resilience through diversification: securing Europe’s energy future

In the evolving global energy landscape, the need for resilient, reliable, and decarbonised energy systems has never been more urgent. As Europe continues its ambitious energy transition, recent geopolitical shifts, including the cessation of Russian gas deliveries via Ukraine, have underscored the strategic importance of LNG and the diversification of supply sources. At Uniper, our mission is clear: to deliver secure and affordable energy to our customers in Germany and Europe today while investing in the low-carbon infrastructure of tomorrow.

Natural gas as a strategic bridge

Natural gas remains indispensable for Europe’s energy mix, particularly during the transition to climate neutrality. It enables the phase-out of coal, supports industrial competitiveness, and stabilises the grid in the face of intermittent renewables. However, the gas market in 2025 is markedly different from years past. With reduced storage fill levels and shifting global demand dynamics, LNG now plays a pivotal role in ensuring supply security not just for Germany, but across the EU.

Uniper’s trading expertise and infrastructure portfolio allow us to manage this complexity. We were instrumental in the development of Germany’s first LNG terminal in Wilhelmshaven in 2022 which is key to gas supply diversification and preparation for hydrogen imports. By leveraging long-term contracts, market-based flexibility, and strategic storage, we help mitigate volatility and ensure energy availability even in uncertain times.

Diversifying supply and infrastructure

The foundation of energy resilience is diversification – of sources, routes, technologies, and partnerships. In 2025, the EU is expected to increase LNG imports by 20%, driven by declining pipeline supplies and robust demand. In response to this, Uniper is working to expand its LNG footprint through long-term partnerships with trusted suppliers across the globe, from the US and Australia to the Middle East and North Africa.

Our gas portfolio is more diversified than ever, both in terms of geography and contract structure. Recent agreements, such as our LNG deal with Australia’s Woodside, exemplify our commitment to long-term resilience. Meanwhile, our storage assets representing 25% of Germany’s total capacity continue to be a cornerstone of energy flexibility and security of supply.

Ammonia: unlocking the hydrogen economy

Looking ahead, the path to climate neutrality requires not only resilient gas systems but scalable hydrogen solutions. At Uniper, we see ammonia as the key enabler for large-scale hydrogen imports. It’s an efficient and mature hydrogen carrier, allowing us to bridge global production with European demand.

By leveraging our expertise in supply, trading and logistics, we are gearing up for the global distribution of green and blue ammonia. Establishing ourselves as a dependable partner in the market, we will be ready to meet the increasing demand for sustainable ammonia solutions in the years ahead.

Why Gastech matters

Gastech continues to be a key forum for shaping global energy dialogue. As a company at the heart of Europe’s energy transformation, Uniper is proud to participate again this year. We look forward to exchanging ideas, forging partnerships, and driving innovation with industry leaders from around the world.

Securing new, competitively priced mid- to long-term gas supplies remains essential for Europe’s economic resilience. With decades of experience, a broad customer portfolio, and a strong position across the gas and power value chain, Uniper is well positioned to help deliver those supplies.

The challenges are great but so are the opportunities. At Uniper, we’re not just adapting to change. We are helping shape the energy system of the future: diversified, secure, sustainable and last but not least – affordable.

“Gastech continues to be a key forum for shaping global energy dialogue. As a company at the heart of Europe’s energy transformation, Uniper is proud to participate again this year. We look forward to exchanging ideas, forging partnerships, and driving innovation with industry leaders from around the world.”