Gas Distributors for Sustainability (GD4S) is pleased to announce the addition of Polska Spółka Gazownictwa (PSG) as a new member of the Association. Their membership was officially accepted following a unanimous vote by the GD4S Board Members, and brings a new phase of growth for the Association, which serves leading gas distribution system operators (DSOs) in France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Ireland, Romania, Greece and the United Kingdom.
Polska Spółka Gazownictwa sp. z o.o. is the largest operator of the gas distribution system in Poland. The company employs over 11,500 people, operates across the entire country, and distributes gas through a network of over 210,000 km of pipelines. With the addition of PSG, GD4S now represents 12 Distribution System Operators (DSOs) from 9 European countries, representing over 867,000 km of distribution networks and serving more than 54 million customers.
“We are truly pleased to welcome Polska Spółka Gazownictwa to GD4S. Their arrival strengthens our community of committed DSOs working together for a more sustainable and resilient energy future. We look forward to learning from each other, sharing best practices, and building strong synergies – with PSG’s experience and perspective adding real value to our collective journey,” said Laurence Poirier-Dietz.
“Polska SpółkaGazownictwa’s accession to GD4S marks an important step towards active participation in shaping the future of the European gas distribution sector during the energy transition. Given the scale of our operations, we can strengthen GD4S’s impact and position by contributing a unique Polish perspective and sharing our experience from the specific characteristics of the domestic gas market.” says Arkadiusz Kazana, Member of the Management Board of Polska Spółka Gazownictwa.
He continues “Collaboration with other key gas distribution system operators also opens up new opportunities for joint initiatives in support of a sustainable gas distribution sector. We believe that through shared experience and best practices, we can build a modern, safe, and future-ready distribution infrastructure that will play a vital role in Europe’s integrated and low-emission energy system of the future.”
About GD4S
Gas Distributors for Sustainability (GD4S) is an Association representing the leading natural and renewable gas distribution network operators in Europe. Its members (currently) operate across nine European countries, including France, Italy, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Ireland, Greece, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Collectively, they (currently) manage a network of 645,000 km of pipelines, supplying gas to 47 million customers.
GD4S is committed to promoting sustainable and efficient gas solutions, supporting the energy transition, and advocating for policies that facilitate the integration of renewable gases into the energy system. The Association’s collective expertise and resources ensures it is ready to address critical challenges and opportunities within the gas sector. In welcoming PSG, GD4S will increase its influence and impact, as it continues to support the EU in delivering its objectives of decarbonisation, affordability and energy security.