Gas Transmission
The activity of gas transmission for the national market is governed by Law No. 02-01 of 22 Dhou El Kaada 1422, corresponding to February 5, 2002, relating to electricity and the distribution of gas by pipeline, along with its implementing texts.
The national gas transmission network is considered a natural monopoly.
Its management is entrusted to the Algerian Gas Transmission Network Management Company, referred to as GRTG Spa, acting as the sole network operator.
An authorization to operate the gas transmission network was granted to GRTG by the Ministry of Energy, following the opinion of the CREG, in accordance with the decree of April 2, 2007, regarding the authorization to operate the gas transmission network.
Remuneration
Gas Supply
The Electricity and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) establishes the indicative gas supply program for the national market, in accordance with Article 46 of Law n°02-01 of 22 Dhou El Kaada 1422, corresponding to February 5, 2002, related to electricity and the distribution of gas by pipelines, which stipulates:
The Commission establishes an indicative gas supply program for the national market in collaboration with the relevant institutions and after consultation with the operators. This program is developed based on tools and methodologies defined through regulatory means. The indicative program is submitted for approval to the minister responsible for Energy.
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| Programme indicatif Gaz 2025-2034 | 15.35 MB | 47 | DownloadPreview |
| Programme indicatif Gaz 2024-2033 | 1.48 MB | 57 | DownloadPreview |
| Programme indicatif Gaz 2023-2032 | 1.75 MB | 34 | DownloadPreview |
| Programme indicatif Gaz 2022-2031 | 1.57 MB | 41 | DownloadPreview |
| Programme indicatif Gaz 2021-2030 | 1.00 MB | 34 | DownloadPreview |
| Programme indicatif Gaz 2020-2029 | 1.44 MB | 42 | DownloadPreview |
| Programme indicatif Gaz 2019-2028 | 1.44 MB | 33 | DownloadPreview |
| Programme indicatif Gaz 2018-2027 | 1.11 MB | 37 | DownloadPreview |
Gas System
The management of the gas system for the national market is carried out by the gas transmission network operator. The operator ensures the coordination of gas flows and particularly focuses on maintaining a constant balance between consumption and delivery, as well as ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the gas supply.
The operator provides all network operators with the necessary information for the proper functioning of the gas transmission networks according to procedures defined by regulation.
The functions of the gas transmission network operator are:
The gas transmission system operator cannot engage in the purchase or sale of gas.
Associated Regulation
Law 02-01 of 22 Dhou El Kaada 1422 (corresponding to February 5, 2002) governs activities related to electricity and gas distribution through pipelines in Algeria. It establishes the legal framework for the production, transmission, distribution, and commercialization of electricity and gas. The law aims to organize and regulate these sectors to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply while promoting competition and protecting consumer rights. It also sets out the conditions for network connections, the obligations of operators, and the regulatory mechanisms enforced by the competent authorities.
The Order of Sha’ban 12, 1436 (corresponding to May 30, 2015) defines the gaseous hydrocarbon pipelines under the hydrocarbons sector and the GRTG installations that are part of the gas transmission network exclusively serving the national market.
The Order of 8 Rabie Ethani 1436 (corresponding to January 29, 2015) sets the technical specifications regarding the design and construction of gas transmission network facilities serving the national market. It defines the standards and technical requirements to be followed during the design and construction of gas transmission installations, ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the network.
This Order, dated 12 Chaâbane 1432 (corresponding to July 14, 2011), defines the technical specifications to be followed for the operation of gas transmission facilities. It establishes safety standards, operational procedures, and performance criteria to ensure reliable gas transmission that complies with regulatory requirements.
This Order establishes the standards and technical specifications for the maintenance of gas transmission infrastructure. It aims to ensure the safety, reliability, and durability of transmission facilities by defining the procedures and maintenance criteria to be followed.
This Order, dated 14 Rabie El Aouel 1428 (corresponding to April 2, 2007), governs the conditions for granting authorization to operate the gas transmission network. It specifies the obligations of operators as well as the technical and regulatory standards required to ensure the safe and efficient management of the gas transmission network.
In application of Law No. 02-01, particularly its Articles 51 and 52, the CREG examined the development plan for the gas transmission network for the period 2019-2028, submitted on January 5, 2020, by the Gas Transmission Network Manager (ORTO).
The purpose of this decision is to approve, in accordance with the provisions of Law 02-01 of February 5, 2002, concerning electricity and gas distribution by pipelines, the planning procedure for the gas transmission network.
Article 2 of Executive Decree No. 06-431, which sets the technical rules for the design, operation, and maintenance of the gas transmission network, stipulates that the service quality must be verified through parameters determined, validated by the regulatory commission, and updated annually.
Decision D/18-18/CD of June 27, 2018, approves the gas transmission network safeguarding plan in accordance with the applicable regulations. This plan will be revised every two years to address network developments, and any modifications will be subject to prior approval by the CREG.
The steering committee, in accordance with Law No. 02-01 of 22 Dhou El Kaada 1422 and other regulatory texts, decides to amend and complement Decision D/01-10/CD of December 6, 2010, regarding the granting of the gas delivery authorization at pressures exceeding 21 absolute bars by GRTG.