Energoinvest asks Bosnia to approve moderate gas price rise for FBiH as procurement costs climb

Energoinvest is seeking regulatory approval for a measured increase in wholesale natural gas prices in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH), arguing that rising procurement costs and wider European market pressure require some adjustment—but not a full transfer of volatility to domestic buyers.

Proposed Q2 adjustment and wholesale price level

The company has asked the Federal Ministry of Energy, Mining and Industry to approve a 4.59% price change. If granted, the wholesale price would be set at 442.48 euros per 1,000 cubic meters for the second quarter.

Energoinvest said the proposal is intentionally limited in scope. In its view, it should capture higher procurement costs from suppliers without placing the entire burden on the local market.

Why costs are rising: international gas and oil movements

According to Energoinvest, the adjustment follows higher purchase prices from suppliers, driven by broader movements across international gas and oil markets.

The company also pointed out that Bosnia and Herzegovina is less exposed than many other countries because its pricing framework relies on long-term contracts and an oil-indexed formula rather than direct linkage to spot-market swings.

Earlier pricing decision aimed at shielding customers

Energoinvest said it maintained January pricing through March as a way to protect households and businesses from sudden cost increases. The company argued that this approach helped soften the impact of rapid price changes observed elsewhere in Europe.

Expected impact on end-users and ongoing supply management

Management expects only limited effects from the newly proposed increase. For households, it anticipates minimal impact, particularly because gas demand typically falls during warmer months. Industrial consumers are also expected to continue benefiting from relatively competitive pricing compared with much of Europe.

Energoinvest added that it will keep actively managing procurement and pricing to preserve market stability and ensure reliable supply amid continued uncertainty in global energy markets.