Just a dozen or so years ago, Gdańsk stood as a worldwide example of peaceful political transformation and the pursuit of freedom. Today, this region is regaining its strategic prominence, establishing itself as a focal point on the European energy landscape. It is here that GAZ-SYSTEM is building the FSRU terminal to enable LNG imports from virtually any part of the world, increasing the flexibility of the gas system across both Poland and the broader Baltic Sea region, starting in 2028. The war in Ukraine, instability in global commodity markets and the use of energy as an instrument of political pressure have demonstrated that national security depends entirely on robust energy infrastructure. In this vein, ‘Solidarity’ is emerging as an emblem of modern European unity driven by diversification, strategic alliances, and building shared resilience.

– Poland’s first floating regasification terminal (FSRU) is not only a symbol of our growing importance in Central and Eastern Europe but also embodies collective cooperation in the face of common threats – most notably originating from the East. Poland has become a regional leader in energy sector. We are developing state-of-the-art gas and fuel infrastructure, while expanding renewable energy capacity along with the deployment of Poland’s first nuclear reactors. The ‘Solidarity’ FSRU terminal will serve as an additional critical anchor within our shared security architecture, protecting our interests alongside those of nearby countries, said Miłosz Motyka, Minister for Energy.

– Europe has learnt lessons from the crises of recent years. Energy security cannot be taken for granted; it requires a sustained, forward-looking approach and deliberate capital allocation. The FSRU terminal in the Gulf of Gdańsk bolsters the security of Poland and our partners in the region, while the name ‘Solidarity’ aptly captures the idea behind this project – the conviction that Europe’s resilience relies on collective effort, emphasised Wojciech Wrochna, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Energy and Government Plenipotentiary for Strategic Energy Infrastructure.

The FSRU terminal – currently under construction – will be a defining component of Europe’s new energy security architecture. Ventures of this kind are no longer merely construction undertakings, but they have become core elements of states’ strategic resilience in response to changing geopolitical conditions.

– The FSRU terminal is a critical project not only for Poland, but also for the entire region of Central and Eastern Europe. This landmark project significantly enhances our supply diversification capabilities while establishing critical infrastructure designed to support the regional energy stability for generations. The name ‘Solidarity’ emphasises that energy security today is not purely a national concern – it requires cooperation, mutual responsibility, solidarity and a regional perspective, reckons Sławomir Hinc, President of GAZ-SYSTEM Management Board. 

Adopting the English name “Solidarity” reflects the project’s international status and highlights the FSRU terminal’s pivotal role in bolstering regional, rather than just domestic, energy resilience.  The use of English also follows global maritime tradition, where English is the standard for vessel identification and communication to ensure greater recognisability in international waters.

The FSRU Terminal “Solidarity” built at the Hyundai Heavy Industries shipyard in South Korea and chartered by GAZ-SYSTEM from the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) Group, will provide regasification services in the Gulf of Gdańsk for the next 15 years and beyond. This project will serve as a cornerstone of Poland’s energy infrastructure, bolstering gas supply security and our country’s position as a major energy hub in Europe’s broader energy architecture.