SULAIMANI, Kurdistan Region – The head of the Sulaimani Gas Plants Council said there is no gas crisis in the city and supplies to residents continue as normal.
The statement comes after concerns about possible shortages following regional tensions and the temporary halt of gas production by Dana Gas. The company paused operations to ensure the safety of its facilities and employees.
The decision raised fears that household gas could become scarce or more expensive. However, local officials say the situation in Sulaimani remains under control.
Speaking at a press conference, Kocher Tahir, head of the Sulaimani Gas Plants Council, said sufficient reserve supplies are available at gas plants across the province.
He added that authorities have not considered distributing gas through a coupon system. According to Tahir, current reserves are enough to maintain regular distribution.
The Sulaimani gas supply typically requires about 300 tons during the winter season. Meanwhile, demand falls to between 200 and 250 tons during normal periods.
Tahir explained that the amount of gas distributed to residents has been slightly reduced. However, he said the step aims to better organize supply and protect reserve stocks.
He also stressed that a gas crisis is unlikely even if the Khor Mor gas field does not immediately resume operations.
According to Tahir, seven gas plants currently receive supplies from other areas of Iraq. These plants then distribute the gas to residents across Sulaimani province.
Officials say the Sulaimani gas supply remains stable and authorities continue monitoring the situation to ensure uninterrupted delivery to households.