ICGB, the independent transmission system operator of the Greece-Bulgaria interconnector (IGB pipeline), has successfully implemented the Damas MMS:G commercial dispatching system* as part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy. The introduction of the platform marks a significant step in automating the full scope of ICGB’s commercial and operational processes, strengthening the company’s capacity to manage cross-border gas flows with efficiency, reliability, and transparency.

As an operator of gas infrastructure of strategic regional impact, ICGB continues to develop and invest in advanced technological solutions that support its core mission - to ensure secure and diversified natural gas deliveries through the IGB pipeline. The interconnector is connected to the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) and the DESFA network in Greece, and to the Bulgartransgaz (BTG) system in Bulgaria, positioning ICGB as a key player in the regional energy market. The pipeline currently operates with a capacity of 3 bcm/year, with plans to expand to 5 bcm/year with ongoing activities in this direction.

The Damas MMS:G system serves as the digital backbone of ICGB’s commercial operations. It supports the end-to-end management of gas transmission services, including:

• Offering transmission capacities at interconnection points via the PRISMA and RBP auction platforms

• Managing capacity bookings and customer assignments

• Overseeing the full nomination and matching process with adjacent transmission system operators

• Performing daily balancing, calculating imbalances, and generating regulatory and market reports

• Issuing monthly customer invoices through a dedicated invoicing module

The platform is also fully integrated with the Balkan Gas Hub, enabling seamless gas trading functionalities for market participants.

“We view smart digitalization not just as a tool for efficiency, but as a foundation for long-term resilience, security, and trust in cross-border energy flows and the reliable operation of our infrastructure”, said ICGB’s Executive Officers George Satlas and Teodora Georgieva.

By implementing Damas MMS:G, ICGB reinforces its commitment to high operational standards, regulatory compliance, and market integration in line with European energy policy objectives.

*The system was developed using the Unicorn Universe Digital-Twin Construction Kit (uuDck) for information systems using the Unicorn Mobile-First IoT-ready Cloud AI-Boosted Architecture.