The Capacity Allocation Mechanisms Network Code (CAM NC) harmonises how Transmission System Operators (TSOs) offer and allocate available gas transmission pipeline capacity to network users. With Europe’s decarbonisation goals and the evolving gas market, the network code, last amended in 2017, now needs to be updated.
The revision process
To address this, ACER initiated the revision process earlier this year. In autumn, ACER will hold a final public consultation to collect stakeholders’ feedback on its draft proposals.
The revision process is informed by new regulatory elements from the hydrogen and gas decarbonisation package, ACER’s initial analysis of the network code's achievements and areas for improvement, alongside continuous dialogue with stakeholders.
What are the next steps?
ACER will hold a final public consultation from 26 September to 25 October 2024 to ensure the proposed amendments effectively address market needs and deliver the expected improvements.
The CAM NC revision process will conclude with ACER’s recommendations to the Commission (expected by December 2024), which is responsible for revising the text of the network code.
