KIEV, July 21 - Naftogaz Ukrayiny from August 1 will increase the price of gas sold to industrial consumers on a prepayment basis by 2.9% (UAH 212.4), to UAH 7,421 per 1,000 cubic meters (including VAT).

According to a company press release, this price is relevant for consumers purchasing gas in the amount of more than 50,000 cubic meters per month, and if there are no debts to Naftogaz.

For other buyers the price next month will increase by 2.8% (UAH 222), to UAH 8,231 for 1,000 cubic meters (including VAT).