Russia , single - largest natural gas producer , has 20 percent of global gas reserves . The company has the world 's largest distribution system of gas , maintaining 97,560 miles ( 157,000 kilometers ) of pipelines that stretch , like Russia , from the Far East to Europe . Gazprom business accounts for 10 percent of Russia 's gross domestic product . Gazprom disputes with Ukraine has made European nations wary of the company . Russian president and prime minister show strong interest in the company .
Russia , single - largest natural gas producer , has 20 percent of global gas reserves . Gazprom business accounts for 10 percent of Russia 's gross domestic product . Gazprom disputes with Ukraine has made European nations wary of the company . Russian president and prime minister show strong interest in the company .