Hi, I’m Danijel Gracan. I’m a dedicated energy sector professional with over 20 years at Plinacro Ltd., the Croatian Gas Transmission System Operator, specializing in system operation, balancing, and security of gas supply within EU regulatory frameworks. I’ve led 24/7 dispatching operations and cross-border coordination to maintain security of supply and system stability, while driving capacity management and forecasting improvements. I enjoy building strong teams, driving operational excellence, and collaborating on European energy initiatives. I’m a clear communicator with C-level English proficiency, regularly presenting at conferences on security of gas supply, system balancing, and grid management, and I contribute to projects and publications such as the meteorological support study for the gas transport system. I actively participate in industry workshops and ENTSOG regional coordination activities.

DANIJEL GRACAN

Hi, I’m Danijel Gracan. I’m a dedicated energy sector professional with over 20 years at Plinacro Ltd., the Croatian Gas Transmission System Operator, specializing in system operation, balancing, and security of gas supply within EU regulatory frameworks. I’ve led 24/7 dispatching operations and cross-border coordination to maintain security of supply and system stability, while driving capacity management and forecasting improvements. I enjoy building strong teams, driving operational excellence, and collaborating on European energy initiatives. I’m a clear communicator with C-level English proficiency, regularly presenting at conferences on security of gas supply, system balancing, and grid management, and I contribute to projects and publications such as the meteorological support study for the gas transport system. I actively participate in industry workshops and ENTSOG regional coordination activities.

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Hi, I’m Danijel Gracan. I’m a dedicated energy sector professional with over 20 years at Plinacro Ltd., the Croatian Gas Transmission System Operator, specializing in system operation, balancing, and security of gas supply within EU regulatory frameworks. I’ve led 24/7 dispatching operations and cross-border coordination to maintain security of supply and system stability, while driving capacity management and forecasting improvements.

I enjoy building strong teams, driving operational excellence, and collaborating on European energy initiatives. I’m a clear communicator with C-level English proficiency, regularly presenting at conferences on security of gas supply, system balancing, and grid management, and I contribute to projects and publications such as the meteorological support study for the gas transport system. I actively participate in industry workshops and ENTSOG regional coordination activities.

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Language

English
Fluent
Croatian
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of National Dispatching Center (NDC) at Plinacro Ltd., Zagreb, Croatia
January 1, 2003 - November 7, 2025
Led 24/7 operations for monitoring and managing gas flow through the national transmission network, overseeing real-time operational decisions to ensure security of supply and system stability. Also responsible for system maintenance coordination, balancing and activation of balancing energy, gas consumption forecasting, and security of supply within EU regulatory frameworks. Participated in SCADA system revitalization, gas forecasting software, gas trading platform projects, and pipeline reconstruction; coordinated business planning and expense tracking; active member of ENTSOG Regional Coordination Team East, focusing on operational coordination and security of supply. Delivered conference presentations and co-authored research on meteorological support to the gas transport system.

Education

Project Management Assistant and EU Funds Basics at VERN University
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025
English Language Training (C-level proficiency, daily professional use) at In-company
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025
Project Management Assistant and EU Funds Basics at VERN University
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025

Qualifications

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Other