Rising consumption in Europe. - Gas consumption in the first months of 2010 in Europe increased by an average of 10 %, following 2009's 6.4 % decline. This rebound is linked to a cold winter and the recovery in industrial production. If the trend continues at the same pace, Europe will consume almost 60 billion cubic metres more than last year, according to estimates by GDF France. Gas prices have increased significantly over recent months: in mainland Europe, the increase by the end of last...