Nordion Energi invests in biogas liquefaction plant in the Port of Gothenburg

Nordion Energi is investing in a new biogas liquefaction plant in the Port of Gothenburg. The plant is planned to be completed in autumn 2026 and will initially be able to deliver 250 GWh of liquefied biogas (LBG) annually, thereby meeting the growing demand for renewable energy in shipping, heavy transport and industry.

“This investment is an important step towards our goal of a completely green gas network. A liquefaction plant means that more biogas producers will connect to the grid, which greatly increases the security of supply for all customers who want to use biogas,” says Hans Kreisel, CEO Nordion Energi.

A market with great growth potential
The investment comes at a time when the Swedish market for liquefied biogas is expected to grow to over 10 TWh by 2030. The plant will be the first in Sweden with a direct connection to western Sweden’s gas grid. It will be used for both storage and distribution of liquefied biogas.

St1 Biokraft is first to sign the agreement – capacity available for more players
The energy company St1 Biokraft has already secured part of the plant’s capacity. The remaining capacity is offered to players who want to accelerate the transition to fossil-free alternatives.

“We’re expanding our availability of LBG for our customers in heavy transport, shipping and industry. This plant plays a key role in our supply chain with its strategic location at the Port of Gothenburg, enabling us to efficiently supply filling stations and industries in the region as well as bunkering vessels. Our goal is to reach 6 TWh of biogas sales by 2030,” says Miika Johansson, CEO of St1 Biokraft.

Investment strengthens the Port’s green transition
The plant at the Port of Gothenburg is seen as an important step towards the Port’s goal of becoming a leading bunkering hub for renewable fuels in Northern Europe, with liquefied biogas as an important part of the fuel mix in shipping.

“Liquefied biogas is a natural step forward for shipping operators who have transitioned to using LNG, liquefied natural gas, as fuel. The plant will help to ensure that liquefied biogas will be easily available to the shipping industry, every day, around the clock. This is a very welcome development,” says Jill Söderwall, Business Area Manager at the Port of Gothenburg.

About the plant
The plant at the Port of Gothenburg will be the first of its kind to be directly connected to western Sweden’s gas grid. After condensation, the liquefied biogas is temporarily stored in tanks before onward delivery to customers, either by loading onto trailers for transport to refuelling points or off-grid industries, or by being bunkered directly as marine fuel via a pipeline. The plant will be able to liquefy 250 GWh of biogas annually, which, for example, corresponds to just over 100 vessel bunkering operations per year or the annual consumption of 500 trucks.

Liquefied Biogas (LBG)
Liquefied biogas is biogas that has been cooled under pressure. The use of biogas as a fuel reduces CO2 emissions, closes local cycles and reduces levels of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and harmful particles in the air – and thus reduces the negative impact on health and the environment. In order to be able to distribute liquefied biogas, a well-developed infrastructure is needed.

About Nordion Energi
Nordion Energi specialises in energy infrastructure and is driven by a clear purpose: to lead society’s transition to 100% green energy. Nordion Energi is the transmission system operator (TSO) for the Swedish gas grid, with overall responsibility for the long-term development of the grid.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Saila Horttanainen, Head of Communications
saila.horttanainen@nordionenergi.se
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