Global map Open menu Home - SHV Energy What we do What we do – SHV Energy LNG LNG – SHV Energy LNG for transport LNG for transport – SHV Energy LNG for transport LNG is cheaper than diesel and has strong environmental benefits. Why use LNG for transport Go to LNG in action Go to How it works Go to Why use LNG for transport LNG saves money and cuts emissions For decades, diesel has been the default option for vehicle fleets. But all that is changing. Now there are other, better choices on the market that give the same performance in terms of power, acceleration, and cruising speed, but with added financial and environmental benefits. LNG is typically 10-25% cheaper than diesel7 giving lower running costs over medium to long distances and the lowest total cost of ownership compared to conventional fuels. It also has strong environmental benefits that improve air quality in cities. LNG-powered trucks have comparable performance to diesel vehicles in terms of power, acceleration and cruising speed, but can cut CO2 by between 10% and 20%8, dependent upon duty cycle and vehicle type. LNG is not just for land-based vehicles but, with the growth of emission control areas (ECAs), LNG is also becoming an increasingly popular marine fuel9. It is a proven energy source, which is affordable, performs well and offers 24% more energy output per tonne than heavy fuel oil. It is also reassuring to know that the technology used for LNG vehicles is mature and safe. And with governments increasingly turning to domestic inland waterways to boost transport efficiency, LNG is considered one of the most promising alternative fuels in the transition to clean transport in shipping10. Benefits of LNG for transport Sustainable Inherently safer Flexible Security of supply Allows unrestricted access Plentiful Economical Find out more about the sustainability qualities of LNG To sustainability LNG in action What it’s used for LNG is an increasingly popular choice for low-emission, economic transport worldwide. It is widely used for personal and public transport and heavy-duty trucks, as well as marine and rail transport. Backed by local and central government transport policy, LNG is the fastest-growing fossil fuel worldwide, predicted to account for 20% of HGVs sold by the early-2020s12. Case study Partnership Primagaz France - Avia Read how leading independent fuel retailer Avia is keeping drivers on the road with its network of LNG refuelling stations throughout France. Read more How it works How it works LNG-only refuelling stations or ‘mixed stations’ offering LNG and Liquid to Compressed Natural Gas (LCNG) are used to fuel transport. Designed and manufactured to ISO 16924 and ISO 16923 standards, they conform to both European and local requirements. Find out more about LNG. Play video Instruction video Find out how an LNG refuelling station works Sustainability Find out about the four aspirational goals that guide our sustainability efforts. Find a brand that offers LNG Our global map shows an overview of brands that offer LNG. PrimaLNG Find out more about Prima LNG and our best-in-class LNG supply chain solutions. 7 Source: Vos Logistics whitepaper 8 Source: Vos Logistics whitepaper 9 Source: https://www.maritime-executive.com/editorials/2019-will-be-the-year-of-acceleration-for-lng-as-marine-fuel 10 Source: Gastech Insights 21/2/19 https://gastechinsights.com/article/introducing-lng-for-inland-shipping-designing-the-sea-river-lng-carriers 11 Source: Kinetrex Energy https://www.kinetrexenergy.com/7-myths-lng-diesel-fleets/ 12 Source: Martin Flach, Iveco Product Director SHV Energy is a leading global distributor of off-grid energy such as LPG, LNG and is active in the area of sustainable fuels and renewable energy solutions. If you are interested in a product or solution in your local market, please go to our global map. Follow us on: LinkedIn YouTube About SHV Energy Who we are What we do Our impact Partnerships Products & services LPG LNG BioLPG Biobased & renewable fuels Renewable solutions More Careers Contact ©SHV Energy Disclaimer Cookies Privacy Policy Cookie Consent About Cookies On This Site We use cookies to personalise and enhance your experience. Please manage your personal preferences below. You can change these at any time via the "Cookie Consent" link in the footer. For further information visit our Privacy Policy. Accept All Options