The global market for Bio LNG was estimated at US$883.6 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach US$2.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 17.7% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions. The report includes the most recent global tariff developments and how they impact the Bio LNG market.
Its ability to leverage existing LNG infrastructure such as fueling stations, transport tankers, and bunkering terminals enables seamless integration into current fuel supply chains, reducing transition friction and capital expenditure. Coupled with rising biomethane production from agricultural waste, wastewater treatment, and landfill gas, Bio LNG is well positioned to support both climate goals and waste valorization strategies. This dual advantage makes it an attractive energy vector for governments, fuel providers, and logistics operators seeking rapid decarbonization wins.
On the policy front, carbon pricing mechanisms, renewable fuel mandates, and green procurement frameworks are creating a strong regulatory pull for Bio LNG adoption. Incentives such as Renewable Transport Fuel Certificates (RTFCs) in the UK, the Renewable Energy Directive II (RED II) in the EU, and Low Carbon Fuel Standards (LCFS) in California are supporting commercialization. Certification schemes for greenhouse gas reduction and traceability such as the ISCC and CertifHy are also enhancing supply chain transparency and buyer confidence. These enablers are converging to move Bio LNG from pilot projects to industrial-scale rollouts.
Primary demand is concentrated in long-haul trucking, inland waterways, and short-sea shipping segments where electrification remains challenging due to energy density constraints. Bio LNG is also being explored in off-grid industrial power generation and as a transition fuel in mining and construction sectors. The fuel's ability to deliver lifecycle carbon reductions of up to 80% compared to diesel, combined with ultra-low particulate and NOx emissions, is reinforcing its role in fleet sustainability roadmaps and ESG-driven procurement decisions.
Strategic investments by energy majors, biogas developers, and transport operators are driving infrastructure build-out and supply chain integration. Co-investment models, vertical integration, and public-private partnerships are unlocking the economics of Bio LNG production at regional scale. Against this backdrop, a defining question guides future trajectory: Can Bio LNG scale fast enough technologically, logistically, and economically to serve as a cornerstone renewable fuel for high-emission sectors, while supporting circular resource flows and climate-neutral energy systems?
Global Bio LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized
Why Is Bio LNG Emerging as a Strategic Low-Carbon Fuel in Global Energy Transition Pathways?
Bio LNG, or liquefied biomethane, is rapidly gaining strategic significance as an advanced biofuel capable of decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors such as heavy-duty transport, shipping, and off-grid industrial operations. Produced by upgrading biogas derived from organic waste and then liquefying it at cryogenic temperatures, Bio LNG offers comparable energy density and handling characteristics to fossil LNG while delivering a significantly lower carbon footprint. As global energy policies intensify their focus on renewable fuels and circular economy principles, Bio LNG is emerging as a viable alternative to diesel and conventional LNG in both road mobility and maritime transport.Its ability to leverage existing LNG infrastructure such as fueling stations, transport tankers, and bunkering terminals enables seamless integration into current fuel supply chains, reducing transition friction and capital expenditure. Coupled with rising biomethane production from agricultural waste, wastewater treatment, and landfill gas, Bio LNG is well positioned to support both climate goals and waste valorization strategies. This dual advantage makes it an attractive energy vector for governments, fuel providers, and logistics operators seeking rapid decarbonization wins.
How Are Technological and Policy Enablers Accelerating Bio LNG Production and Market Integration?
Advancements in anaerobic digestion, biogas upgrading, and cryogenic liquefaction technologies are improving the efficiency, scalability, and geographic feasibility of Bio LNG production. Modular biogas plants with integrated CO2 separation and methane purification systems are being deployed near agricultural, municipal, and industrial waste sources, supporting decentralized Bio LNG production. Liquefaction systems are being adapted for small and mid-scale deployment, enabling local fueling hubs for transport fleets and regional bunkering operations.On the policy front, carbon pricing mechanisms, renewable fuel mandates, and green procurement frameworks are creating a strong regulatory pull for Bio LNG adoption. Incentives such as Renewable Transport Fuel Certificates (RTFCs) in the UK, the Renewable Energy Directive II (RED II) in the EU, and Low Carbon Fuel Standards (LCFS) in California are supporting commercialization. Certification schemes for greenhouse gas reduction and traceability such as the ISCC and CertifHy are also enhancing supply chain transparency and buyer confidence. These enablers are converging to move Bio LNG from pilot projects to industrial-scale rollouts.
Where Is Bio LNG Demand Accelerating and Which End-Use Segments Are Leading Adoption?
Europe leads global Bio LNG adoption, with strong policy backing, established biogas infrastructure, and growing deployment across heavy-duty truck fleets and shipping corridors. Countries such as the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Italy are scaling up production and distribution networks in alignment with EU climate targets and emissions reduction mandates for transport fuels. North America is also gaining momentum, with waste management operators, dairy cooperatives, and logistics companies investing in renewable natural gas (RNG) supply chains that include Bio LNG as a key component.Primary demand is concentrated in long-haul trucking, inland waterways, and short-sea shipping segments where electrification remains challenging due to energy density constraints. Bio LNG is also being explored in off-grid industrial power generation and as a transition fuel in mining and construction sectors. The fuel's ability to deliver lifecycle carbon reductions of up to 80% compared to diesel, combined with ultra-low particulate and NOx emissions, is reinforcing its role in fleet sustainability roadmaps and ESG-driven procurement decisions.
What Is Fueling the Global Growth of the Bio LNG Market?
The global growth of the Bio LNG market is fueled by rising climate accountability, demand for renewable fuels in logistics, and the convergence of waste management and clean energy strategies. The transition to cleaner fuels in heavy-duty transport is becoming non-negotiable, and Bio LNG offers an immediately deployable, infrastructure-compatible pathway to emissions reduction. As sustainability-linked financing, corporate decarbonization commitments, and emissions disclosure requirements intensify, Bio LNG is moving from a niche solution to a scalable commercial fuel.Strategic investments by energy majors, biogas developers, and transport operators are driving infrastructure build-out and supply chain integration. Co-investment models, vertical integration, and public-private partnerships are unlocking the economics of Bio LNG production at regional scale. Against this backdrop, a defining question guides future trajectory: Can Bio LNG scale fast enough technologically, logistically, and economically to serve as a cornerstone renewable fuel for high-emission sectors, while supporting circular resource flows and climate-neutral energy systems?
Key Insights:
- Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Agriculture Residues segment, which is expected to reach US$1.0 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 19.9%. The Industrial Waste segment is also set to grow at 14.5% CAGR over the analysis period.
- Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, valued at $240.7 Million in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 23.6% CAGR to reach $530.1 Million by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.
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Key Questions Answered:
- How is the Global Bio LNG Market expected to evolve by 2030?
- What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
- Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
- How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
- Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?
Report Features:
- Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
- In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
- Company Profiles: Coverage of players such as Air Liquide, AXEGAZ T&T, Biokraft International AB, BoxLNG Pvt. Ltd., and more.
- Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.
Some of the 37 companies featured in this Bio LNG market report include:
- Air Liquide
- AXEGAZ T&T
- Biokraft International AB
- BoxLNG Pvt. Ltd.
- DBG Group B.V.
- EnviTec Biogas AG
- Flogas Britain Ltd.
- Gasrec Ltd.
- HYSYTECH Srl
- Linde plc
- LIQVIS GmbH
- MAKEEN Energy
- Nordsol
- RUHE Biogas Service GmbH
- SAS Cryo Pur
- Scandinavian Biogas Fuels Intl. AB
- Shell plc
- Straits Bio-LNG
- Titan LNG
- TotalEnergies SE
This edition integrates the latest global trade and economic shifts as of June 2025 into comprehensive market analysis. Key updates include:
- Tariff and Trade Impact: Insights into global tariff negotiations across 180+ countries, with analysis of supply chain turbulence, sourcing disruptions, and geographic realignment. Special focus on 2025 as a pivotal year for trade tensions, including updated perspectives on the Trump-era tariffs.
- Adjusted Forecasts and Analytics: Revised global and regional market forecasts through 2030, incorporating tariff effects, economic uncertainty, and structural changes in globalization. Includes segmentation by product, technology, type, material, distribution channel, application, and end-use, with historical analysis since 2015.
- Strategic Market Dynamics: Evaluation of revised market prospects, regional outlooks, and key economic indicators such as population and urbanization trends.
- Innovation & Technology Trends: Latest developments in product and process innovation, emerging technologies, and key industry drivers shaping the competitive landscape.
- Competitive Intelligence: Updated global market share estimates for 2025, competitive positioning of major players (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial), and refined focus on leading global brands and core players.
- Expert Insight & Commentary: Strategic analysis from economists, trade experts, and domain specialists to contextualize market shifts and identify emerging opportunities.
- Complimentary Update: Buyers receive a free July 2025 update with finalized tariff impacts, new trade agreement effects, revised projections, and expanded country-level coverage.
Table of Contents
I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERSIII. MARKET ANALYSISSOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFICARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICAIRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EASTIV. COMPETITION
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
EU and APAC Policy Incentives Strengthen Market Viability for Biomethane-Derived LNG
Green Fuel Mandates in Aviation and Maritime Sectors Expand Application Scope of Bio LNG
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
UNITED STATES
CANADA
JAPAN
CHINA
EUROPE
FRANCE
GERMANY
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
SPAIN
RUSSIA
REST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
AUSTRALIA
INDIA
LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Air Liquide
- AXEGAZ T&T
- Biokraft International AB
- BoxLNG Pvt. Ltd.
- DBG Group B.V.
- EnviTec Biogas AG
- Flogas Britain Ltd.
- Gasrec Ltd.
- HYSYTECH Srl
- Linde plc
- LIQVIS GmbH
- MAKEEN Energy
- Nordsol
- RUHE Biogas Service GmbH
- SAS Cryo Pur
- Scandinavian Biogas Fuels Intl. AB
- Shell plc
- Straits Bio-LNG
- Titan LNG
- TotalEnergies SE
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 280 |
| Published | June 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 883.6 Million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 2300 Million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 17.7% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
