Port of Gothenburg to open Sweden’s first grid-connected biogas bunkering plant in 2027
The Port of Gothenburg will launch a major liquefied biogas facility in 2027, advancing Sweden’s renewable shipping transition.
Port of Gothenburg is set to open Sweden’s first grid-connected liquefied biogas (LBG) liquefaction plant in the second quarter of 2027, aiming to position the port as a leader in renewable bunker fuels for the shipping industry.
The upcoming facility, developed by Nordion Energi and operated by the port, will include a 500-cubic-meter storage tank capable of delivering 250 gigawatt-hours of LBG annually. This output equates to the yearly consumption of 500 trucks or the bunkering of 50 vessels, reflecting a substantial step toward decarbonising maritime transport.
The project is expected to reinforce the renewable fuel value chain in Sweden, creating new opportunities for biogas producers and providing shipping companies with a viable alternative to fossil fuels. ST1 Biokraft has already secured a portion of the plant’s capacity, highlighting early demand for large-scale biogas bunkering.
As the shipping sector faces mounting regulatory and market pressure to cut emissions, the Port of Gothenburg’s initiative could accelerate the uptake of renewable fuels across Europe. The introduction of local LBG infrastructure also strengthens Sweden’s strategic role in the continent’s low-carbon shipping corridor.
However, the timeline for the liquefaction plant’s operational readiness will be critical, as any delays could affect the port’s ability to meet growing demand for renewable bunkering. The facility’s success will depend on sustained collaboration between energy providers, port authorities and shipping companies, as well as on favourable regulatory frameworks.
