Gasrec has announced they registered the highest demand for biomethane in the company’s history, with volumes reaching an all-time high in June 2023 – and set to continue rising thanks to pending orders from fleets for new natural gas-powered trucks.
June’s biomethane sales represented a 250% increase versus March 2020, when demand had been soaring prior to the pandemic.
“Fleets are under pressure from customers to decarbonize, and bio-LNG is the most viable, readily-available solution – plus it’s suitable for longer-haul missions, with quick refueling times,” said James Westcott, Chief Operating Officer. “This year we’ve already opened three new refueling facilities in Lutterworth, Fradley Park and South Elmsall, increasing our network to 16 sites, and with three more due to be installed before the end of the year.”
“Our fuels are once again significantly cheaper than diesel, meaning customers can save money whilst improving sustainability. For fleets looking at natural gas trucks today, our number one message is to talk to your fuel provider as soon as possible, to ensure they can have the refueling infrastructure in place where needed and understand natural gas pricing. The demand right now is exceptional,” he added
Carriers of all sizes are turning to biomethane, from some of the country’s largest logistics and own-account operators, to family-owned haulage businesses and SMEs.
The supply of biomethane is an important part of the energy transition for the HGV sector, providing a commercially viable option for fleets to reduce their carbon footprint by up to 85% in comparison to diesel.
