IVECO, transport and logistics company GLS Italy and energy supplier Vulcangas have opened a new bio-LNG plant at the Cascina Antegnatica farm near Lodi, Italy. The new facility will produce biomethane with agricultural waste from local farms and supply Vulcangas. The bio-LNG will be used to fuel the natural gas vehicles in GLS Italy’s fleet, which includes IVECO S-WAY LNG trucks.
Biomethane is currently the only mature technology that provides a solution with no compromise on performance and refueling times compared to diesel. It enables carbon neutrality and, depending on the feedstock used in its production, even a carbon-negative performance. Its benefits extend beyond the transport sector as an enabler of energy independence with the potential to lower prices and contribute to the development of rural areas. It also brings economic advantages, as its production process involves by-products, such as fertilizer from the digestate which can replace costly chemical fertilisers.
“Today’s event is testament to IVECO’s belief in biomethane as a mature solution and its commitment to the decarbonization of transport. It is a tangible demonstration that bio-LNG is an operationally and financially viable solution, available today. Today we are seeing a best practice in the energy supply chain with all players working together to develop a successful biomethane ecosystem,” said Giandomenico Fioretti, IVECO Head of Alternative Propulsion Business Development.
Alessandro Vagaggini, GLS Director of Operations, also commented: “Our ambitions in the area of sustainability are underpinned by the joint efforts of many parts of our business. This initiative really underscores our commitment: we’re backing LNG-powered vehicles and we’re now in a position to supply them with bio-LNG that fully meets our expectations.”
“The energy industry is going through an unprecedented period in history. Today bio-LNG occupies a strategic position in the transport supply chain. As a clean fuel that lowers total CO2 emissions, it is the best option to decarbonize transport and free us from energy dependency,” added Andrea Bosi, Key Account Manager at Vulcangas.
IVECO S-WAY LNG trucks from the fleets of transport operators Gruppo D’Innocenti, T&T.I, Canguro and A&V were on display at the plant’s inauguration.
Source: IVECO
