Belgian infrastructure operator Fluxys recorded a sharp increase in bio-LNG activity at its Zeebrugge Terminal last year, with loading volumes climbing 73% in 2025 to surpass 2.5 TWh, according to the company’s annual report published this week, as cited by Ship & Bunker.
Shipping and Road Transport Lead the Charge
The surge in demand was attributed primarily to two sectors: heavy road haulage and maritime shipping, both of which are under increasing pressure to reduce their carbon footprints. According to Ship & Bunker’s reporting on the annual figures, bio-LNG made up nearly 40% of all small-scale ship loading volumes at the terminal, while its share of LNG truck loading — fuel largely destined for road transport filling stations — reached close to 70%.
Building on Record Growth
The 2025 results come on the back of an already remarkable trajectory. Ship & Bunker notes that bio-LNG volumes at Zeebrugge had already surged ninefold in 2024 compared to the prior year, pointing to a sustained and accelerating shift in fuel preferences at the terminal.
A Drop-In Solution for Decarbonisation
Bio-LNG is produced from organic or waste feedstocks and carries a significantly lower carbon intensity than conventional LNG. As Ship & Bunker highlights, one of its key advantages is compatibility with existing dual-fuel vessels, meaning operators can transition to the fuel without requiring modifications to onboard systems — a factor likely contributing to its growing uptake across the shipping sector.
The Zeebrugge Terminal’s figures reflect a broader industry trend as shipowners and freight operators seek practical, near-term alternatives to fossil fuels ahead of tightening emissions regulations.
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Sources: Ship & Bunker
