LNG, bio-LNG and synthetic LNG
A pathway to net zero emissions鈥攅xplore Shell鈥檚 low carbon solutions in the shipping industry.
To meet the industry鈥檚 2050 net zero emissions ambition, the shipping industry must maximise the potential of lower carbon fuels available today while preparing for future solutions.
Liquefied natural gas鈥�(LNG) offers a pathway to net zero greenhouse gas emissions1 (GHG) by adding bio-LNG, and in the future, synthetic LNG, in any proportion to meet voluntary or regulatory carbon intensity targets.
LNG, bio-LNG, and synthetic LNG, which are primarily liquefied methane, can all be supplied through the existing and expanding LNG infrastructure and gas grid.
LNG, bio-LNG, and synthetic LNG, which are primarily liquefied methane, can all be supplied through the existing and expanding LNG infrastructure and gas grid.
LNG
- Emits up to 23% less GHG emissions compared to very low sulphur fuel oil, depending on engine type2
- Outperforms conventional marine fuels in air pollutants, with near-zero sulphur oxides and reduced particulate matter. Nitrogen oxide emissions can be reduced or be similar depending on engine type3
- Abundant supply and available along key trading routes
Bio LNG
- Significant volumes of biogas are being produced today via anaerobic digestion of sustainable biomass feedstock such as manure, and can be further scaled up
- Can be mass balanced within the gas grid where regulation permits
Synthetic LNG
- Made from renewable hydrogen and CO2
- Production is being developed
Extensive LNG infrastructure across the globe
Shell has the largest LNG bunkering network in the world supplying marine LNG to ships in many locations around the world. This is backed by Shell鈥檚 global LNG business, which has a sizeable portfolio, extensive shipping and storage assets, and access to regasification plants.
countries12
bunkering vessels26
bunkering locations12
bunkering operations2000+
Methane emissions
Methane (CH4) is the primary component of LNG. To deliver the full GHG benefits of LNG, methane emissions must be minimised.
Reducing upstream methane emissions
Virtually eliminating methane emissions from our operations by 2030 is a priority for Shell.
Methane abatement innovations on ships
This is the unburned natural gas that is not fully combusted in ship engines. Shell is collaborating with industry to develop and deploy innovative methane abatement technologies on ships.
Solutions in one place
With Shells鈥� suite of solutions from biofuels, LNG and bio-LNG, you can get the support you need to manage your carbon footprint in accordance with regulatory changes without compromising your operations.
