Queen Máxima opens Wilp bio-LNG plant for green shipping

In the Netherlands, Queen Máxima officially opened a bio-LNG plant in Wilp, a joint project by Attero and Nordsol, which will produce 2,400 tonnes of bio-LNG and 5,000 tonnes of liquid bio CO2 annually. The facility, which converts biogas from vegetable, fruit, and garden waste into bio-LNG, represents a significant step towards decarbonising heavy transport and shipping.

The bio-LNG plant in Wilp is not only a milestone for sustainable energy but also a recipient of significant backing from the European Union. In 2021, the project was awarded a €4.3 million grant, underscoring the EU’s commitment to advancing renewable fuels for industries like shipping and heavy transport, where electrification remains a challenge.

This financial support aligns with the European Union’s broader goals for climate and energy transition, particularly in reducing the greenhouse gas intensity of maritime fuels. By 2050, the EU aims to cut emissions in the sector by 80%, with intermediate targets already set in motion, such as the 2% reduction required by 2025 under the FuelEU Maritime Regulation.

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