In our first briefing paper, Wayne Ackerman discusses the potential of small-scale liquefied natural gas for Europe's energy needs. Our briefing papers are written by academic and industry experts to stimulate thinking on key challenges and ideas shaping the commodity trade industry. Read more about this paper below.
Key takeaways
- Small-scale liquified natural gas (ssLNG) is a technically & economically proven value chain, with an estimated global market of $10 billion in 2023.
- The value chain currently serves niche markets, such as off-grid industry, and LNG-powered vehicles and vessels, primarily in the US, China and Europe.
- A business case for inter-regional containerised ssLNG trade to Europe is not a given, but the building blocks, such as supply, logistics and demand, are present.
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