{"id":18292,"date":"2026-02-05T09:55:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T08:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ham.es\/que-es-bio-gnl"},"modified":"2026-11-09T12:00:42","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T11:00:42","slug":"what-is-biolng","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ham.es\/en\/what-is-biolng","title":{"rendered":"Qu\u00e9 es Bio GNL – EN"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What is BioLNG?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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BioLNG is biomethane<\/strong><\/a> from renewable sources in liquid form, obtained by liquefying gas at cryogenic temperatures (approx. -160 \u00baC) to reduce its volume and facilitate storage and transport.<\/p>\n

In practice, we are talking about a fuel with the same applications as LNG in mobility, but with one key difference: its renewable origin, as it comes from the use of organic waste and by-products.<\/p>\n

BioLNG = liquefied biomethane that can be transported and used efficiently in applications where high energy density is required (e.g. heavy transport).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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How BioLNG is produced step by step<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

From organic waste to biogas (anaerobic digestion)
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Certain types of waste and by-products (agricultural, industrial, sludge, organic fraction, etc.) can be treated using anaerobic digestion to generate biogas.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Upgrading: from biogas to biomethane
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The biogas is purified (upgraded) to remove CO\u2082, water and traces, and obtain a high-purity gas (biomethane), suitable for energy uses equivalent to natural gas.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Liquefaction: biomethane at -160 \u00baC<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Biomethane is cooled to convert it into a cryogenic liquid, as is the case with LNG, but maintaining the renewable origin of the fuel.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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What it is used for: heavy transport and other applications<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Heavy transport (trucks and fleets)
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BioLNG is used especially on long-distance routes, where the liquefied format offers greater autonomy and similar operation to LNG. In many cases, the practical difference compared to compressed options is precisely that: greater autonomy due to the higher energy density of liquefied fuel.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

High energy demand environments
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Due to its energy density and logistics, BioLNG is also suitable for applications where liquid fuel facilitates large-scale supply and storage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Traceability and sustainability: what to check<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Renewable origin and guarantees of origin (overview)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In renewable gases, traceability matters: it is advisable to verify the origin and associated documentation (e.g. guarantees of origin frameworks and market rules that are being harmonised\/updated in the EU).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Emissions measurement: why it depends on origin and chain
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The actual impact (in CO\u2082 equivalent) depends on the type of waste, the process, logistics and how it is accounted for. Therefore, rather than promising a single figure, it is more serious to talk about methodologies, certification and traceability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Where can you refuel with BioLNG?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Refuelling stations and regular routes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

HAM Group<\/strong><\/a> operates a network of more than 50 refuelling stations with BioLNG and BioCNG<\/strong><\/a>, available 24\/7\/365 and offering standard payment options.
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HAM card for professionals
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If you operate a fleet, the HAM Card<\/a><\/strong> is designed for professional use (companies and self-employed professionals) and facilitates refuelling at stations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Frequently asked questions about BioLNG<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Are BioLNG and biomethane the same thing?<\/h3>

BioLNG is biomethane in liquid form. Biomethane is purified renewable gas; it can be used as gas (injection, industrial use, etc.) or converted to BioLNG to facilitate logistics and use in mobility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

Can I use BioLNG in an LNG truck?<\/h3>

BioLNG is designed to take advantage of the infrastructure and vehicles that operate with LNG, maintaining the focus on renewable fuel (always with the proper verification of specifications and refuelling\/safety procedures).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

How is it different from LNG?<\/h3>

They share the same physical state (cryogenic liquid) and basic storage\/transport operations, with the key difference being the origin of the fuel: BioLNG comes from renewable biomethane.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

How does it differ from BioCNG?<\/h3>

Mainly in the format: liquefied (BioLNG) versus compressed (BioCNG), which usually affects range and storage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Contact the HAM Group<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

If you would like further technical information about BioLNG, supply for fleets or availability at stations, please contact<\/strong><\/a> our team and we will advise you according to your operations (routes, consumption, format and supply needs).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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