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    Europe LNG Bunkering Market Trends

    ID: MRFR/E&P/11165-HCR
    128 Pages
    Swapnil Palwe
    October 2025

    Europe LNG Bunkering Market Research Report Information By Product Type (Truck-to-Ship, Port-to-Ship, Ship-to-Ship, and Portable Tanks), By Application (Container Fleet, Tanker Fleet, Cargo Fleet, Ferries, Inland Vessels, and Others) – and Europe Market Forecast Till 2035

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    Market Trends

    Key Emerging Trends in the Europe LNG Bunkering Market

    The need for LNG bunkering in the marine industry is growing due to the increasing popularity of maritime trade. Maritime commerce plays a crucial role in the global economy, transporting the majority of goods across the seas. With the rising demand for commodities and raw materials from different countries, the maritime sector is expanding. As more ships are built and put into service to meet this demand, the need for fuel also rises.

    Ship owners and operators are facing the challenge of cutting fuel costs while meeting stringent environmental standards. In response, LNG (liquefied natural gas) is emerging as a favorable option. Compared to traditional marine fuels, LNG burns more cleanly, enabling shipping operators to reduce emissions and improve air quality. Additionally, especially during times of high oil prices, LNG tends to be more cost-effective than conventional marine fuels.

    LNG also helps maritime businesses comply with emission regulations such as the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) worldwide sulphur cap. Using LNG as a fuel allows ships to meet these standards without the need for expensive exhaust gas cleaning systems, as the sulphur content in LNG is significantly lower than that of conventional marine fuels.

    These advantages have contributed to the growing preference for LNG bunkering in shipping-based commerce. The trend is expected to continue as the world's population increases, the demand for goods rises, and more ships adopt LNG as a fuel source.

    Maritime trade is vital to the movement of goods globally. As the world population grows, so does the demand for commodities and raw materials from various countries. To meet this demand, the maritime sector is expanding, leading to the construction and deployment of more ships. However, this growth comes with challenges, particularly in terms of fuel costs and environmental impact.

    Ship owners and operators are increasingly turning to LNG as a solution to these challenges. LNG offers a cleaner burning alternative to traditional marine fuels, helping shipping companies reduce their emissions and contribute to better air quality. Moreover, the economic appeal of LNG, especially during periods of high oil prices, makes it an attractive choice for cost-conscious operators.

    Market Summary

    The Europe LNG Bunkering market is projected to experience substantial growth from 175.52 USD Million in 2024 to 0.00 USD Million by 2035.

    Key Market Trends & Highlights

    Europe LNG Bunkering Key Trends and Highlights

    • The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 15.84% from 2025 to 2035.
    • By 2035, the market valuation is anticipated to reach 982.0 USD Million, indicating robust expansion.
    • in 2024, the market is valued at 175.52 USD Million, reflecting the current investment landscape in LNG bunkering.
    • Growing adoption of LNG as a cleaner fuel alternative due to stringent environmental regulations is a major market driver.

    Market Size & Forecast

    2024 Market Size 175.52 (USD Million)
    2035 Market Size 0.00 (USD Million)
    CAGR (2025-2035) 0.00%
    Largest Regional Market Share in 2024 latin_america)

    Major Players

    Petroliam Nasiona Berhad (Petronas), Shv Energy, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Korea Gas Corporation, Polskie Lng S.A., Total Se, Royal Dutch Shell Plc, Crowley Maritime Corporation, Klaw Lng, Gasum Oy, Harvey Gulf International Marine, Broadview Energy Solutions B.V.

    Market Trends

    Rapid expansion of ferries in Europe is driving market growth

    Vessels used to transport freight over water are called ferries. Passenger ferries are utilized for transportation as water taxis or buses. In addition to the double-ended, hydrofoil, hovercraft, catamaran, roll-on/roll-off, cruise ferry (RoPax), rapid RoPax ferry, and others, there are various types of ferries. Additionally, the main fuels used by these boats are marine gas oil and heavy fuel oil. Notwithstanding, governmental mandates concerning the discharge of sulfur, carbon dioxide, and additional contaminants promote the utilization of LNG as a marine fuel.

    A rise in LNG-fueled ferries and OSVs is anticipated during the next five years, given the volume of orders for these vessels. During the projection period, there is a chance that the need for LNG bunkering services would rise. The European Commission created the European Green Deal in 2019, a package of legislative measures aimed at achieving carbon neutrality in Europe by the year 2050. It highlights the use of LNG as fuel for vehicles and marine vessels and briefly highlights the significance of LNG in accomplishing this goal.‏

    In the market for LNG bunkering, innovation is a major trend that is growing in popularity. To maintain their position in the market, major players are concentrating on introducing novel activities, such as ship-to-containership LNG bunkering. In January 2022, for example, the first ship-to-containership LNG bunkering operation in Marseilles was initiated by the French shipping and logistics company CMA CGM and the integrated energy and petroleum company TotalEnergies.

    During cargo operations, TotalEnergies' Gas Vitality, the first LNG bunker vessel based in France, refueled CMA CGM BALI, a 15, 000 TEU LNG-powered containership on the MEX 1 service connecting Asia and South Europe, with approximately 6, 000m3 of LNG through a ship-to-ship transfer alongside the Eurofos container terminal. Thus, driving the LNG bunkering market revenue.

    Europe LNG Bunkering Market Market Drivers

    Market Segment Insights

    LNG Bunkering Product Type Insights

    The Europe LNG Bunkering market segmentation, based on product type includes Truck-to-Ship, Port-to-Ship, Ship-to-Ship, and Portable Tanks. The ship-to-ship segment dominated the market mostly. The direct transfer of LNG between two ships is known as "ship-to-ship bunkering," and it usually involves a specialized LNG bunkering vessel and the receiving ship. This technique works especially well for bigger boats and enables bunkering to take place when both are anchored or at sea.

    Figure 1: Europe LNG Bunkering Market, by Product Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)

    Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, Market Research Future Database and Analyst Review

    LNG Bunkering Application Insights

    The Europe LNG Bunkering market segmentation, based on application, includes Container Fleet, Tanker Fleet, Cargo Fleet, Ferries, Inland Vessels, and Others. The tanker category generated the most income. Various tanker fleets are available, with differences in tanker capacity: small tanker, intermediate tanker, large range 1 (LR1), large range 2 (LR2), very large crude carrier (VLCC), and ultra-large crude carrier (ULCC). Bulk gases and liquids are stored or transported using tanker fleets. These serve as storage and delivery systems for a variety of goods, including vegetable oil, wine, freshwater, molasses, and gas.

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    Regional Insights

    Europe held a sizable portion of the world market for LNG bunkering. This is explained by the region's early use of LNG as a maritime fuel and the existence of emission control areas (ECAs). Additionally, strict environmental rules are being framed by European nations to reduce air pollution, which is anticipated to promote the use of LNG as a maritime fuel in the area. Moreover, the growing need for LNG to lessen the maritime industry's carbon impact is a major driver of the LNG bunkering market.

    Moreover, LNG is a superior substitute fuel, and governments have been implementing measures to accommodate LNG.  Furthermore, strict environmental rules are being framed by European nations to reduce air pollution, which is anticipated to promote the use of LNG as a maritime fuel in the area.

    Figure 2: Europe Lng Bunkering Market Share By Region 2022 (Usd Billion)

    EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022

    Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, Market Research Future Database and Analyst Review

    Key Players and Competitive Insights

    Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the LNG bunkering market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their  footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, LNG bunkering industry must offer cost-effective items.

    Key Companies in the Europe LNG Bunkering Market market include

    Industry Developments

    Market Segmentation

    LNG Bunkering Regional Outlook

    • Europe Germany France UK Italy Spain Sweden Denmark Luxembourg Norway Austria Rest of Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • UK
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Sweden
    • Denmark
    • Luxembourg
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Rest of Europe

    LNG Bunkering Application Outlook

    • Container Fleet
    • Tanker Fleet
    • Cargo Fleet
    • Ferries
    • Inland Vessels
    • Others

    LNG Bunkering Product Type Outlook

    • Truck-to-Ship
    • Port-to-Ship
    • Ship-to-Ship
    • Portable Tanks

    Report Scope

    Report Attribute/Metric Details
    Market Size 2035 USD 645.67 Million
    Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 0.00% (2025 - 2035)
    Base Year 2024
    Market Forecast Period 2025 - 2035
    Historical Data 2018- 2022
    Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
    Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
    Segments Covered Product Type, Application, and Region
    Region Covered Europe
    Countries Covered Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Austria, and Rest of Europe
    Key Companies Profiled PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS), SHV ENERGY, EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION, KOREA GAS CORPORATION, POLSKIE LNG S.A., TOTAL SE, ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC, CROWLEY MARITIME CORPORATION, KLAW LNG, GASUM OY, HARVEY GULF INTERNATIONAL MARINE, BROADVIEW ENERGY SOLUTIONS B.V.
    Key Market Opportunities Improvements to the LNG distribution network
    Key Market Dynamics Growing use of LNG as a fuel for ships while putting a greater emphasis on sustainable development·       Rise in the production and exploration of gas
    Market Size 2024 175.52 (Value (USD Billion))
    Market Size 2025 184.47 (Value (USD Billion))

    Market Highlights

    Author

    Swapnil Palwe
    Team Lead - Research

    She holds an experience of about 6+ years in market research and business consulting, working under the spectrum of information communication technology, telecommunications and semiconductor domains. aarti conceptualizes and implements a scalable business strategy and provides strategic leadership to the clients. her expertise lies in market estimation, competitive intelligence, pipeline analysis, customer assessment, etc.

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    FAQs

    How much is the LNG bunkering market?

    The Europe LNG Bunkering market size was valued at USD 158.9 Million in 2022.

    What is the growth rate of the LNG bunkering market?

    The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 15% during the forecast period, 2023-2032.

    Who are the key players in the LNG bunkering market?

    The key players in the market are PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS), SHV ENERGY, EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION, KOREA GAS CORPORATION, POLSKIE LNG S.A., TOTAL SE, ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC, CROWLEY MARITIME CORPORATION, KLAW LNG, GASUM OY, HARVEY GULF INTERNATIONAL MARINE, BROADVIEW ENERGY SOLUTIONS B.V.

    Which product type led the LNG bunkering market?

    The ship-to-ship category dominated the market in 2022.

    Which application had the largest market share in the LNG bunkering market?

    The tanker category had the largest share in the market.

    1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
    2. MARKET INTRODUCTION
      1. Definition
      2. Scope of the Study
        1. Research
      3. Objective
      4. 2.2.2.
      5. Assumptions
      6. 2.2.3.
      7. Limitations
      8. 3.
    3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
      1. 3.1.
      2. Overview
      3. 3.2.
      4. Data Mining
      5. 3.3.
      6. Secondary Research
      7. 3.4.
      8. Primary Research
      9. 3.4.1.
      10. Primary Interviews and Information Gathering Process
    4. Breakdown of Primary Respondents
      1. Forecasting Model
      2. Market Size Estimation
        1. Bottom-Up Approach
        2. Top-Down Approach
      3. Data Triangulation
      4. Validation
    5. MARKET DYNAMICS
      1. Overview
      2. Drivers
      3. Restraints
      4. Opportunities
    6. MARKET FACTOR ANALYSIS
      1. Value Chain Analysis
      2. Porter’s Five
        1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
        2. Threat of New Entrants
        3. Threat of Substitutes
        4. Intensity of Rivalry
      3. Forces Analysis
      4. 5.2.1.
      5. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      6. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
        1. Market Impact Analysis
        2. Regional Impact
        3. Opportunity and
      7. Threat Analysis
      8. 6.
    7. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE
      1. Overview
      2. Truck-to-Ship
      3. Port-to-Ship
      4. Ship-to-Ship
      5. Portable Tanks
    8. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION
      1. Overview
      2. Container Fleet
      3. Tanker Fleet
      4. Cargo Fleet
      5. Ferries
      6. Inland Vessels
      7. Others
    9. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING
    10. MARKET, BY REGION
      1. 8.1.
      2. Overview
      3. 8.2.
      4. Europe
      5. 8.2.1.
      6. Germany
      7. 8.2.2.
      8. France
      9. 8.2.3.
      10. UK
    11. Italy
    12. Spain
    13. Sweden
    14. Denmark
    15. Luxembourg
    16. Norway
    17. Austria
    18. Rest of Europe
    19. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
      1. Overview
      2. Competitive Analysis
      3. Market Share Analysis
      4. Major Growth Strategy
      5. in the Europe LNG Bunkering Market,
      6. Competitive Benchmarking
      7. Leading Players in Terms of Number of Developments
      8. in the Europe LNG Bunkering Market,
      9. Key developments and Growth Strategies
        1. New Product Launch/Service
        2. Joint Ventures
      10. Deployment
      11. 9.7.2.
      12. Merger & Acquisitions
      13. Major Players Financial Matrix
        1. Sales & Operating Income, 2022
        2. Major Players
      14. R&D Expenditure. 2022
    20. COMPANY PROFILES
      1. PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS)
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      2. SHV ENERGY
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      3. EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      4. KOREA GAS CORPORATION
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      5. POLSKIE LNG S.A
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      6. TOTAL SE
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      7. ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      8. CROWLEY MARITIME CORPORATION
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      9. KLAW LNG
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      10. GASUM OY
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      11. HARVEY GULF INTERNATIONAL
        1. Company Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Products Offered
        4. Key Developments
        5. SWOT Analysis
        6. Key Strategies
      12. MARINE
      13. 10.11.1.
      14. Company Overview
      15. 10.11.2.
      16. Financial Overview
      17. 10.11.3.
      18. Products Offered
      19. 10.11.4.
      20. Key Developments
      21. 10.11.5.
      22. SWOT Analysis
      23. 10.11.6.
      24. Key Strategies
      25. 10.12.
      26. BROADVIEW ENERGY SOLUTIONS B.V.
    21. APPENDIX
      1. References
      2. Related Reports
    22. LIST OF TABLES
    23. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET, SYNOPSIS, 2018-2032
    24. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING
      1. MARKET, ESTIMATES & FORECAST, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    25. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE,
    26. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD
      1. BILLION)
      2. TABLE
    27. GERMANY: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    28. GERMANY: LNG
    29. BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    30. FRANCE: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT
      1. TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    31. FRANCE: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD
      1. BILLION)
      2. TABLE
    32. ITALY: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    33. ITALY: LNG BUNKERING
    34. MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    35. SPAIN: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE,
    36. SPAIN: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD
      1. BILLION)
      2. TABLE
    37. UK: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    38. UK: LNG BUNKERING MARKET,
      1. BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    39. SWEDEN: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE,
    40. SWEDEN: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD
      1. BILLION)
      2. TABLE
    41. DENMARK: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    42. DENMARK: LNG
    43. BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    44. LUXEMBOURG: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT
      1. TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    45. LUXEMBOURG: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032
      1. (USD BILLION)
      2. TABLE
    46. NORWAY: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    47. NORWAY: LNG
    48. BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    49. AUSTRIA: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT
      1. TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    50. AUSTRIA: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD
      1. BILLION)
      2. TABLE
    51. REST OF EUROPE: LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    52. REST OF EUROPE:
    53. LNG BUNKERING MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD BILLION)
    54. LIST OF FIGURES
    55. RESEARCH PROCESS
    56. MARKET STRUCTURE
    57. FOR THE EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET
    58. MARKET DYNAMICS FOR THE EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET
    59. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING
    60. MARKET, SHARE (%), BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2021
    61. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET, SHARE (%), BY APPLICATION,
      1. FIGURE
    62. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET, SHARE (%), BY REGION, 2021
    63. EUROPE LNG BUNKERING MARKET: COMPANY SHARE
      1. ANALYSIS, 2021 (%)
      2. FIGURE
    64. PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS): FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    65. PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD
      1. (PETRONAS): SWOT ANALYSIS
    66. SHV ENERGY: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    67. SHV ENERGY: SWOT ANALYSIS
    68. EXXON MOBIL
      1. CORPORATION: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    69. EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION: SWOT ANALYSIS
    70. KOREA GAS CORPORATION:
      1. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    71. KOREA GAS CORPORATION: SWOT ANALYSIS
    72. POLSKIE LNG S.A: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    73. POLSKIE LNG
      1. S.A: SWOT ANALYSIS
      2. FIGURE
    74. TOTAL SE: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    75. TOTAL SE: SWOT ANALYSIS
    76. ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      1. SNAPSHOT
      2. FIGURE
    77. ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC: SWOT ANALYSIS
    78. CROWLEY MARITIME CORPORATION: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
      1. SNAPSHOT
      2. FIGURE
    79. CROWLEY MARITIME CORPORATION: SWOT ANALYSIS
    80. KLAW LNG: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    81. KLAW LNG: SWOT
      1. ANALYSIS
      2. FIGURE
    82. GASUM OY: FINANCIAL OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
    83. GASUM OY: SWOT ANALYSIS
    84. HARVEY GULF INTERNATIONAL MARINE: FINANCIAL
      1. OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
      2. FIGURE
    85. HARVEY GULF INTERNATIONAL MARINE: SWOT ANALYSIS
    86. BROADVIEW ENERGY SOLUTIONS B.V.: FINANCIAL
      1. OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT
      2. FIGURE
    87. BROADVIEW ENERGY SOLUTIONS B.V.: SWOT ANALYSIS

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