Vireo selects Nordsol technology for new LBG plant.
Nordsol brings its advanced biomethane liquefaction technology to Norway, converting locally produced biogas into renewable LBG for heavy transport and shipping.
Amsterdam / Hardanger, 08 October 2025 – Dutch technology company Nordsol has been selected by Norwegian renewable energy developer Vireo to deliver a new liquefied biogas (LBG, bio-LNG) production plant in Hardanger. The facility will be Nordsol’s first project in Norway. It will use the company’s proven technology to convert biogas, produced on-site from salmon processing residues and poultry manure, into high-quality LBG for use in road transport and maritime sectors.
“When searching for a suitable partner for biogas upgrading and liquefaction, we looked for a supplier with a focus on innovation, stability, and reliable performance,” says Reinhard Lund-Mikkelson, CEO of Vireo. “After reviewing Nordsol’s technology, we found comfort in the solution and the technical know-how within the company. We look forward to developing the project with Nordsol’s project team.”
Construction has begun in Q2 2025, and commissioning is planned for Q3 2026. The project will process around 125,000 tons of organic feedstock per year, producing approximately 90 GWh of renewable LBG annually. All LBG from the plant will be supplied to the Nordic energy company Gasum under a long-term offtake agreement.
Efficient, decentralised LBG production
At the heart of the new facility is Nordsol’s proprietary liquefaction technology. Designed for decentralised and small-scale applications, Nordsol’s system seamlessly integrates with biogas upgrading plants, transforming raw biogas into a clean, transportable, and storable fuel.
“Delivering our first plant in Norway is a milestone for Nordsol,” says Léon van Bossum, CEO at Nordsol. “This project reflects our mission to make LBG production local, clean, and economically viable. Our technology allows organic waste to become a valuable energy source, supporting regional sustainability goals and reducing emissions in long-haul transport, where it matters most.”
Supporting Norway’s leadership in sustainable transport
Norway is widely recognised as a leader in the shift towards fossil-free transport. The Hardanger plant contributes to that effort by turning local organic residues into a climate-friendly fuel, helping to decarbonise road freight and maritime transport in a circular way.
Nordsol’s contribution to the project reflects its broader role in scaling up decentralised LBG production across Europe. With Nordsol-built plants already operational in the Netherlands and the UK, the company is now constructing new facilities in Portugal and Switzerland, and developing additional projects across Europe. Each installation supports local value chains and delivers clean fuel where it is most needed, reinforcing Europe’s transition to a circular energy future.
About Nordsol
Nordsol is a technology pioneer in on-site production of fossil-free bio-LNG. Its proprietary systems convert biogas from advanced feedstocks, organic waste streams no longer suitable for food, feed, or other high-value use, into high-purity bio-LNG for heavy road and maritime transport. With a focus on energy efficiency, reliability, and ease of operation, Nordsol’s installations are active across Europe. The company also owns and operates two production sites in the Netherlands.
About Vireo
Vireo is a Norwegian renewable energy developer focused on local biogas solutions. The Hardanger plant is one of several projects under development, with the aim of creating sustainable value chains for agriculture, aquaculture, and transport.