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 started 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.
At the heart of the new facility is Nordsol's proprietary liquefaction technology. Designed for decentralized and small-scale applications, Nordsol's system seamlessly integrates with biogas upgrading plants, transforming raw biogas into a clean, transportable, and storable fuel.
Norway is widely recognized as a leader in the shift towards fossil-free transport. The Hardanger plant contributes to that effort by turning local organic waste into a climate-friendly fuel, helping to decarbonize road freight and maritime transport in a circular way.
Nordsol's contribution to the project reflects its broader role in scaling up decentralized LBG production across Europe. With Nordsol-built plants already operational in the Netherlands and the UK, the company is now constructing new facilities in Sweden, 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.
“ 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."
