The global market for LNG bunkering experienced substantial growth in 2025, with volumes increasing to almost 4 million metric tons. This represents a 38% rise compared to the previous year. This expansion was supported by a wave of new vessel deliveries in 2024, which helped to resolve supply chain constraints and enabled a significant increase in bunkering operations.
For freight forwarders and shippers, the increasing adoption of LNG as a marine fuel indicates a growing trend towards cleaner shipping. This could lead to more vessels operating on LNG, potentially influencing vessel availability and routing decisions, especially on trade lanes where LNG bunkering infrastructure is well-developed. The continued growth in LNG bunkering capacity suggests a more stable and accessible supply for vessels utilizing this fuel, which may impact operational planning and fuel cost considerations for carriers, ultimately affecting freight rates.
