Gasib, a leading company in the liquefied gas solutions market in Spain and Portugal, has made a significant move by formalizing its investment in BeGas. This Spanish technology company is at the forefront of developing engines powered entirely by autogas and bio-autogas , a key component for the future of sustainable mobility in the professional sector. The collaboration goes beyond a simple financial exchange; it aims to establish a clear roadmap so that transport companies see gas as a real and tangible future option.
The agreement comes at a time of uncertainty for many fleets that are unsure which technology to choose in light of environmental restrictions. By joining forces, both entities offer a package that includes everything from fuel delivery to the customer's own facilities to the availability of trucks specifically designed for this fuel. It is, therefore, a commitment to solutions that are already available and do not require waiting for experimental infrastructure that could take years to become established in our country.
A significant financial and technological alliance
Gasib's acquisition of a stake in BeGas has been formalized through a capital increase of €25,8 million. This transaction, the largest undertaken by the technology company to date, is also backed by the Centre for the Development of Technology and Innovation (CDTI) through its Innvierte fund. With this move, Gasib becomes the third largest shareholder in the company, ensuring the industrial stability necessary to undertake large-scale projects.
Gasib's management is clear that this investment is a strategic step towards the immediate decarbonization of transport. It's not just about putting money on the table, but about developing a standardized and competitive technological solution that allows companies to reduce their environmental footprint without sacrificing competitiveness. The underlying idea is that the innovation developed in Spain will remain here and be used to renew a vehicle fleet that, in the case of heavy goods vehicles, continues to be one of the largest emitters of pollutants.
Comprehensive solutions for fleet decarbonization
One of the most interesting aspects of this partnership is the joint commercial offer aimed at light and heavy transport operators. The concept is simple: to make things easier for those who need to refuel at their base. To this end, Gasib installs the necessary tanks at the clients' garages, ensuring that fuel arrives without complications. This "base" delivery model is essential so that professionals don't waste time looking for external refueling points and can maintain their usual work schedules.
In addition to the charging infrastructure, interested companies have two ways to join the transition. Firstly, they can retrofit their existing vehicles with BeGas technology, giving a second life to trucks that still have plenty of life left. Secondly, they can purchase new vehicles from Herko, a manufacturer of trucks that run exclusively on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) or its renewable version, bio-LPG. In fact, Gasib has already begun leading by example, incorporating Herko trucks for bottle deliveries in cities like Seville, Alicante, and Jaca.
Environmental benefits and savings in everyday life
Using autogas isn't just a matter of environmental awareness; the numbers add up from the very first kilometer. It's estimated that the cost savings are around 50% when comparing the price per liter with traditional fuels like diesel or gasoline. Furthermore, vehicles using this technology receive the ECO label from the Spanish Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) , allowing them to circulate without restrictions in low-emission zones in major cities—something that has become a major headache for many logistics companies.
Regarding the environmental impact, the data is quite compelling. Autogas reduces CO2 emissions by 20% compared to conventional fossil fuels, but with bio-autogas, that figure can reach up to 92%. Furthermore, the improvement in local air quality is significant, with a reduction of up to 99% in particulate matter and 96% in nitrogen oxides. We also mustn't forget the acoustic comfort, as these engines are 50% quieter, improving the environment in the neighborhoods where they make their delivery routes.
Gasib and BeGas are demonstrating that the path to cleaner transport can be taken today by leveraging mature and efficient solutions. Thanks to this strategic investment and a comprehensive commercial offering that covers everything from refueling to the necessary machinery, Spanish companies have a powerful tool at their disposal to cut costs and reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing operational efficiency. The deployment of the first Herko trucks on our roads is just the beginning of a transformation that promises to change the landscape of professional logistics in the coming years.