Automotive & Industrial
Designing an LNG network that covers most of the Czech Republic
Logio partnered with GasNet, the largest gas distributor in the Czech Republic, to model the optimal network of LNG filling stations for heavy road transport.
Outcome
Using distribution strategy modelling, Logio identified station locations along key international freight corridors so that the driving distance to the nearest LNG station remains realistic while covering the majority of the country’s territory. The design supports GasNet’s transition towards modern and greener energy infrastructure for long haul trucking.
Up to roughly
0 % of Czech territory covered by the designed LNG infrastructure
Planned
0 LNG filling stations in the initial network design
About GasNet
GasNet operates the largest gas distribution system in the Czech Republic. The company manages around 65,000 kilometres of gas pipelines and covers approximately 80 % of the country’s territory, excluding Prague and the South Bohemia region. It supplies natural gas safely and reliably to more than 2.3 million customers and is a key part of the country’s critical energy infrastructure.
65,000 km of gas pipelines managed across the Czech Republic
~80 % share of domestic gas distribution coverage
2.3 million customers supplied with natural gas
Initial challenge
GasNet wanted to understand where in the Czech Republic to build a first network of LNG filling stations so that LNG becomes a practical and reliable option for long haul road transport.
Project goal
Define an LNG station network that covers the main international freight corridors, keeps the distance to the nearest LNG station realistic for truck operators, and provides a strong foundation for future expansion of low emission fuel infrastructure in line with national clean mobility objectives.
Solution
Modelling LNG demand along key transit corridors
Logio used its distribution strategy modelling software to analyse freight flows through the Czech Republic and simulate different LNG station layouts before recommending an optimal network design.
Solutions implemented
Automated & Efficient Warehousing
Intralogistics & Material Flow
Process Mapping & Analysis
Impact
Accessible LNG infrastructure along key freight corridors
Coverage of most of the Czech Republic
Design of a network of seven LNG stations that will be able to serve more than three quarters of the country’s territory, corresponding to roughly 80 % coverage once the rollout is complete.
Focused investment in the right locations
LNG station sites selected along the main long haul transit routes so that infrastructure follows actual freight flows rather than only administrative regions.
Realistic distance to the nearest LNG station
Network design set to keep the driving distance to the next LNG station at a practical level for truck operators, reducing range anxiety and planning complexity.
Easier adoption of low emission fuel for carriers
A clearly defined and visible LNG corridor network sends a strong signal to transport companies that the technology is available and usable in daily operations.
Foundation for future LNG network growth
The initial seven station concept provides a robust backbone that can be densified to meet the long term national targets for LNG vehicles and filling stations set in the National Action Plan for Clean Mobility.
Plan your next infrastructure network with confidence
If you are deciding where to place new logistics or energy infrastructure, we can help you model different scenarios, understand the impact on coverage and accessibility, and choose an optimal network design. Let’s talk about how advanced distribution modelling can support your next investment.
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