Wartsila to Deliver Biogas Upgrading Plant to Danish Renewable Energy Provider Bigadan AS

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Wartsila Corporation has been contracted to deliver a biogas upgrading plant to Danish renewable energy solutions provider Bigadan AS, marking a significant step in scaling up biogas production and utilisation in Denmark. The plant will have the capacity to upgrade 6000 Nm3 per hour of raw biogas and will be located at Bigadan's biogas facility in Horsens, Denmark. This project represents a crucial milestone in the country's green transition, as it will enable the efficient and effective use of biogas as a renewable energy source.

Key Takeaways:

  • Wartsila Corporation's Wartsila Gas Solutions division has been contracted to deliver a biogas upgrading plant (PuregasCA) to Bigadan AS, a Danish renewable energy solutions provider.
  • The plant will have the capacity to upgrade 6000 Nm3 per hour of raw biogas and will be located at Bigadan's biogas facility in Horsens, Denmark.
  • The project represents a significant step in scaling up biogas production and utilisation in Denmark, and will contribute to the country's green transition.
  • The Wartsila Gas Solutions biogas upgrading solution is based on amine scrubber technology, allowing for efficient and effective upgrading of biogas to meet Danish national gas grid standards.
  • The project is expected to be in full operation, delivering upgraded gas to the Danish national grid in Q3 2026.
  • Wartsila's scope includes installation and commissioning of the plant.
  • The collaboration between Wartsila and Bigadan is an important element in creating a holistic energy strategy, contributing to the country's efforts to reduce carbon emissions and promote cleaner energy sources.
  • Wartsila Gas Solutions is a market leader in biogas solutions, providing innovative systems and lifecycle services for the gas value chain.

Statistics:

  • 6000 Nm3 per hour: the capacity of the biogas upgrading plant to upgrade raw biogas.
  • Q3 2026: the expected completion date of the project.
  • Q3 2025: the quarter in which the contract was booked.
  • EUR 6.4 billion: Wartsila's net sales totalled in 2024.
  • 77 countries: Wartsila's global presence.
  • 18,300 professionals: the number of people in Wartsila's dedicated and passionate team across the globe.

Sources:

  • Wartsila Corporation
  • "Wartsila to deliver biogas upgrading plant to Bigadan AS" (Original Press Release, October 20, 2025)
  • Wartsila Gas Solutions
  • Wartsila Corporation's website
  • Wartsila in brief
  • Wartsila Gas Solutions in brief
  • Contify.com