Factories Find Lifeline in Industrial LPG Amid Energy Shortages

Factories in Bangladesh are facing an energy crisis due to domestic gas production remaining under pressure and imported LNG being exposed to price volatility, shipping disruptions, and limited regasification capacity. To mitigate this risk, Omera Petroleum Limited is offering industrial LPG as a contingency supply solution.

Omera's industrial LPG solutions provide factories with dependable heat for process operations, allowing them to maintain production schedules despite pipeline gas pressure fluctuations. The company offers customized energy assessment, system design, equipment supply, installation, commissioning, delivery planning, and technical support.

Industrial LPG sales have risen from around 500 tonnes a month in 2021 to approximately 5,000 tonnes, with about 70 active industrial customers. Garments and textiles lead demand, followed by steel and ceramics. The growth suggests LPG is becoming a planned part of the energy mix.

While pipeline gas remains cheaper where adequate pressure is available, factories must choose between LPG, a costlier liquid fuel, or an idle production line. Omera estimates that smaller installations may begin at around Tk 1 crore, while complex systems can require several crores.