LNG & LPG Mobile Tank & Container Suppliers
LNG and LPG mobile tanks and containers move liquefied natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas from production sites to distribution terminals, industrial users, and small-scale receiving stations. Unlike stationary storage, mobile equipment must meet road, rail, and marine transport regulations while maintaining cargo temperature — LNG at -162 °C in vacuum-insulated vessels, LPG typically at -42 °C for propane and 0 °C for butane in refrigerated or pressurized designs.
The main formats in this category are ISO tank containers rated for intermodal transport, semi-trailer tanks for road distribution, rail tank cars, small-scale bunker tanks for LNG marine fueling, and cryogenic transport cylinders. Buyers source these for LNG virtual pipeline projects, LNG bunkering at ports, industrial LPG distribution, marine and off-grid power generation, and mobile refueling infrastructure.
This directory lists LNG and LPG mobile tank and container manufacturers and suppliers worldwide. Stationary LNG and LPG storage is covered under the separate stationary cryogenic storage tanks category. Each supplier profile covers container formats, capacities (typically 20 to 50 m³ for ISO tanks, up to 60 m³ for semi-trailers), design pressures, holding time performance, and code compliance under ASME, PED, IMDG for marine, ADR for road, and RID for rail, plus certifications for LNG-specific transport such as IMO IGC Code.
Procurement teams comparing suppliers typically weigh holding time in days, tare weight versus payload, MEGC configurations for LPG, insulation performance, intermodal certification status, fitting standards (bottom or top offloading, dry-break couplings), and delivery lead times. Filter suppliers by country, container format, gas served, or capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a stationary LNG tank and a mobile LNG container?
Stationary tanks are installed at fixed locations and typically hold 30 to 200,000+ m³. Mobile containers are certified for road, rail, or marine transport and range from 40-foot ISO tanks (~46 m³) down to portable cylinders. Mobile equipment must meet transport regulations (ADR, RID, IMDG) that don't apply to stationary storage.
How long can LNG be held in a mobile ISO tank container?
Well-designed vacuum-insulated LNG ISO tanks achieve holding times of 60 to 90 days before pressure buildup requires venting or use. Actual holding time depends on ambient temperature, initial fill pressure, and cargo composition.
Are LPG containers the same as LNG containers?
No. LPG (propane, butane, propylene) is typically handled at 8 to 25 bar at ambient temperature — single-wall pressure vessels are sufficient. LNG requires vacuum insulation and low-temperature stainless steel to maintain -162 °C. Some fully refrigerated LPG carriers do use insulation to store at -42 °C.
What transport regulations apply to LNG and LPG mobile tanks?
For road transport, ADR (Europe) or DOT/49 CFR (US). For rail, RID (Europe) or DOT/AAR (US). For marine transport, IMDG Code and the IMO IGC Code for gas carriers. ISO tank containers additionally require CSC certification and periodic inspection under UN portable tank standards T50 or T75.
Can I lease instead of buying LNG or LPG containers?
Yes. Several suppliers offer both sale and lease models. ISO tank containers are commonly leased for short-term project use and virtual pipeline projects. See also the ISO tank leasing and rental category for dedicated leasing companies.