Helsinki, Finland | October 30, 2025 – Elenger, the largest private energy company in the Baltic-Finnish region, has confirmed it has begun supplying liquefied biomethane (bio-LNG) to Tallink’s newest vessel, the MyStar. This operational milestone moves the Finnish-Estonian route further toward decarbonization, as bio-LNG—produced from renewable raw materials—significantly reduces shipping emissions and supports regional climate goals.
The Transition to Renewable Fuel
The commencement of supply formalizes the next step in the long-term partnership between Elenger and Tallink. Tallink, a regional leader in adopting cleaner fuels, began using LNG technology in 2017 and is now progressing toward the wider use of biomethane.
Search results confirm that MyStar had already completed six successful bio-LNG bunkering operations in the months leading up to this formal announcement, demonstrating a smooth cooperation between the partners and a phased transition toward the renewable fuel.
“Through its sustainable choices, Tallink sets an example for other operators in the Baltic Sea, and Elenger has supported this long-term development from the very beginning. Tallink adopted LNG technology back in 2017 and is now transitioning toward the broader use of biomethane-based natural gas,” says Margus Kaasik, CEO of Elenger Group.
Full Fleet Decarbonization Goal
Tallink Grupp plans to rapidly scale up the use of bio-LNG across its most important shuttle fleet.
Paavo Nõgene, CEO of Tallink Grupp, adds that the company plans to switch entirely to bio-LNG on both the MyStar and Megastar vessels within a year. “This also allows our customers to reduce their own environmental impact by choosing Tallink,” Nõgene notes.
The bio-LNG supplied by Elenger is certified, guaranteeing that the fuel is produced from renewable raw materials and meets stringent international sustainability standards. While bio-LNG is more expensive than fossil LNG, the company notes that its benefits of lower CO2 quota requirements help balance the operational costs.
Natural gas produced from biomethane has already established itself as a cleaner fuel in road transport and industry, and its use in maritime transport is now steadily increasing, particularly in preparation for the compliance requirements of FuelEU Maritime.
About AS Tallink Grupp
AS Tallink Grupp is one of the leading providers of passenger and cargo transport services in the Baltic Sea region. The company operates ships on crucial routes between Estonia, Finland, and Sweden, managing a fleet of 11 vessels under the Tallink Silja Line and Tallink Shuttle brands, including the highly efficient LNG-powered MyStar and Megastar.
In addition to maritime transport, Tallink Grupp utilizes a strategic business model that includes the short- and long-term chartering of ships and manages subsidiaries related to the tourism and transport sectors across six EU countries: Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden, and Germany. Tallink Grupp’s vision is to provide high-quality, sustainable, and innovative travel and transport services in the northern Baltic Sea region, making them a key leader in the region’s decarbonization efforts.
About Elenger
Elenger is the largest privately owned energy company in the Baltic-Finnish region, operating in six markets – Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Germany – and serving a total of more than 450,000 customers. Elenger’s activities cover energy sales and trade, energy infrastructure and energy production. Elenger offers customers natural gas of Western origin and renewable biomethane, and manages gas distribution networks in Estonia, Latvia and Poland with a total length of 9,000 km.
Source: Elenger