Demand for vehicles running on natural gas is increasing in Russia, driven by the fuel's cost advantages and environmental benefits compared to traditional petroleum products, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.
Novak, speaking in the Tver Region, noted that converting transport fleets to compressed natural gas (CNG) has become particularly relevant in the current economic environment.
He emphasized that gas-based motor fuel offers significant savings for operators while reducing emissions, positioning it as a strategic alternative amid ongoing fuel market dynamics.
The push for CNG adoption comes as Russia manages its domestic fuel supply chain.
Novak recently reassured markets that the country possesses adequate refining capacity to meet current domestic demand, aiming to stabilize consumer confidence following earlier concerns about fuel availability.
This shift in transport fuel preference aligns with broader structural changes in the Russian energy sector.