What is the difference between LNG and CNG?
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LNG and CNG have different production methods. Below are the specific introductions of LNG and CNG: LNG: LNG is the abbreviation for Liquefied Natural Gas. CNG: Compressed Natural Gas (abbreviated as CNG) is natural gas pressurized (over 3,600 pounds per square inch) and stored in containers in a gaseous state. It has the same composition as pipeline natural gas. CNG can be used as vehicle fuel. The relationship between LNG and CNG: LNG can be used to produce CNG. Vehicles that use CNG as fuel are called NGVs (Natural Gas Vehicles). Compared to traditional methods of producing CNG, this process requires less expensive precision equipment and only about 15% of the operating and maintenance costs.