By Exec Edge Editorial Staff
BGN Group may not be an everyday presence in Americans’ lives the way more familiar energy companies are, but it may soon be, thanks to recent investments.
The company, a global energy and commodities business, is now the largest offtaker of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) in the US.
BGN’s “North Gas,” a 230-meter Very Large Gas Carrier, which carries LPG and other offtakes from BGN’s U.S. suppliers. (Courtesy BGN)
LPG, a cleaner-burning fuel that offers a practical alternative to coal and oil, is a fast-growing market that was estimated to be worth $145 billion globally in 2025.
BGN is a far-reaching and expanding presence in the global energy and commodities trading sector, operating in 120 countries around the world. And, from its North American headquarters in Houston, the company is poised to expand its presence and raise its U.S. profile.
“We are committed to partnering with American energy innovators to deliver reliability, affordability, and sustainability for the next generation,” said Ruya Bayegan, the group’s chairwoman.
The family-owned, multi-generational energy and commodities business is based in Geneva. In addition to Houston, it has operations in Dubai, Casablanca, Doha, Rotterdam and Singapore. It operates through its two main subsidiaries, BGN International (BGN Int.) and BGN Energy, each specializing in distinct areas of the energy market.
Bayegan has been instrumental in shaping the company’s strategic direction and driving its growth. With a background in executive roles within family businesses, she has led BGN since its inception, expanding its operations and establishing offices in key global locations.
BGN Int. serves as the trading arm of BGN Group, focusing on the storage and transportation of petroleum products, petrochemicals and other commodities worldwide. It has an extensive network of refineries, producers, state oil companies and international traders. BGN Int. also deals in minerals and carbon credits and is one of the sector’s largest LPG traders. It also has the world’s largest LPG fleet and has access to crude in South America, USGC, Canada, the North Sea, the Mediterranean, the Middle East, the Far East and Africa
BGN Energy, the investment and development arm of BGN Group, focuses on midstream and upstream energy projects, supports the energy transition and enhances the group’s trading activities. BGN Energy’s core areas include upstream oil production and development of renewable energy with the goal of generating significant renewable capacity by 2030. It also deals in transition fuels, including trading in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). With more than 38 vessels under management, BGN moves 10 percent of the global LPG trade.
The group’s Houston headquarters serves as a hub for the company’s activities in North America, focusing on trading, investment and development projects. The office’s strategic location in one of the world’s leading energy centers allows BGN to stay at the forefront of industry developments and maintain close relationships with key stakeholders.
BGN Group has built its success on a foundation of strategic partnerships and relationships with key players across the energy value chain. These include partnerships with refineries and producers, state oil companies, international traders, industrial and petrochemical companies, renewable energy projects and with organizations working to achieve net-zero carbon targets.
BGN Group views its participation in sustainable development as both a duty to society and an opportunity to achieve positive outcomes for its stakeholders.
The company has diversified its commodity trading portfolio, investing in lower-carbon-emitting products and renewable energy projects. Bayegan’s vision for the company includes pioneering a safe and secure energy transition and helping others achieve their net-zero emissions targets.
BGN’s approach to sustainability is embedded in its core strategy and operations. This includes reducing CO2 emission from fossil fuels through operational efficiencies and investing in cleaner fuels and biofuels as part of its expanding trading and investment portfolio
BGN’s track record of achieving double-digit billion-dollar revenues and annual trading of 50 million metric tons of commodities, along with its global network of strategic partnerships, demonstrates operational excellence and financial resilience. The company’s commitment to transparency, regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement positions it as a trusted partner for U.S. industry leaders navigating the evolving energy landscape.
BGN Group’s commitment to innovation and sustainability, coupled with its strategic investments in renewable energy and transition fuels, ensures its continued growth and relevance in the global energy sector. The company’s focus on expanding its core business and embracing new technologies will drive its future success.
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