Independent Gas Transporters: Powering Local Gas Networks

Independent Gas Transporters (IGTs) are vital entities within the UK’s gas infrastructure, responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of local gas transportation networks. These networks act as crucial links, connecting directly to the major Gas Distribution Network (GDN) or indirectly via another IGT, ensuring the flow of gas to end consumers.

While IGT networks supply gas to a diverse range of properties including domestic residences, industrial facilities, and commercial buildings, they are particularly instrumental in facilitating gas connections for new housing and commercial developments. This focus on new infrastructure makes them a key enabler of urban expansion and economic growth. It is currently estimated that IGT networks deliver gas to approximately one million consumers across the UK, highlighting their significant reach and impact on the nation’s energy distribution.