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ANDRITZ to Design 100 MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Germany

At a glance
  • ANDRITZ received an order for a 100 MW green hydrogen plant in Rostock, Germany.
  • The plant will use HydrogenPro pressurized alkaline technology for electrolysis.
  • Commissioning is scheduled for 2027, with operations expected by 2028.
  • The project supports Germany's Hydrogen Core Network and European Hydrogen Backbone.

Project Overview

ANDRITZ has been commissioned to engineer a 100 MW green hydrogen plant in Rostock, Germany, by REPCO, a joint venture of RWE Generation SE, EnBW Neue Energien GmbH, RheinEnergie AG, and Rostock Port GmbH. The plant aims to support Germany's Hydrogen Core Network and the European Hydrogen Backbone, contributing to Europe's green energy transition.

Technology and Scope

Upon receiving the notice to proceed, ANDRITZ will deliver the plant on an EPC basis, utilizing HydrogenPro pressurized alkaline technology for the electrolysis process. The scope includes the production plant, offsites and utilities, hydrogen purification and compression systems, storage facilities, and a hydrogen filling station.

Timeline and Milestones

The investment decision is expected by mid-2025, with commissioning scheduled for 2027. The plant is anticipated to become operational in 2028, aligning with the timeline for the Hydrogen Core Network's activation.

Strategic Importance

This project marks a significant step in Germany's decarbonization strategy, serving local industries and the mobility sector. It will be one of the first plants in Germany to connect to the Hydrogen Core Network, a dedicated pipeline for hydrogen transport across Europe.

Previous Engagements

This is the second order for ANDRITZ related to a 100 MW green hydrogen plant in Germany, following a previous order from Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH. The joint venture REPCO, established in 2022, focuses on advancing green hydrogen production and distribution infrastructure.