- Uniper signed a long-term SPA with QatarEnergy for helium supply.
- The agreement covers 70 million cubic feet annually for up to 15 years.
- Supply starts in September 2025 from Qatar's Ras Laffan facilities.
Agreement Details
Uniper has entered into a long-term sales and purchase agreement (SPA) with QatarEnergy for the supply of liquid helium. The agreement ensures an annual supply of approximately 70 million standard cubic feet, equivalent to about 2 million cubic meters, of high-purity helium. This contract is set to last for up to 15 years, commencing in September 2025.
Supply Source
The helium will be sourced from Qatar's advanced facilities located in Ras Laffan. This partnership highlights Uniper's strategy to maintain a diversified portfolio by securing helium from top-tier sources.
Industrial Applications
Helium is crucial for various advanced technologies and essential industrial applications. It is used in MRI scanners, semiconductor manufacturing, fiber optics, rocket engines, scientific research, diving, lifting, and welding.
