- The ammonia transfer pilot was conducted at Port Dampier under Pilbara Port Authority supervision.
- Yara operates an 850,000 metric ton per annum ammonia plant in Karratha.
- Project Yuri, a renewable ammonia initiative, aims to start by 2026.
Ammonia Bunkering Pilot
Yara Clean Ammonia played a crucial role in a maritime decarbonization initiative led by the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation. The project marked the first ship-to-ship ammonia transfer at anchorage in Western Australia, demonstrating ammonia's potential as a marine fuel.
Operational Details
Conducted under the supervision of the Pilbara Port Authority, the pilot took place in the anchorage area of Port Dampier. It simulated real-world bunkering conditions, proving that ammonia transfer can be safely and effectively executed offshore.
Yara's Contributions
Yara supplied the ammonia for the transfer, chartered the Green Pioneer of MOL gas carrier, and contributed technical expertise to safety studies, risk assessments, and emergency response planning.
Future Prospects
Yara's presence in the Pilbara, with its 850,000 metric ton per annum ammonia plant in Karratha, positions it to lead zero-to-near-zero emission ammonia supply chains. The company is advancing Project Yuri, a renewable ammonia project targeting startup by 2026, and exploring additional low-emission initiatives at its Yara Pilbara Fertilisers site.
