Ammonia news

• 24 October 2024

  Yara Tertre Plans Site Transformation in Belgium

  The site will close its ammonia unit, focus on nitrate fertilizers, cut 115 jobs, and aim for decarbonization to enhance competitiveness and secure long-term operations. Safety remains a priority.
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  13 September 2024

  Minister Jordi Hereu Visits Cepsa’s Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley

  The Minister of Industry and Tourism reviewed green hydrogen, biofuel projects, and sustainable chemistry efforts, highlighting a €5 billion investment in Andalusia for energy transition and decarbonization.
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  31 August 2024

  Skovgaard, Vestas, and Topsoe Launch World's First of its Kind Green Ammonia Plant

  The new plant in Ramme, Denmark, converts renewable power to green ammonia, demonstrating cost-effective production and aiding in decarbonizing industries. Funded by the Danish EUDP, it produces 5,000 tons annually.
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  19 June 2024

  Generalitat Valenciana and IGNIS Sign MOU for Castellón Green Ammonia and Hydrogen Project

  The project aims to produce 800,000 tonnes/year of green ammonia, create 1,300 jobs, and cut 2 million tonnes of CO2 by 2031, enhancing Castellón's role in renewable energy and decarbonization.
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  10 June 2024

  Yara Opens Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Norway

  The new plant produces renewable hydrogen and ammonia, reducing CO2 emissions by 41,000 tonnes annually. It supports decarbonization in food, shipping, and energy sectors with low-carbon fertilizers.
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  16 May 2024

  BASF Introduces Biomass-Balanced Ammonia and Urea Products

  The new biomass-balanced ammonia and urea products reduce carbon footprints by 80% using certified biowaste and renewable energy, aiding customers in meeting sustainability targets.

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  9 March 2024

  Yara Reduces Production at Ferrara and Le Havre Plants Due to High Natural Gas Prices

  Production at these plants will operate at 45% capacity due to high natural gas prices. Yara will monitor the situation and use its global system to maintain supply and food chain continuity.
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  23 February 2024

  Europe's Chemical Industry Advances in Decarbonization February 2024

  Europe's chemical industry is progressing in decarbonization with new hydrogen, biofuel, and biomethane projects, emphasizing green chemistry and sustainable energy solutions.
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  5 February 2024

  Tecnimont to Design Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Plant in Portugal

  The project will produce green hydrogen and ammonia in Sines, Portugal, using renewable energy. It includes electrolyzers, nitrogen production, and storage, with a final decision expected by March 2024.
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  11 October 2023

  MadoquaPower2X boosts investment to €2.8 billion for green hydrogen in Portugal

  The project in Sines will now produce 150,000 tons of hydrogen and 1 million tons of green ammonia annually, creating 265 permanent and 6,000 indirect jobs, and supporting EU decarbonization goals.
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  3 August 2023

  thyssenkrupp Uhde Partners with SwitcH2 and BW Offshore for Floating Green Ammonia Plant

  The consortium is developing a floating green hydrogen and ammonia project, receiving a €3M Dutch grant. The FPSO plant will connect to a wind farm by 2027, using thyssenkrupp’s ammonia synthesis tech.
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  11 July 2023

  ORLEN Unipetrol Invests CZK 370 Million in Ammonia Production Modernisation

  The modernised ammonia unit in Litvínov boosts efficiency, reduces CO2 emissions, and increases recovery rates. The new reactor, operational since spring, supports ORLEN Unipetrol's decarbonisation goals.
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  23 June 2023

  Yara Clean Ammonia and Bunker Holding Partner to Develop Ammonia as Shipping Fuel

  The MOU aims to accelerate ammonia as a marine fuel, targeting key trade routes and supporting decarbonization. This collaboration enhances supply chain resilience and aligns with global sustainability goals.
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  13 June 2023

  Iberdrola to Develop Green Hydrogen Corridor Between Spain and Netherlands

  Agreements signed to establish a green hydrogen maritime corridor, enhancing transport, storage, and distribution between Spain and the Netherlands, aiming to decarbonize Northern Europe's industry.
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  9 June 2023

  Iberdrola and Trammo Sign Major EU Green Ammonia Export Deal

  The project will produce and distribute 100,000 tons of green ammonia annually from 2026, creating 3,500 jobs and supporting EU decarbonization with a 750 million euro investment.
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  27 March 2023

  ADNOC to Develop Low-Carbon Ammonia Chain in North Rhine-Westphalia

  ADNOC signed an MoU to produce and transport low-carbon ammonia in North Rhine-Westphalia, aiming to support industrial decarbonization and renewable energy initiatives.
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  23 March 2023

  Air Liquide Develops Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Technology in Antwerp

  A new pilot plant in Antwerp will convert ammonia to hydrogen with an optimized carbon footprint, supporting the energy transition. Operational in 2024, it receives financial backing from the Flemish Government.
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  14 February 2023

  Grupa Azoty ZAK Completes €14m Energy Projects in Poland

  Two energy projects were completed, enhancing ammonia production and efficiency. Upgrades included a partial combustion unit and boiler improvements, reducing emissions and increasing process safety.
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  23 January 2023

  Técnicas Reunidas to Develop Kazakhstan's Largest Ammonium Plant

  The plant in Aktau will produce ammonia, urea, nitric acid, and ammonium nitrate, with a $1 billion investment. It aims to minimize environmental impact and improve efficiency.
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  5 January 2023

  Yara Advances Hydrogen Economy in Germany

  Modifying ammonia terminals to handle 3 million tons, enabling hydrogen economy growth. Clean ammonia to be imported using the largest global network, supporting Germany's hydrogen ambitions.
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  17 November 2022

  Air Products and Mabanaft to Build Green Energy Terminal in Hamburg

  The terminal will import green ammonia, convert it to hydrogen, and distribute it across northern Germany, supporting the energy transition and decarbonization efforts. Completion is targeted for 2026.
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  10 November 2022

  Vision Energy and Linde Engineering Partner on Green Energy Terminal in the Netherlands

  They've signed an agreement to accelerate engineering for a Green Energy Terminal in Vlissingen, focusing on hydrogen carriers, renewable energy, and low-carbon fuels, aiming for completion by Q3 2023.
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  28 September 2022

  Yara Tests Hystar’s PEM Electrolyser for Efficient Green Ammonia Production

  The HyPilot project will test a 1 MW PEM electrolyser at Kårstø, aiming to enhance green hydrogen production efficiency for green ammonia, with results expected to lower costs and support decarbonization.
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  14 September 2022

  Topsoe and First Ammonia Partner for Largest Zero-Emission Ammonia Production

  The agreement reserves 5GW of SOEC capacity to produce green ammonia, displacing 5 BCM of natural gas and cutting 13 million tonnes of CO2 annually. Initial 500MW plants in Germany and the US by 2025.
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  30 August 2022

  Air Products and ABP Partner on UK's First Large-Scale Green Hydrogen Facility

  The facility will import green ammonia to produce hydrogen, decarbonizing transport and industry. It aims to cut 580,000 tonnes of emissions annually and create 3,000 jobs, supporting the UK's net-zero goals.
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  22 April 2022

  European Consortium Announces €1 Billion Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Project in Portugal

  The project in Sines will use 500MW of electrolysis to produce 50,000 tons of green hydrogen and 500,000 tons of green ammonia annually, creating 200+ jobs and supporting Portugal's National Hydrogen Strategy.
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  11 April 2022

  Gasunie, HES, and Vopak to Develop Hydrogen Import Terminal in Rotterdam

  The terminal will import green ammonia as a hydrogen carrier, operational by 2026, supporting green hydrogen demand in energy, transport, and petrochemicals, leveraging Rotterdam's strategic location.
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  30 November 2021

  Clariant's AmoMax 10 Plus Catalyst Launched at BASF Antwerp Plant

  The new ammonia synthesis catalyst, AmoMax 10 Plus, enhances activity, stability, and startup speed, reducing energy use and CO2 emissions, with successful implementation at a major plant.