Fabrum and Fortescue Collaborate on Australia's Largest Liquid Hydrogen Plant
Key Ideas
  • Fabrum and Fortescue have partnered to design and unveil Australia's largest liquid hydrogen plant at Christmas Creek mine site.
  • The plant includes a hydrogen liquefaction facility, storage, and refuelling station to power zero-emissions mining equipment prototypes.
  • Fortescue aims to lead heavy industry in decarbonisation by utilizing renewable hydrogen for mining operations and transport.
  • The collaboration signifies the growing demand for hydrogen production systems and sustainable technologies globally.
Fabrum, a New Zealand company specializing in zero-emission transition technologies, has collaborated with Fortescue, a global green technology, energy, and metals company based in Western Australia, to design, build, and commission Australia's largest liquid hydrogen plant at Christmas Creek mine site. The plant, unveiled recently, consists of a hydrogen liquefaction facility, liquid hydrogen storage, and a refuelling station. It can produce approximately 350 kg of liquid hydrogen per day and has a storage capacity of around 600 kg. Fortescue plans to utilize the liquid hydrogen produced to power its zero-emissions mining equipment prototypes, including the Offboard Power Unit and hydrogen-powered haul truck prototype. This move aligns with Fortescue's commitment to decarbonize heavy industry and lead in adopting new technologies for a zero-emissions economy. The Chief Executive Officer of Fabrum, Dr. Ojas Mahapatra, highlighted the significance of the collaboration as the first project with Fortescue. He emphasized the mutual success opportunities the partnership brings in the future, marking Fabrum's entry into the mining and minerals sector. Overall, the joint effort between Fabrum and Fortescue reflects an industry shift towards sustainable practices, showcasing the increasing role of hydrogen in decarbonizing various sectors, from mining to transportation, and the rising demand for innovative hydrogen production systems.
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