First Ammonia, a U.S. ammonia plants developer, has awarded Worley the front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for its flagship ammonia facility in Victoria, Texas. The facility, set to begin construction in 2025 and start operations in 2027, will have a production capacity of 300 metric tonnes of electric ammonia per day. Notably, this project will utilize solid oxide electrolyzer technology (SOEC) for hydrogen production, which is expected to be 30% more energy efficient than conventional electrolyzers, contributing significantly to energy efficiency standards. Worley's Senior Vice President expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, emphasizing the project's importance in delivering decarbonized energy solutions. First Ammonia's CEO highlighted the critical role of clean ammonia in reducing emissions across various sectors and praised Worley's expertise in enabling decentralized, electric ammonia production. Additionally, the partnership with Topsoe for SOEC modules fabrication underscores the drive towards decarbonization in energy-intensive industries like long-distance transportation and maritime shipping, showcasing the potential for green ammonia facilities like the one in Victoria to revolutionize energy practices and reduce environmental impact.