Canada-South Korea Partnership to Export Hydrogen-Based Ammonia
Key Ideas
  • Trigon Pacific Terminals and Ulsan Free Economic Zone Authority are collaborating to export hydrogen-based ammonia from Canada to South Korea, potentially allowing for two million metric tonnes annually by late 2029.
  • The Memorandum of Understanding signed in Seoul outlines Trigon's support in developing receiving terminals in Ulsan for Asian markets, with hydrogen-as-ammonia being a key component in the supply chain.
  • The initiative aims to leverage hydrogen as a low or carbon-free fuel, with Trigon CEO emphasizing the strengthening ties between the two nations and organizations through this partnership.
  • Canada's west coast export corridor development, involving rail transportation of ammonia from B.C. and Alberta to Prince Rupert, could facilitate the export process by late 2029, pending regulatory requirements.
Trigon Pacific Terminals and the Ulsan Free Economic Zone Authority have entered into a partnership to facilitate the export of hydrogen-based ammonia from Canada to South Korea. The agreement, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding signed in Seoul, emphasizes the development of receiving terminals in Ulsan to cater to the demand in Asian markets. This collaboration is a significant step towards enabling Canada to export up to two million metric tonnes of ammonia annually, with the operation expected to commence by late 2029. Hydrogen-as-ammonia serves as an efficient medium for hydrogen transportation and can be utilized as a clean fuel option, aligning with the global shift towards sustainable energy sources. Trigon's CEO expressed optimism about the partnership, highlighting the deepening ties between the two nations and organizations involved. The initiative also involves the establishment of a west coast export corridor in Canada, facilitating the transportation of ammonia from regions like British Columbia and Alberta to Prince Rupert for export. With a focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement, the project aims to streamline the export process and open new markets for Canadian producers. The successful realization of this venture would not only boost economic activities in the regions involved but also contribute to the global efforts in promoting cleaner energy alternatives.
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