Hyport Duqm Project: Oman's Ambitious Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Initiative
Key Ideas
- DEME Concessions, in partnership with BP and OQ Group, is advancing the Hyport Duqm project in Oman to produce green hydrogen and ammonia, positioning the country as a regional hub for green molecule production.
- A certification pilot project, following a successful precertification study, aims to ensure that green ammonia output from Hyport Duqm meets the EU's criteria for import as Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin.
- The project targets 1 million tonnes per annum of green ammonia and 180,000 tonnes per annum of green hydrogen at full capacity, powered by 1.5 gigawatts of electrolyzer capacity and evolving into a 'Green Hydrogen Hub & Economy'.
- By partnering with BP and OQ Group, DEME is setting the stage to be among the first globally in producing green molecules from renewable energy, with the project scheduled to undergo certification by the first half of 2024.
DEME Concessions, together with energy major BP and the OQ Group of Oman, is progressing with the Hyport Duqm project in Oman, which aims to produce green hydrogen and ammonia. This initiative is part of Oman's strategy to become a prominent player in the regional production and export of green molecules. The project involves the development of giga-scale hydrogen schemes to position Oman as a hub for green molecule production.
The consortium is currently focused on a certification pilot project for Hyport Duqm, following a successful precertification study conducted by HINICIO consultancy firm. This certification aims to ensure that the green ammonia output from the project meets the EU's criteria for import as Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin, guaranteeing sustainable production practices.
Hyport Duqm's initial phase targets 500 MW of electrolyzer capacity to produce 60,000 tonnes per annum of green hydrogen and 300,000 tonnes per annum of green ammonia. The project's full capacity aims for 1 million tonnes per annum of green ammonia and 180,000 tonnes per annum of green hydrogen, powered by 1.5 gigawatts of electrolyzer capacity.
The project envisions evolving into a 'Green Hydrogen Hub & Economy' over future phases, as DEME aims to lead in producing green molecules from renewable sources. With a strategic partnership with BP and OQ Group, the project is scheduled for certification by the first half of 2024, setting the stage for Oman's emergence as a key player in the green energy sector.
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