Aramco, a prominent global energy and chemicals company, has finalized the acquisition of a 50% stake in Blue Hydrogen Industrial Gases Company (BHIG) in Jubail in partnership with Air Products Qudra. BHIG's primary focus is on producing hydrogen, specifically blue hydrogen derived from natural gas with carbon capture and storage capabilities. This strategic move is geared towards providing the Jubail Industrial City area with hydrogen, including lower-carbon options, on a large scale. The collaboration leverages Aramco's expertise in carbon capture and storage (CCS) activities to support the commercial production of blue hydrogen. Ashraf Al Ghazzawi, Aramco's Executive Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development, highlighted the significance of this investment in establishing a hydrogen network in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province. This network, combined with Aramco's CCS hub in Jubail, is poised to seize opportunities for emission reduction, growth support, and energy portfolio diversification both locally and internationally. Air Products Qudra's Chairman, Ahmed Hababou, and Vice-Chairman, Mohammad Abunayyan, expressed pride in the partnership, emphasizing its role in advancing sustainable energy solutions in alignment with the country's Vision 2030 agenda. The collaborative efforts between Aramco and Air Products Qudra reflect a commitment to fostering economic development, sustainability, and innovation in the energy sector while catering to the evolving global market demands.