Aramco, based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, has announced its strategic move to acquire an equity interest in Blue Hydrogen Industrial Gases Company (BHIG), a subsidiary of Air Products Qudra (APQ) based in Jubail. This acquisition is part of Aramco's efforts to develop a lower-carbon hydrogen network in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, with a focus on serving both domestic and regional customers. The partnership between Aramco and APQ aims to leverage technologies such as carbon capture and storage (CCS) to produce lower-carbon hydrogen, emphasizing the reduction of emissions in the refining, chemical, and petrochemical industries. BHIG, designed to capture and store CO2 while producing hydrogen, is expected to align its operations with Aramco's CCS activities. The joint venture represents a significant step towards establishing a sustainable hydrogen marketplace in the region and supports Saudi Arabia's transition towards cleaner energy solutions. Aramco's investment underlines its commitment to diversifying its energy portfolio and promoting the growth of a lower-carbon hydrogen business. The collaboration between Aramco and APQ highlights a shared vision of driving the hydrogen economy in the Middle East and creating a substantial hydrogen network to cater to various industrial sectors. The strategic partnership is set to play a crucial role in meeting the demand for reliable lower-carbon hydrogen while contributing to the establishment of a more sustainable energy ecosystem in the region.