Worley to provide FEED for green ammonia plant

Worley says that they have been selected by First Ammonia to provide front end engineering and design services for a new green ammonia facility in Victoria, Texas. This facility will have an initial anticipated production capacity of 300 t/d of green ammonia. First Ammonia also says that it will be the first in the US to use solid oxide electrolyser technology (SOEC) for hydrogen production, which are 30% more energy efficient compared to conventional electrolysers.

The plant’s design will accommodate a fluctuating renewable energy supply, and will play a key role in stabilising the local grid and paving the way for scalable and cost-effective ammonia production. The FEED study has a target completion date of Q1 2025, with construction expected to begin later this year.

Marc Van Den Boom, Senior Vice President of Gulf Coast Operations, commented, “We’re thrilled to partner with First Ammonia on this groundbreaking project. The plant is a pivotal step in delivering decarbonized energy solutions, and we look forward to supporting the project’s success.”

Joel Moser, CEO of First Ammonia, emphasized the significance of the collaboration: “We are excited to be partnering with Worley, whose strong relationship with Topsoe, our technology licensor, and proven Gulf Coast expertise will help us decarbonize heavy industry, transport fuels, and power generation. Clean ammonia is essential in reducing emissions across hard-to-abate sectors, and Worley’s capabilities are vital for enabling decentralized, electric ammonia production.”