What's Happening?
ABB has entered into an agreement with SwitcH2 to provide automation and electrification systems for a floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessel designed to produce green ammonia. This vessel, located off the coast of Portugal, will utilize a 300-MW electrolyzer to produce up to 243,000 metric tons of green ammonia annually. The project aims to meet the increasing demand for low-carbon marine fuels by using renewable electricity. ABB's systems will ensure efficient and safe operations, integrating with third-party electrolyzers and ammonia synthesis units.
Why It's Important?
This collaboration highlights the growing importance of green ammonia as a sustainable alternative to traditional marine fuels. As the shipping industry seeks to reduce its carbon footprint, green ammonia offers a viable solution for decarbonizing marine transport. The project also demonstrates the potential of renewable energy to create new value chains and drive innovation in the energy sector. By investing in such technologies, companies like ABB and SwitcH2 are positioning themselves at the forefront of the transition to a low-carbon economy.
What's Next?
The front-end engineering and design work for the FPSO is expected to continue until mid-2026, with a final investment decision anticipated in the third quarter of 2026. Construction is scheduled for 2027. As the project progresses, it could serve as a model for similar initiatives worldwide, encouraging further investment in green ammonia production. The success of this project could accelerate the adoption of green ammonia in the shipping industry, contributing to global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
