KBR and Fortescue Sign Contract for Green Ammonia Project in Norway
KBR has signed a contract to provide its green ammonia technology K-GreeN for the Holmaneset green energy project in Norway, being developed by Fortescue. Under the terms of the contract, KBR will provide technology license, proprietary engineering design and front-end engineering design (FEED) support services for the 675 metric tonnes per day grassroots green ammonia plant in Norway.
Fortescue is targeting construction to commence in 2025 and operations in 2027, subject to final approvals from the board. The Holmaneset plant will produce green ammonia through electrolyzers that will use renewable hydropower for hydrogen production. The ammonia is expected to be shipped to domestic and European markets, contributing to the decarbonization of hard-to-abate industries.
Jay Ibrahim, President of KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions, expressed excitement about working with Fortescua to offer zero-carbon green ammonia technology. KBR is dedicated to contributing to the development of the green energy value chain and decarbonization of hard-to-abate industries. The company looks forward to collaborating with Fortescua to advance their ESG objectives.
Tecnimont, a business unit of Italy’s Maire, has been allocated FEED work for the plant beginning in 2024. The scope of work includes the design of electrolyzer integration, the air separation unit for nitrogen production, the ammonia production plant, storage, and ship loading facilities. Tecnimont is also expected to submit an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) proposal for the realization of the plant. In 2023, key milestones for the Holmaneset project include the awarding of a €203.7 million grant by
