John Cockerill secures India’s largest electrolyzer supply order from AM Green

AM Green has placed India’s largest electrolyzer order with John Cockerill Hydrogen for one of the world’s largest green ammonia projects in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. As per the official statement of John Cockerill, AM Green achieved Final Investment Decision (FID) in August 2024 for this first million-ton green ammonia project to be produced with 1.3 GW of advanced pressurized alkaline electrolyzers.

AM Green made final investment decision for its first one-million-ton green ammonia project (1.3 GW of), at the end of August 2024. The plant is scheduled to start production in the second half of 2026. It includes 1.3 GW of electrolyzers to be supplied in two phases of 640MW for the production of green hydrogen and its subsequent conversion into green ammonia.

This major order will expedite the delivery of the first phase of 640MW and is part of the strategic partnership agreement between AM Green and John Cockerill to work on projects that will foster the creation of a green hydrogen ecosystem in the Indian subcontinent. As part of this agreement, John Cockerill and AM Green are also developing India’s largest electrolyzer manufacturing plant (2 GW per year) in Kakinada, thus contributing to the country’s green hydrogen production target under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. This plant will supply the 2nd phase of 640MW of electrolyzers to AM Green Kakinada project.

The Kakinada facility has been certified by CertifHy as compliant with EU RFNBO requirements for green ammonia, including additionality and renewable energy timeliness. AM Green has already executed offtake agreements for this project with major players for intended end use in a range of green hydrogen applications.

Anil Chalamalasetty, Group Chairman of AM Green, said, “This collaboration will position the country as a leading export hub for lowest cost green molecules that adhere to the highest standards, including EU RFNBO norms. With this collaboration, we are not just advancing India’s green hydrogen goals, but also decarbonizing industries globally like refining, shipping, fertilizers, power generation, and chemicals.’’

François Michel, CEO, John Cockerill, mentioned, “Our advanced electrolysis technology, combined with renewable energy solutions, will play a central role in the mass adoption of green hydrogen and green derivatives in the region and beyond. John Cockerill has a long presence in India and key partnerships in the energy, steel and defense sectors. With this first-of-a-kind hydrogen project, we are proud to actively contribute to India’s ambitious vision for a sustainable future through our collaboration with AM Green.”

Rely, John Cockerill’s joint venture with Technip Energies, will provide EPsCm services for the entire facility.