Bilfinger will support bp’s 100 MW green hydrogen plant in Lingen, strengthening Germany’s hydrogen infrastructure and advancing large-scale decarbonization efforts.
International industrial services provider Bilfinger has secured a significant contract as part of a consortium to support bp’s latest green hydrogen project in Lingen, Germany. Under the agreement, Bilfinger will be responsible for the prefabrication, assembly, and installation of key plant components for bp’s new green hydrogen electrolyzer facility. With a planned output capacity of 100 megawatts, the project is set to become bp’s largest green hydrogen production plant globally and the first to be entirely owned and operated by the energy major.
The new facility represents a major step in bp’s strategy to scale up low-carbon energy solutions across Europe. Once fully operational, the electrolyzer plant is expected to produce up to 11,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually. Commissioning of the plant is scheduled for 2027. The hydrogen will be produced using electricity sourced exclusively from renewable energy, ensuring minimal lifecycle emissions and supporting Germany’s broader climate and decarbonization objectives.
The green hydrogen generated at the Lingen site will serve multiple purposes. It will be supplied to industrial customers through a planned connection to Germany’s hydrogen core network, helping hard-to-abate sectors reduce their carbon footprint. In addition, the hydrogen will be used at the neighboring bp refinery, where it will play a role in the production of lower-emission fuels, further supporting the transition to more sustainable refining processes.
Drawing on decades of experience in hydrogen and complex industrial projects, Bilfinger has been entrusted with a wide range of technical responsibilities. These include the prefabrication, assembly, and installation of piping systems and plant components, as well as the implementation of thermal and cold insulation solutions. The scope of work also covers the installation of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems essential for safe and efficient plant operation. During peak construction phases, more than 200 Bilfinger specialists are expected to be deployed on-site, underscoring the scale and complexity of the project.
Commenting on the contract award, Bilfinger Group CEO Thomas Schulz said the collaboration highlights the company’s strategic focus on sustainability and operational excellence. He noted that working with bp on this hydrogen initiative allows Bilfinger to actively contribute to the expansion of Germany’s hydrogen infrastructure while strengthening its position as a trusted partner for energy transition projects.
In parallel with the bp project, Bilfinger is already involved in integrating another 100-megawatt electrolysis plant for RWE at the Lingen site. Together, these projects are accelerating Lingen’s transformation into one of Germany’s most important hydrogen hubs, reinforcing its role in the country’s emerging green hydrogen economy.
