SIAD will supply a 3,500 MTPD air separation unit for Pacifico Mexinol, enabling ultra-low carbon methanol production.
SIAD Americas LLC has announced that it has been chosen to supply a state-of-the-art air separation unit (ASU) for the Pacifico Mexinol project, a cutting-edge ultra-low carbon methanol facility located in Sinaloa, Mexico. This significant project, managed by SIAD Macchine Impianti, will draw upon SIAD’s proven global execution model, integrating engineering and operational expertise from its international centers in Bergamo, Italy; The Woodlands, Texas; and Hangzhou, China.
The ASU, a vital component for the facility, will have a production capacity of approximately 3,500 metric tons per day (MTPD) of high-purity oxygen. This oxygen will play a critical role in supporting the project’s gasification processes and carbon capture initiatives, which are key to achieving ultra-low carbon methanol production. The equipment required for the ASU will be sourced globally, from the United States, China, and Europe, while fabrication will be conducted at SIAD’s facilities in Hangzhou, China, and the newly established plant in Porto Marghera (Venice), Italy.
Ed Hotard, Chairman and CEO of SIAD Americas, commented on the development, stating, "We are proud to collaborate with Transition Industries and contribute our expertise to one of the world’s most sustainable chemical production facilities. This selection underscores the strength and depth of SIAD’s global engineering capabilities and our commitment to delivering outstanding value to our clients."
Paolo Ferrario, General Manager of SIAD Macchine Impianti, added, "Being selected for such a landmark project demonstrates the reliability of SIAD’s engineering solutions and our proven experience in deploying large-scale air separation technology."
Scheduled to begin operations in 2029, the Pacifico Mexinol project is projected to become the largest standalone ultra-low carbon chemical production facility worldwide. It is also expected to rank among the leading producers of green hydrogen and green methanol globally. The project is a joint initiative between Transition Industries and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group.
Rommel Gallo, CEO of Transition Industries, highlighted the importance of SIAD’s involvement: "The selection of SIAD for this key infrastructure ensures the Pacifico Mexinol project will benefit from a world-class, high-efficiency air separation plant. This partnership represents a critical step toward integrating top-tier technology to achieve ambitious sustainability and operational objectives."
The ASU will be engineered to the highest standards of performance, efficiency, and reliability, aligning with the project’s goal of net-zero carbon emissions. By leveraging SIAD’s global network for both engineering expertise and equipment sourcing, the project is expected to optimize its schedule and manage costs effectively, further reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and economically efficient operations.
