Topsoe and Hynfra partner to develop Jordan green ammonia project, boosting decarbonization, energy security, and sustainable fertilizer and industrial supply chains.
Topsoe, a globally recognized leader in advanced technologies for the energy transition, has entered into a Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) agreement with Hynfra P.S.A. for the development of a green ammonia production facility in Aqaba, Jordan. This agreement marks a significant step forward in advancing sustainable energy solutions in the Middle East. The FEED phase will involve detailed technical planning and engineering design for the project, ensuring that the plant is optimized for efficiency, scalability, and long-term performance. As part of this collaboration, Topsoe will integrate its proprietary ammonia synthesis technology into the plant design.
At the core of the project lies Topsoe’s ModuLite™ platform, an innovative and modular solution that enables rapid deployment and flexible scaling of ammonia production facilities. This technology will facilitate the conversion of green hydrogen—produced using renewable energy—into green ammonia, a cleaner alternative to conventional ammonia derived from fossil fuels. By leveraging this approach, the project aims to support global efforts to reduce carbon emissions while meeting growing demand for sustainable industrial inputs.
Kim Hedegaard, CEO of Power-to-X at Topsoe, highlighted the strategic importance of the partnership, emphasizing the company’s commitment to supporting transformative energy projects. He noted that the collaboration with Hynfra aligns with the broader objective of positioning Jordan as a key player in the emerging green ammonia market across the Middle East. Hedegaard also underscored the vital role green ammonia can play in decarbonizing industries that are traditionally difficult to electrify, such as heavy manufacturing and agriculture. According to him, scaling up production capacity is essential to achieving meaningful emissions reductions in these sectors.
From Hynfra’s perspective, the project carries both environmental and geopolitical significance. CEO Tomoho Umeda pointed out that recent global developments have reinforced the importance of energy security and supply chain resilience. He described green ammonia not only as a sustainability solution but also as a strategic necessity in an increasingly uncertain global landscape. By combining Topsoe’s proven technology with Hynfra’s modular and off-grid systems, the project aims to create a more stable and independent supply chain for critical resources such as fertilizers and industrial feedstocks.
Umeda further explained that the initiative seeks to reduce reliance on volatile energy markets and vulnerable infrastructure. By producing green ammonia locally and efficiently, the project will offer international buyers a reliable, low-carbon alternative that can help shield them from fluctuations in gas prices and disruptions in global trade. This approach is expected to be particularly valuable for industries that depend heavily on ammonia-based inputs.
The Jordan Green Ammonia project is being developed as a joint venture between Hynfra and Fidelity Group, an industrial development company. Notably, this venture represents Hynfra’s first foray into the Middle Eastern market, signaling its ambition to expand its footprint in regions with strong renewable energy potential. The facility is strategically located in Aqaba, a port city that provides direct access to international shipping routes, making it well-suited for export-oriented operations.
Hynfra plans to export the produced green ammonia to global fertilizer markets, where demand for sustainable alternatives is steadily increasing. In addition to its use in fertilizers, green ammonia is gaining recognition as a versatile energy carrier. It can be transported using existing infrastructure and utilized in multiple applications, including as a fuel, a hydrogen carrier, and a feedstock for industries such as steel and cement.
Overall, the partnership between Topsoe and Hynfra represents a forward-looking initiative that combines technological innovation with strategic vision. By advancing green ammonia production in Jordan, the project not only contributes to global decarbonization efforts but also strengthens energy security and supports the transition to a more sustainable and resilient industrial ecosystem.
