Oman Anticipates Extensive Hydrogen Pipeline Network by 2030
Key Ideas
- OQ Gas Networks in Oman plans to develop 300-400 km of hydrogen pipelines by 2030 to support the growth of the country's green hydrogen industry.
- The company will start with regional pipelines that can later be expanded into a nationwide network, with the final investment decision expected in 2027.
- OQGN is collaborating with Hydrogen Oman on the technical aspects of the proposed hydrogen pipeline system and is also working on a carbon dioxide transportation network.
- In addition to hydrogen infrastructure, OQGN is involved in projects for carbon capture and storage, including partnerships with Shell, Oxy Oman, and others.
OQ Gas Networks (OQGN) in Oman is gearing up for significant developments in its hydrogen infrastructure. The company aims to establish hydrogen pipelines spanning 300-400 kilometers by 2030 in alignment with the country's green hydrogen industry growth. OQGN, as the National Infrastructure Provider for hydrogen transportation, anticipates funding approval for this initiative by 2027. The plan involves a phased approach starting with regional pipelines that can eventually expand into a nationwide network. OQGN's expertise in operating Oman’s existing gas transportation network will be crucial for the success of this hydrogen pipeline project. Collaborating with Hydrogen Oman, the company is focusing on the technical details of the proposed hydrogen pipeline system. Furthermore, OQGN is conducting a strategy study to evaluate the complexities of hydrogen infrastructure development and commercialization. Alongside hydrogen initiatives, the company is working on a carbon dioxide transportation network to connect emission sources with storage and utilization sites. Partnerships with Shell, Oxy Oman, and others are in place to support carbon capture and storage projects. OQGN is also involved in the Blue Horizons project with Shell, OQ, and PDO, exploring low-carbon and ammonia production. Looking ahead to 2025, OQGN plans to lay the groundwork for the regulatory and commercial framework for hydrogen and CO2 transportation, alongside advancing technical studies for these projects to be ready for the final investment decision in 2027.
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