JGC Holdings Corporation has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with US-based startup, Amogy, to leverage Amogy's catalyst for the development of large scale ammonia cracking technology. The collaboration aims to accelerate the technology development and reduce hydrogen production costs. JGC, in partnership with Kubota and Taiyo Nippon Sanso under NEDO's project, is working on obtaining hydrogen from the thermal decomposition of ammonia for a planned large scale production. Amogy's catalyst, known for its low ruthenium content, is expected to enhance the efficiency of ammonia conversion to hydrogen at a lower temperature, ultimately reducing production costs. The partnership also signifies JGC's commitment to strengthening technical capabilities in the hydrogen, ammonia, and CCUS fields. Both companies plan to collaborate further to advance technology development in large scale hydrogen production for a carbon neutral society. The collaboration is viewed positively by JGC's Executive Vice President, Masahiro Aika, who expressed excitement about the partnership and the potential improvements the catalyst will bring to their ammonia cracking process. Amogy's CEO, Seonghoon Woo, highlighted the significance of their catalyst technology in improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the ammonia cracking process, essential for establishing a competitive hydrogen supply chain globally.