Breaking Ground: World's First Floating Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Cracker Unveiled
Key Ideas
- Höegh Evi and Wärtsilä Gas Solutions unveiled the world's first floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker, a game-changer in the hydrogen economy.
- The technology, part of Norway's green platform program, was designed for industrial-scale hydrogen production from transported ammonia, supported by a highly scalable, modular design.
- The ammonia cracker project, funded by the Norwegian government, is a significant stride towards achieving Europe's hydrogen import objectives, with Höegh Evi planning multiple hydrogen terminal projects in Europe by 2030.
- Partnerships with various institutions and companies like Sustainable Energy and BASF SE have been vital in the successful development of the floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker, enabling a resilient and flexible energy infrastructure.
Marine energy infrastructure developer Höegh Evi and Wärtsilä Gas Solutions have introduced the world's first floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker, a groundbreaking advancement in the hydrogen sector. Launched as part of Norway's green platform program, the project culminated on April 24, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the energy transition. The innovative technology facilitates hydrogen production at industrial-scale volumes from transported ammonia, offering a modular design that integrates seamlessly into floating storage and regasification units or dedicated hydrogen terminals. With a capacity of up to 210,000 tonnes of hydrogen annually and ammonia storage options ranging from 10,000 to 120,000 cubic meters, the ammonia cracker promises a scalable and efficient solution for clean energy needs.