KBR's blue ammonia technology selected for Shell Blue Horizons project in Oman

KBR's blue ammonia technology selected for Shell Blue Horizons project in Oman

By: ICN Bureau

Last updated : July 22, 2024 8:48 pm



The facility will utilize KBR's leading ammonia synthesis loop technology to deliver cost-competitive and low-carbon intensity ammonia


KBR, a world leader in ammonia technology, announced today its blue ammonia technology has been selected by Shell for its Blue Horizons low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia project in Duqm, Oman.

The facility will utilize KBR's leading ammonia synthesis loop technology to deliver cost-competitive and low-carbon intensity ammonia.

Under the terms of the contract, KBR will provide licensed proprietary engineering design for the 3,000 metric tons per day ammonia plant utilizing hydrogen produced by Shell's Blue Hydrogen technology.

"We are excited to work with Shell on this breakthrough project in Oman and contribute towards achieving Oman's Vision 2040 targets," said Jay Ibrahim, President, KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions. "Our blue ammonia technology allows our clients to implement their energy transition projects with a cost-competitive solution at the lowest carbon intensity."

KBR has licensed, engineered, or constructed nearly 260 grassroot ammonia plants worldwide Since 1943.

KBR Shell Blue Horizons low-carbon hydrogen ammonia project Jay Ibrahim

First Published : July 22, 2024 12:00 am