MAN Energy Solutions, a global leader in engineering and energy solutions, has secured a significant order from Air Products and Chemicals for the supply of compressor trains. The order is part of Air Products’ plan to construct a Clean Energy Complex in Louisiana, which will produce blue hydrogen and blue ammonia.
The Clean Energy Complex will be a crucial step towards achieving a more sustainable future, as it aims to capture and store approximately 95% of its CO2 emissions. This translates to over five million tons of CO2 per year, equivalent to the annual emissions from more than a million passenger cars. The facility will also have the capacity to produce more than 750 million standard cubic feet of blue hydrogen daily.
MAN Energy Solutions will provide six air-compressor trains that will be deployed at the heart of Air Products’ air-separation unit. This unit will be responsible for separating air into its primary constituents of oxygen and nitrogen, which are essential for the production of hydrogen and ammonia. The compressor trains will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the air-separation unit.
The main air-compressor trains are the largest in MAN’s RIKT (radial isothermal compact air compressor) portfolio, featuring three centrifugal stages and capable of delivering over 600,000 Nm/h of air. In addition, there will be two booster air-compressor trains and two gaseous nitrogen compressor trains, all of which will be electrically driven.
The installation of MAN’s compressor trains at Air Products’ Clean Energy Complex in Louisiana further strengthens their long-standing partnership. MAN Energy Solutions already has over 250 air-separation facilities worldwide that utilize their compressor technology. This order is a testament to the company’s expertise and reputation in the field.
The project is set to commence commercial operation in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the transition to cleaner energy sources. The blue hydrogen produced at the Clean Energy Complex will be transported via a 700+-mile pipeline on the US Gulf Coast, while the blue ammonia will be supplied to global hydrogen markets, including the transportation and mobility sectors.
Both blue hydrogen and blue ammonia are critical components in achieving a decarbonized future. They offer a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels and have the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By investing in projects like the Clean Energy Complex, Air Products is demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and driving the energy transition.
In conclusion, MAN Energy Solutions has been awarded a substantial order by Air Products and Chemicals for the supply of compressor trains for their Clean Energy Complex in Louisiana. This project represents a crucial step towards a more sustainable future and will contribute to the production of blue hydrogen and blue ammonia. MAN’s compressor technology will be at the core of Air Products’ air-separation unit, ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the facility. With its extensive experience in the field, MAN Energy Solutions is well-positioned to support the global shift towards cleaner energy sources.
