SAMSUNG E&A, a total solutions provider for the global energy industry, officially broke ground on its Wabash low-carbon ammonia plant in the United States, marking a significant milestone in bilateral energy cooperation between Korea and the US.
The company held a ceremony for the project. The ceremony was attended by several prominent dignitaries, including Kim Yoon-duk, Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) of the Republic of Korea; Hong Namkoong, President and CEO of SAMSUNG E&A; James P. Danly, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy; and Simon Greenshields, Chairman of the Board of Wabash Valley Resources. Their presence underscored strong government backing and international alignment on advancing low-carbon energy infrastructure.
Large-Scale Low-Carbon Ammonia Facility Planned in Indiana
SAMSUNG E&A will develop the project in Terre Haute, Indiana, as an eco-friendly ammonia production facility. Once operational, the plant will have the capacity to produce 500,000 tons of ammonia annually while capturing approximately 1.67 million tons of carbon dioxide each year.
Importantly, the U.S. and Korea have designated the project as a national initiative and are jointly funding it. Department of Energy (DOE), Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, and the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment. The multi-government backing reflects the project’s role in advancing energy transition and decarbonisation goals.
Major EPC Contract and 2029 Completion Target
In October last year, SAMSUNG E&A signed an Engineering, Procurement and Fabrication (EPF) contract worth approximately KRW 680 billion (about USD 475 million) with Wabash Valley Resources. The company is currently executing the project with a targeted completion date of 2029. By leveraging its extensive experience in ammonia plant development, SAMSUNG E&A aims to deliver the project efficiently and safely.
Advanced Technologies and Strategic Partnerships
To ensure successful execution, SAMSUNG E&A plans to deploy its differentiated technologies, including digital transformation (DT), artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and modular construction. In parallel, the company is working closely with the project owner and technology partner Honeywell UOP to optimise design, construction, and operational efficiency. The integrated approach will enhance project performance while reducing timelines and carbon intensity.
Expanding Portfolio in Energy Transition Technologies
Beyond this project, SAMSUNG E&A continues to strengthen its position in next-generation energy solutions. The company has been actively developing technologies and investing in innovation. It is also forming strategic partnerships across key segments such as ammonia and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The company is also active in liquefied natural gas (LNG), carbon capture, and hydrogen.
As per the press release, these efforts have translated into concrete wins. They include a SAF plant in Malaysia and a biodegradable plastics plant in the UAE. The list also covers an eco-friendly LNG basic design project in Indonesia, a conceptual LNG design in North America, and a SAF basic design project in the US.
Leadership Emphasises Long-Term Vision
Hong Namkoong, President and CEO of SAMSUNG E&A, said, “We are delighted to be carrying out this meaningful project between Korea and the United States.” He added, “Going forward, we will continue to expand new business models that support additive and diversified energy solutions for the future.”
