AM Green has awarded an electrolyser order to John Cockerill Hydrogen. The collaboration will power one of the world’s largest green ammonia projects in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
The project will produce 1.3 GW of advanced pressurised alkaline electrolysers, ensuring low-cost green hydrogen through renewable energy generated from wind, solar, and pumped hydro storage. The plant is scheduled to begin production in the second half of 2026.
Accelerated Production with 640 MW First Phase
The 640 MW first phase of the project will progress rapidly due to the significant order. This phase is part of AM Green and John Cockerill’s strategic partnership to build a green hydrogen ecosystem in India.
As part of the collaboration, they are establishing India’s largest electrolyser manufacturing facility in Kakinada, capable of producing 2 GW annually. The facility will help India achieve its green hydrogen production goals under the national green hydrogen mission.
Goal to Reach 5 MTPA Green Ammonia Capacity by 2030
AM Green aims to produce five million tons per annum (MTPA) of green ammonia by 2030, supporting net-zero targets for India and OECD markets.
This target includes generating one MTPA of green hydrogen, equivalent to ten percent of Europe’s green hydrogen import target and 20% of India’s projected production under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
CertifHy Verified Compliance with EU Standards
CertifHy has confirmed that the Kakinada facility meets EU Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) standards for green ammonia. These standards emphasize renewable energy timeliness and additionality. AM Green has already secured offtake agreements with customers for a range of green hydrogen applications.
Aiming to Decarbonize Through Green Hydrogen
As reported by manufacturingtodayindia.com, François Michel, CEO of John Cockerill, expressed satisfaction in contributing to India’s sustainable future. He noted that John Cockerill’s goal is to help partners implement large-scale technology solutions to decarbonize the economy, especially through green hydrogen. The project marks a pioneering step toward India’s green vision.
