Saudi Arabia’s ambitious NEOM green hydrogen project achieved 80% construction completion across all its key components, marking a major step toward operational readiness. U.S. based industrial gases company Air Products, a key partner in the venture, confirmed that work is progressing rapidly on the green hydrogen facility, wind garden, solar farm, and transmission infrastructure.
Major Infrastructure Now in Place
The project has already seen the installation of critical equipment including wind turbines, hydrogen storage vessels, electrolyzers, cold boxes, and pipe racks. According to Air Products, the 4 GW wind and solar power generation sites are slated for completion by mid-2026. The first ammonia production is expected in 2027.
A Global First in Renewable Hydrogen-Ammonia Production
The NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) — a joint venture between ACWA Power, Air Products, and NEOM — is leading the project to become the world’s largest facility producing green hydrogen-based ammonia powered entirely by renewable energy.
Strategically located in Oxagon, the industrial city within Saudi Arabia’s futuristic NEOM region, the facility spans more than 300 square kilometers. Once operational, it will produce up to 600 tons of carbon-free hydrogen daily, converted into green ammonia for economical export.
Cutting Emissions at Global Scale
The project aims to make a global impact by cutting carbon emissions by five million metric tonnes annually. It will replace fossil fuels with clean hydrogen across industrial and transportation sectors. The facility will use ammonia as a carrier for hydrogen, enabling efficient long-distance transport to international markets.
Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030
The NEOM initiative is a central pillar of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and its green agenda. It aims to diversify the kingdom’s economy and lead the global transition to renewable energy. The project draws power from 4 gigawatts of dedicated on-site wind and solar energy, reinforcing its zero-emission credentials.
A Benchmark for Clean Energy Megaprojects
The NEOM Green Hydrogen Project is combining proven technologies at an unprecedented scale. It is setting a new global benchmark for renewable hydrogen production. As reported by world-energy.org, construction is entering its final phase. The world is watching as Saudi Arabia positions itself at the forefront of the green energy revolution.
