Stamicarbon, the nitrogen technology licensor of NEXTCHEM (MAIRE Group), has won significant contracts in Canada related to its proprietary NX STAMI Urea™ technology.
The first contract involves the Process Design Package (PDP) and licensing for an integrated urea and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) production plant being developed by Genesis Fertilizers, a farmer-owned consortium, in Belle Plaine, Saskatchewan. The licensing agreement remains subject to the client’s final investment decision.
The plant, set to begin operations by 2029, will have a urea melt capacity of 2,500 metric tons per day (MTPD). It will also include a carbon capture and sequestration unit, making it the first proposed low-carbon nitrogen fertilizer plant in Canada. Stamicarbon will implement its Adiabatic Flash urea melt technology, a cutting-edge solution that enhances operational efficiency and reliability while reducing process steam consumption.
DEF Facility with ISO-Compliant Production Capabilities
In addition to urea production, the facility will include a Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) production unit with a capacity of 1,500 MTPD. DEF, known as AdBlue® in Europe, is a 32.5% high-purity urea solution used to reduce NOx emissions in diesel engines. Stamicarbon’s DEF production design is part of its NX STAMI Specialties portfolio. It enables the direct production of ISO 22241-compliant DEF from aqueous urea solution. By eliminating finishing and blending processes, this design ensures high-quality production while minimizing costs.
High-Pressure Urea Stripper Supply for Nutrien
The second contract, as per the press release, involves supplying a replacement High-Pressure Urea Stripper. This is for Nutrien’s Fort Saskatchewan Nitrogen Operations (FNO) in Alberta, Canada. Engineers design this proprietary equipment to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and provide long-term reliability. Stamicarbon’s expertise in advanced materials and engineering ensures the equipment meets the highest performance standards.
Leadership in Urea Technology and Tailored Solutions
Pejman Djavdan, CEO of Stamicarbon, emphasized the significance of these projects. He stated, “These awards highlight Stamicarbon’s leadership in providing efficient urea technology. They also showcase our tailored, high-performance equipment, engineered to meet the evolving needs of fertilizer producers.”
Stamicarbon continues to solidify its position as a leader in innovative nitrogen technology with these contracts. The company helps fertilizer producers achieve greater sustainability, efficiency, and reliability in their operations.
