Green Hydrogen India – AM Green and John Cockerill Commit to India’s Largest Green Ammonia Project in Kakinada
Green Hydrogen India – AM Green and John Cockerill Commit to India’s Largest Green Ammonia Project in Kakinada
AM Green has finalized its investment in a landmark one-million-ton green ammonia project at an existing plant in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. Powered by a 1.3 GW capacity of advanced pressurized alkaline electrolyzers, this facility is set to produce green hydrogen and convert it into green ammonia, with production expected to commence in the latter half of 2026. This investment includes an initial 640MW phase, followed by a second 640MW phase, both supporting India’s strategic ambitions under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
In partnership with global engineering firm John Cockerill, this project signals a significant step in fostering a green hydrogen ecosystem across the Indian subcontinent. John Cockerill and AM Green are concurrently working on India’s largest electrolyzer manufacturing facility, designed to achieve a 2 GW production capacity annually, with both projects rooted in Kakinada. The electrolyzer plant will supply the second phase of electrolyzers for AM Green’s green hydrogen initiatives.
John Cockerill views this order as a pivotal development for green ammonia production, aligned with India’s target of producing five million tons of green ammonia annually by 2030. This output equates to roughly one million tons of green hydrogen, fulfilling approximately 20% of India’s green hydrogen target and 10% of Europe’s import needs.
AM Green’s Kakinada facility has achieved compliance certification from CertifHy, ensuring it meets European RFNBO requirements, which include additionality and renewable energy timing standards. Additionally, AM Green has signed offtake agreements with major players intending to use the green hydrogen across diverse applications.
Key Statements from Leadership:
Anil Chalamalasetty, Group Chairman, AM Green:
This strategic partnership with John Cockerill is a critical move toward establishing a green hydrogen ecosystem in India, enabling the country to become a leader in low-cost, high-standard green molecules, compliant with EU RFNBO norms.
“This collaboration not only advances India’s green hydrogen goals but also aids in decarbonizing global industries, including refining, shipping, fertilizers, and chemicals.”
François Michel, CEO, John Cockerill:
Our mission is to help partners deploy large-scale solutions for economic decarbonization, primarily through green hydrogen.
“This order is a pivotal milestone for our hydrogen business, aligning with our long-standing commitment to supporting India’s green transition.”
Vivek Bhide, President India, John Cockerill:
We aim to capture a larger share of India’s expanding market, particularly in steel and hydrogen sectors, leveraging our established partnerships with leading steel players and government support.
In an operational boost, Rely, a joint venture between John Cockerill and Technip Energies, will provide engineering, procurement, construction management, and commissioning services (EPsCm) for the entire facility. John Cockerill’s electrolyzer production efforts have also benefited from public support in India, the USA, Belgium, and France.
Credendo, a key financier, has pledged ongoing support for this initiative, with potential access to Credendo Green Package terms due to the project’s sustainable nature.
With these strategic developments, AM Green and John Cockerill are set to position India as a global hub for green hydrogen production, helping both domestic and international markets transition toward cleaner energy alternatives.
Source: Hydrogencentral