New Energies, new possibilities

Rely has been awarded an EPsCm contract by AM Green India Pvt Ltd. for a 2 x 1,500 tons per day (TPD) green ammonia complex in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India. The project includes 2 x 640 MW pressurised alkaline electrolysers for green hydrogen production, making it one of the world’s largest green hydrogen facilities to advance to the execution phase.

The project involves converting an existing grey ammonia facility (formerly NFCL) into a green ammonia facility. Strategically located at the Kakinada seaport on India’s east coast in Andhra Pradesh, the development reached its final investment decision (FID) in August 2024. It will produce 1 million tons per annum (Mtpa) of RED3 RFNBO-compliant green ammonia, most of which is designated for export to the European market. The facility will benefit from round-the-clock carbon-free power, sourced through a combination of wind, solar, and a pumped hydro storage system.

The facility has already received CertifHY pre-certification for green ammonia, marking it as the first Indian project to achieve this milestone.

Rely will deliver the design, detailed engineering, procurement, construction management, and commissioning (EPsCm) services for the entire facility. This includes electrolysers for green hydrogen production, air separation units for nitrogen, two ammonia synthesis trains, ammonia storage, port-side ammonia loading facilities, and offsite utilities. John Cockerill Hydrogen will provide the pressurized alkaline electrolysers.

The project will be executed locally, leveraging the strong presence and established track record of Rely’s parent companies, Technip Energies and John Cockerill, in India.

Beyond the Kakinada project, AM Green is focused on establishing green ammonia production facilities across multiple locations in India to reach its goal of 5 Mtpa of green ammonia capacity by 2030. This ambitious target is expected to accelerate efforts to meet net-zero goals in India and OECD markets. It equates to approximately 1 Mtpa of green hydrogen, representing a fifth of India’s target for green hydrogen production under the National Green Hydrogen Mission and 10% of Europe’s target for green hydrogen imports by 2030.

Damien Eyriès, Rely CEO commented: “We are honored and proud of having been selected by AM Green to engineer and deliver this flagship project that will massively contribute to the decarbonization of the hard-to-abate industries and illustrate that India plays a major role in our global climate goals. This award marks a significant milestone for Rely, less than a year after its creation, and our team is poised to make a substantial impact on the future of clean energy, driving innovation and setting new standards in the industry.”

Mahesh Kolli, Group President of AM Green said: “We are excited to partner with Rely to transform our existing Green Ammonia facility into one of the largest in India. Rely’s technical expertise will significantly enhance our capabilities in this project. This collaboration not only establishes AM Green as a global leader in energy transition but also plays a crucial role in advancing India’s green hydrogen mission and supporting net-zero targets in both India and OECD markets.”

Source: Hydrogentechworld

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by Alex Scott

Hyundai’s Hydrogen Future Will Look Like An Attractive Pontiac Aztek – Carbuzz

The Tucson and its signature ‘Parametric Hidden Lights’ moved Hyundai design forward in a big way, creating a much more premium look and feel for the SUV. But the fourth-generation NX4 Tucson was revealed four years ago, and the Seoul-based automaker recognizes that it’s time to take another step forward, both in styling and innovation. A hydrogen-powered Tucson or Santa Fe has existed for years, but those were adapted versions of SUVs that were never really meant to be FCEVs in the first place. This time, Hyundai is revealing an all-new concept vehicle that heralds a future design direction that is not too distant. In fact, the new INITIUM concept (Latin for ‘beginning’ or ‘first’) previews a production hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle “coming in the first half of 2025.”

Coming To LA This Year

The public debut of the new Initium concept takes place at the 22nd China (Guangzhou) International Automobile Exhibition (15-24 November), but another example will also appear at the LA Auto Show (November 22-December 1) almost concurrently. This indicates we’re looking at a global model that will be sold in the East, West, and Europe, and Hyundai will be hoping that you like the way it looks. The new design language is called ‘Art of Steel‘ and is meant to “embody the character” of HTWO, Hyundai’s dedicated hydrogen brand. This means the styling will be reserved for FCEVs, and there’s no denying the N Vision 74‘s influence in the headlights and hoodline.

The name of the design language references Hyundai’s work in finding new ways to form steel, while the HTWO graphic (inspired by the ‘+’ symbol) references the hydrogen powertrain. But now it’s time to address the elephant in the room. Particularly in the color shown in these images, the rear end looks a lot like the Pontiac Aztek, albeit with a lot more coherence and funkiness. On balance, we like that a hydrogen car, an electric Ioniq car, and a gasoline combustion car will all have their own distinct flavor without losing their Hyundai identity, and we look forward to seeing how else this new styling language will be interpreted. First, Hyundai needs to convince people of its fuel cell’s value.

Remarkable Range To End Range Anxiety

The concept is focused on providing a spacious cabin and voluminous cargo capacity, unique convenience and safety features “distinctive to hydrogen cars,” and outstanding driving range with strong performance. Capacities were not revealed, nor was the chassis layout, but Hyundai says that a combination of large fuel tanks and aerodynamic wheels wrapped in low-resistance tires work together for a (targeted) driving range of more than 400 miles between refueling (EPA figures may be a little more conservative when the final product arrives). Acceleration figures were also not revealed, but the automaker claims that its advanced technology allows for an electric motor output of up to 150 kW (201 horsepower). Presumably, more than one will be fitted.

Those hydrogen-specific features? They include an FCEV-specific route planner that helps users plan an optimal route and the electricity produced by the car can also be used in Vehicle-to-Load scenarios, with the outdoor terminal specifically designed to connect directly to a standard 220V household socket. There’s also a “multi-skeleton structure” in the front, a side body structure, and nine airbags for peace of mind. We hope to learn more – and get a view of the interior – next month.

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Hyundai Motor Unveils Next Step in its Hydrogen Legacy with new INITIUM Fuel Cell EV Concept

• Hyundai Motor Company holds ‘Clearly Committed’ event in Korea to reinforce its vision for a hydrogen future
• INITIUM hydrogen fuel cell concept vehicle showcases the company’s new ‘Art of Steel’ design language and reflects Hyundai Motor’s customer-centric approach
• Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung underscores commitment to HTWO hydrogen business brand following CES 2024 debut

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Company today unveiled its INITIUM hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) concept at its ‘Clearly Committed’ event held at Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang.

INITIUM is a Latin word meaning ‘beginning’ or ‘first’, representing Hyundai Motor’s status as a hydrogen energy pioneer and its commitment to develop a hydrogen society INITIUM provides a preview of a new production FCEV that Hyundai Motor plans to unveil in the first half of next year. The concept encapsulates the company’s 27 years of hydrogen technology development and reflects its clear commitment to achieving a sustainable hydrogen society.

Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, said :

Hyundai Motor’s clear, unwavering commitment to hydrogen over the past 27 years is rooted in our belief in its potential as a clean, accessible and therefore fair energy source for everyone,

“We are dedicated to pioneering a future where hydrogen is used by everyone, in everything, and everywhere. We invite you to join us on this journey.”

Hyundai Motor launched its HTWO hydrogen value chain business brand earlier this year at CES 2024, highlighting how Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung is focusing the Group’s efforts on hydrogen energy.

Unveiling its vision for HTWO Grid – an end-to-end hydrogen energy solution that spans production, storage, transportation and utilization – Executive Chair Chung expressed the Group’s commitment to actively participate in the development of a hydrogen society and underscored the Group’s capabilities to achieve this goal, highlighting that

The shift to hydrogen energy is for future generations.

Past, present and future: Hyundai Motor’s hydrogen vehicle development

Hyundai Motor hosted a Hydrogen Heritage Talk session, showcasing its 27-year history of FCEV development. The panel talk between executives allowed visitors to experience and engage with Hyundai Motor’s dedication to the development of FCEVs.

For the new millennium Hyundai Motor began its ambitious Mercury Project, aimed at bridging ground to industry leaders, and the Polaris Project, which focused on the independent development of the company’s core fuel cell stack technology.

In 2005 Hyundai Motor established its Mabuk Environmental Technology R&D Center, accelerating the development of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. At the time, Hyundai Motor Group Honorary Chairman Mong-Koo Chung encouraged researchers at the facility to push boundaries, empowering them to pursue engineering challenges with courage and confidence.

Chung said,

You can never make something great by creating it just once,

“Don’t worry about budget, let young engineers try making every type of car they dream of. There’s no need to save money by developing the same car 100 times over. It’s fine if all 100 models are completely different to each other.”

Hyundai’s hydrogen evolution saw it become the world’s first automaker to mass-produce hydrogen FCEVs, introducing its first dedicated hydrogen fuel cell model in 2018. These FCEV development achievements highlight Hyundai Motor’s clear commitment to creating a better tomorrow.

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