Worley wins EPC contract for ExxonMobil’s Texas hydrogen plant

In The Netherlands, Offshore Energy reports Worley has secured an engineering, procurement, and construction contract with ExxonMobil to support enabling works, infrastructure, and interconnects for a proposed low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia facility in Baytown, Texas. The contract, announced December 2024, depends on a final investment decision expected in 2025, regulatory approvals, and supportive government policies.

The facility is projected to produce 1 billion cubic feet of hydrogen daily and over 1 million metric tonnes of ammonia annually, capturing 98% of the associated CO₂ emissions through advanced carbon capture and storage technologies. Startup is anticipated by 2029.

ExxonMobil describes the project as key to reducing emissions in hard-to-decarbonize sectors like industry and transportation while creating local jobs and fostering economic growth in the Houston area. In September, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company acquired a 35% stake in the project, complementing partnerships with Air Liquide and Japan’s JERA.

Chris Ashton, Worley’s CEO, emphasized the significance of this Gulf Coast project for both environmental and economic progress, noting it strengthens the company’s project portfolio. The facility aligns with efforts to meet growing demand for low-carbon fuels and accelerate the transition to a net-zero future.

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