Fully Integrated Hub: 400K Tonnes of Hydrogen, 2.2M Tonnes of Ammonia
Saudi Arabia is scaling up its clean energy ambitions with the launch of the Yanbu Green Hydrogen Hub, a flagship project that will produce 400,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually and convert it into over 2.2 million tonnes of renewable ammonia. Set to begin commercial operations by 2030, the hub will be located in Yanbu, a strategic port city on the Red Sea.
The facility will be twice the size of the under-construction NEOM hydrogen project and will feature 4 GW of electrolysis capacity, multiple ammonia synthesis loops, and a dedicated export terminal. This scale makes the Saudi Hydrogen Hub Development in Yanbu one of the largest hydrogen-ammonia complexes globally.
Captive Power and Desalination: Self-Sustaining Infrastructure
Unlike many hydrogen projects that rely on external power sources, the Yanbu hub will generate its own electricity from renewable sources. It will also include desalination plants to supply water for electrolysis, ensuring a closed-loop system that maximizes efficiency and sustainability.
This self-contained infrastructure is a hallmark of the Saudi Hydrogen Hub Development, designed to meet industrial-scale demand while minimizing environmental impact.
European Partnerships: EnBW, TotalEnergies, Edison Join Forces
The development is backed by a series of strategic agreements between Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power and leading European utilities, including EnBW, TotalEnergies Renewables, Edison S.p.A., and Zhero Europe. These partnerships aim to create a Green Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Export Corridor between Saudi Arabia and Europe.
A joint development agreement with EnBW will oversee the first phase of the Yanbu hub, while other partners will assess market demand and feasibility for additional export-dedicated renewable projects.
FEED Contract Awarded: EPC Proposal Expected Within 10 Months
Engineering firms Tecnicas Reunidas and Sinopec Guangzhou Engineering have been awarded the FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) contract for the Yanbu hub. Their scope includes the hydrogen production facility, ammonia conversion systems, and all supporting infrastructure.
The FEED phase is expected to conclude within 10 months, after which an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) proposal will be submitted to move the project into full-scale development.
Energy Transmission Corridors: HVDC Agreements Signed
To support the export of clean energy, ACWA Power has signed MOUs with global electricity transmission leaders including Prysmian, GE Vernova, Siemens Energy, and Hitachi. These agreements will enable the development of HVDC transmission corridors across multiple countries, forming the backbone of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.
This infrastructure is critical to the success of the Saudi Hydrogen Hub Development, ensuring that renewable energy and hydrogen products can be delivered efficiently to European markets.
Competitive Advantage: 15 GW of Renewables and Low-Cost Hydrogen
Saudi Arabia’s ability to produce renewable energy at competitive rates is a key driver behind the Yanbu hub. ACWA Power has recently signed agreements for seven solar and wind projects totaling 15 GW, reinforcing the Kingdom’s capacity to power large-scale hydrogen production.
With hydrogen costs projected between $1 and $2 per kilogram, the Saudi Hydrogen Hub Development in Yanbu offers a compelling value proposition for global buyers seeking clean energy solutions.
