MB Energy becomes ammonia offtaker and operating partner in Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC
By Global Infrastructure Sherpa · Jan 1, 2025
1.3 million metric tons per year
Capacity
Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC (GCA)
Project
MB Energy has become ammonia offtaker and operating partner in Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC (GCA). The ammonia production plant (currently under construction) with nameplate capacity of approx. 1.3 million metric tons per year at Texas City, USA, is expected to enter commercial levels of production in 2025.
Deal Analysis
MB Energy's partnership with Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC (GCA) marks a significant development in the ammonia production sector. MB Energy will act as both offtaker and operating partner for GCA's ammonia production plant currently under construction in Texas City, USA. The plant, with a nameplate capacity of approximately 1.3 million metric tons per year, is slated to commence commercial production in 2025. This partnership suggests a long-term commitment from MB Energy to secure ammonia supply and participate in the operational aspects of a large-scale production facility.
The deal is notable due to the scale of the ammonia plant and the involvement of MB Energy as both offtaker and operating partner. The 1.3 million metric tons per year capacity positions the GCA facility as a major player in the ammonia market. MB Energy's dual role indicates a strategic investment beyond simple offtake agreements, potentially allowing for greater control and influence over production and distribution. The partnership structure itself is also noteworthy, suggesting a collaborative approach to managing the complexities of a large-scale ammonia production facility. The undisclosed value makes it difficult to assess the full financial implications, but the scale of the project suggests a substantial investment.
- MB Energy becomes ammonia offtaker and operating partner in Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC.
- The ammonia production plant has a nameplate capacity of approximately 1.3 million metric tons per year.
- The plant is located in Texas City, USA, and is expected to enter commercial production in 2025.
- MB Energy's dual role as offtaker and operating partner suggests a strategic investment.
Market Context: The ammonia market is experiencing growth due to its increasing use as a hydrogen carrier and fertilizer. The US Gulf Coast is a strategic location for ammonia production due to its access to natural gas feedstock and established infrastructure.
Source Intelligence
KEY DETAILS
MB Energy intends to build facilities for the import and handling of ammonia on the site of the existing Blumensand tank terminal in the port of Hamburg. Quote: In November 2022, MB Energy announced that it intends to build facilities for the import and handling of ammonia on the site of the existing Blumensand tank terminal in the port of Hamburg.
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Capacity
The ammonia production plant (currently under construction) with nameplate capacity of approx. 1.3 million metric tons per year at Texas City, USA
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Location
The ammonia production plant (currently under construction) with nameplate capacity of approx. 1.3 million metric tons per year at Texas City, USA
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PPA Details
MB Energy has become ammonia offtaker and operating partner in Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC (GCA)
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COD
The ammonia production plant (currently under construction) with nameplate capacity of approx. 1.3 million metric tons per year at Texas City, USA, is expected to enter commercial levels of production in 2025.
PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE
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Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC (GCA)
developer
"MB Energy has become ammonia offtaker and operating partner in Gulf Coast Ammonia LLC (GCA)"
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HIF (Highly Innovative Fuels)
counterparty
"MB Energy and HIF (Highly Innovative Fuels) , Chile, have signed a memorandum of understanding."
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H&R Refining
counterparty
"MB Energy and H&R Refining have established a joint venture, P2X-Europe , to produce and market Power-to-X products."
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P2X Europe
counterparty
"The joint venture between MB Energy and the H&R Group plans to purchase synthesis-based e-fuels and waxes from renewable resources from Nordic Electrofuel."
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Nordic Electrofuel
counterparty
"The joint venture between MB Energy and the H&R Group plans to purchase synthesis-based e-fuels and waxes from renewable resources from Nordic Electrofuel."
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CAMPFIRE consortium
counterparty
"MB Energy has joined the CAMPFIRE consortium"
high quality
Enriched Feb 19, 2026
Market Context
This deal is part of the Hydrogen sector in USA.
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