KBR to Supply Ammonia Cracking Technology to Hanwha for Korean Hydrogen Project
KBR has secured a second contract with Hanwha Impact Corporation to provide its ammonia cracking technology for a hydrogen facility in South Korea. The technology aims to support the country's decarbonization efforts.
HOUSTON – April 15, 2025 – KBR, Inc. announced today it has been awarded a second contract by Hanwha Impact Corporation for its ammonia cracking technology. The agreement concerns a hydrogen production facility in South Korea, which will utilize KBR’s proprietary H2ACT® technology.
The project will see KBR supply technology licensing, proprietary engineering design, and equipment for a facility capable of producing 214 metric tons of hydrogen per day. This initiative is intended to support South Korea's goals for reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.
"We are grateful for Hanwha's trust and the opportunity to support their growth plans," said Jay Ibrahim, President of KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions. "KBR's H2ACT technology was previously selected by Hanwha for large-scale, sustainable hydrogen production, and this new award utilizes a design intended to further enhance the project's cost-efficiency."
KBR's ammonia technology has been implemented in over 260 plants since 1944, with the company focused on optimizing energy efficiency and minimizing CO2 emissions. The H2ACT® ammonia cracking technology represents an advancement in delivering efficient and reliable clean hydrogen solutions.