The order has been placed by REPCO (Rostock EnergyPort Cooperation), a joint venture of RWE Generation, EnBW Neue Energien, RheinEnergie and Rostock Port.
Subject to the investment decision planned for mid-2025, REPCO intends to give Andritz the notice to proceed with the supply of the plant.
Upon receipt of the notice to proceed, Andritz will supply the green hydrogen plant on an EPC basis using HydrogenPro pressurised alkaline technology for the electrolysis process.
The scope of supply includes the green hydrogen production plant, offsites and utilities, hydrogen purification and compression systems, storage facilities and a hydrogen filling station.
Commissioning is scheduled for 2027.
REPCO’s green hydrogen plant (picture of Rostock Port) will be one of Germany’s first to connect to the Hydrogen Core Network, a pipeline network dedicated to the future transport of hydrogen across European countries, scheduled to become operational in 2028.
In addition the plant will serve local industries and the mobility sector.
Michael Wurzel, Managing Director of REPCO, said: “The 100 MW electrolyzer is the centerpiece of the HyTechHafen Rostock project, which aims to advance the energy transition in Europe.
“This is a crucial project for Rostock, reinforcing the position of the area as a key interchange for energy transportation.
“ANDRITZ has demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the entire scope, and we value their flexibility and collaborative approach."
Sami Pelkonen, EVP, Green Hydrogen, Andritz, said: “We have always emphasized that no one can achieve the green transition alone.
“That’s why we are excited to see also major German energy companies and Rostock Port GmbH as local supporter leading by example and joining forces to drive progress.
“We are proud to be part of this important green hydrogen project and to work jointly towards a more sustainable future.”
The joint venture REPCO was established in 2022 with the goal of advancing the development and expansion of green hydrogen production and distribution infrastructure.
This is the second order for Andritz related to the supply of a 100MW green hydrogen plant to Germany.
The first was received from Salzgitter Flachstahl.
