The facility will utilize HiiROC’s Thermal Plasma Electrolysis process to produce low-carbon hydrogen. Initially, the plant is designed to generate 10 tonnes of hydrogen daily, with plans for potential expansion. HiiROC is engaging with local and central government bodies, as well as private investors, to secure support for the project.
Tim Davies, CEO of HiiROC, said: “This partnership marks a significant milestone in our mission to accelerate Net Zero by delivering on the promise of affordable clean hydrogen. ABP and px Group are leaders in the UK in their respective fields and this collaboration enables us to fast track our first commercial deployment at scale, derisking its delivery and providing significant potential to scale-up in the future.”
Max Harris, Head of Strategy and Sustainability at ABP, stated: “We are excited to support the development of this leading, British technology on the Saltend site, in close proximity to our port. This project demonstrates the potential of true cross-industry collaboration. Together, we can address complex challenges no single entity could tackle alone.”
Geoff Holmes, CEO of px Group, added: “Saltend Chemicals Park is at the heart of the UK’s energy transition, and this collaboration with HiiROC and ABP is a powerful example of how we can unlock innovation to deliver real, scalable impact. By combining our operational expertise with HiiROC’s breakthrough technology and ABP’s strategic infrastructure, we’re enabling a new era of low carbon hydrogen production that supports industry, jobs, and Net Zero goals.”
In a separate development, the ABP-led Immingham Green Energy Terminal (IGET) at the Port of Immingham has received approval from the UK’s Secretary of State for Transport. The project involves constructing a multi-user liquid bulk terminal and a processing facility to support green hydrogen production. Construction is expected to begin soon.
