AFC Energy is stepping up its ammonia cracker profile after announcing the launch of Hyamtec.
In a statement to the London Stock Exchange, the hydrogen power generation technologies business said it has designed and developed modular and compact ammonia crackers over the years but Hyamtec will help drive commercialisation by offering low-cost and scalable on-demand hydrogen production for industrial and mobile applications.
Hyamtec, a wholly owned subsidiary, will target hydrogen-rich fuel gas for decarbonising industrial heat generation applications, ammonia conversion for large capacity combustion engines in power generation, marine and maritime sectors, and modular purified hydrogen production for fuel cells and transport applications.
Its technology will integrate with ammonia combustion engines and technologies to purify hydrogen for fuel cells.
Dr. Mike Rendall, Chief Technology Officer of AFC Energy’s Hydrogen Processing Division, will lead Hyamtec as Managing Director.
He said with more than £40bn spent annually on natural gas in the UK alone by industrial users, the global opportunity to displace fossil fuels in industry with ammonia is immense, adding that Hyamtec is focused on ‘fast tracking’ the decarbonisation of industry.
“We have seen strong interest from investors and partners alike in our technology and market strategies and … we look forward to partnering with industry to support the rapid decarbonisation of the world’s hardest to abate sectors.”
Gary Bullard, Chief Executive of AFC Energy, said the global transition to Net Zero is driving the urgent need for innovative hydrogen solutions.
“Ammonia cracking is emerging as a key enabler for industries aiming to decarbonise,” he said.
“With years of investment behind us, AFC Energy has built a robust ammonia cracking technology that aligns perfectly with the needs of heavy industry. The creation of Hyamtec allows us to fully capitalise on this technology, bringing it to market in a way that unlocks new growth opportunities, both in the UK and globally.”
