Linde signed a long-term agreement with Blue Point Number One to supply oxygen and nitrogen to a large-scale low-carbon ammonia facility in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. This joint venture includes CF Industries, JERA, and Mitsui & Co. Together, they drive a major advancement in U.S. clean energy adoption and industrial decarbonization.
The new plant will produce 1.4 million metric tons of low-carbon ammonia every year. This output places it among the largest facilities of its kind worldwide. As a result, the initiative elevates Louisiana’s role as a clean energy hub. Moreover, the project demonstrates how large-scale collaboration can generate both environmental and economic progress.
To support this major operation, Linde will invest over $400 million to build, own, and operate a world-scale air separation unit. This advanced unit will deliver critical gases directly to the site. Consequently, Linde will strengthen its presence in the rapidly growing Mississippi River industrial corridor.
Once it becomes operational, the facility will include the largest air separation unit in the Mississippi River region. This addition will enhance Linde’s Gulf Coast network of plants and pipelines. These assets supply essential hydrogen, syngas, and other industrial gases required for clean energy and chemical manufacturing.
Global energy and chemical leaders back the Blue Point project to meet rising global demand for ammonia as a low-carbon energy carrier. Therefore, more countries and industries are adopting decarbonized fuels to hit climate targets and reduce their reliance on fossil energy.
Christopher Bohn, Executive Vice President at CF Industries, emphasized the value of strong, dependable partners in delivering transformative projects. He pointed to Linde’s proven capabilities and long-standing commitment to clean energy as major reasons for the collaboration.
Likewise, Sean Durbin, Linde’s Executive Vice President for North America, expressed pride in advancing the low-carbon ammonia ecosystem. He explained that this project marks Linde’s third air separation unit linked to an autothermal reforming facility. Previously, Linde completed similar projects in Texas and Canada.
Linde continues to grow its Gulf Coast operations by investing strategically. These investments increase both network capacity and system flexibility. As a result, Linde can meet the surging demand for industrial gases across clean fuels, manufacturing, and petrochemical sectors—all of which continue to push toward decarbonization.
This partnership directly supports Linde’s mission to boost customer productivity through cutting-edge technology, engineering expertise, and sustainable infrastructure. Furthermore, Linde remains focused on helping clients achieve their climate goals while ensuring the dependable delivery of critical gases.
Globally, Linde supplies industrial gases and technologies to sectors such as clean hydrogen, carbon capture, healthcare, electronics, and food processing. Thus, the company plays a vital role in both mature and emerging economies by offering reliable and forward-thinking solutions.
As governments and businesses accelerate climate action, collaborations like the one between Linde and Blue Origin illustrate what is possible through innovation and bold investment. Ultimately, these efforts produce scalable, profitable, and sustainable outcomes that benefit both industry and the environment.
Thanks to its global experience and strong U.S. infrastructure, Linde stands well-positioned to lead in the expanding low-carbon economy. Its continued involvement in projects like Blue Point underscores its technical leadership, long-term reliability, and firm commitment to advancing the energy transition.
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