Fluxys and Advario drive forward with their low-carbon ammonia terminal, paving the way for the energy transition

Advario, a leading provider of tank storage and infrastructure solutions, and Fluxys, an independent energy infrastructure group, are progressing towards the next phase of their joint low-carbon ammonia terminal project in the Port of Antwerp(-Bruges), Belgium.

This includes initiating commercial proceedings to invite market players to reserve capacities in the terminal during the open season and advancing to FEED studies, a critical phase laying the groundwork for the terminal's development. 

The planned low-carbon ammonia import terminal, slated to be constructed at the site of the Advario Gas Terminal (AGT) site in Antwerp, represents a significant step in meeting the growing demand for sustainable energy sources in Belgium and beyond. This terminal aligns perfectly with Europe's hydrogen strategy and the REPowerEU plan, which aims for 20 million tonnes of green hydrogen consumption by 2030, with ammonia imports covering one fifth of this target.

Jan Jambon, Minister-President of Flanders who visited AGT today commented: “The joint initiative of Advario and Fluxys, developing an innovative import terminal for low-carbon-ammonia infrastructure, fits perfectly with our ambition and supports our objective to be a key hub for importing and exporting essential molecules for a carbon-neutral economy. This initiative aims to accelerate the transition to cleaner energy sources, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable future for Flanders and beyond.”

Ammonia, with its potential as a carbon-neutral molecule across various industries, emerges as a cornerstone in the energy transition. From serving as a sustainable feedstock for manufacturing processes to facilitating transportation and power generation, ammonia promises to play a pivotal role in achieving climate objectives. By strategically situating the terminal within the Antwerp port region, Advario and Fluxys aim to leverage the port’s position as Europe's largest petrochemical hub to foster efficient connectivity and accessibility, thereby significantly contributing to regional and EU energy transition efforts.

For further information, please contact our dedicated commercial team:

• Advario: bart.seliaerts@advario.com
• Fluxys: julien.cruz@fluxys.com

About Advario

Advario is a leading tank storage and infrastructure solutions provider for chemicals, gases and new energies, headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Building on 50 years of experience, Advario operates a global network of liquid storage terminals that are strategically located in key energy hubs.

Committed to play a frontrunner role in the energy transition, Advario actively collaborates with its business partners to drive innovation and sustainability in the energy sector and to support its customers in their decarbonization journey.

For media inquiries, please contact: Advario Communications - communication@advario.com

To find out more, visit www.advario.com.

About Fluxys

Headquartered in Belgium, Fluxys is a fully independent infrastructure group with 1,300 employees active in gas transmission & storage and liquefied natural gas terminalling. Through its associated companies across the world, Fluxys operates 28,000 kilometers of pipeline and liquefied natural gas terminals totaling a yearly regasification capacity of 450 TWh. Among Fluxys’ subsidiaries is Euronext listed Fluxys Belgium, owner and operator of the infrastructure for gas transmission & storage and liquefied natural gas terminalling in Belgium.

As a purpose-led company, Fluxys together with its stakeholders contributes to a better society by shaping a bright energy future. Building on the unique assets of its infrastructure and its commercial and technical expertise, Fluxys is committed to transporting hydrogen, biomethane or any other carbon-neutral energy carrier as well as CO₂, accommodating the capture, usage and storage of the latter.

www.fluxys.com