
Air Liquide and Vopak Sign MoU to Develop Ammonia and Hydrogen Infrastructure in Singapore
Singapore – Air Liquide and Vopak have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the development and operation of infrastructure for ammonia import, ammonia cracking, and hydrogen distribution in Singapore. Through this agreement, the companies aim to support Singapore’s transition toward a low-carbon energy system.
Ammonia is increasingly recognized as a low-carbon fuel for power generation and the maritime sector. Moreover, as a hydrogen carrier, ammonia offers an efficient solution for storing and transporting hydrogen at scale. Therefore, it plays a key role in enabling hydrogen supply chains.
Supporting Low-Carbon Energy and Hydrogen Supply Chains
By leveraging existing global infrastructure for ammonia production and transport, ammonia can be converted into hydrogen after delivery. As a result, this process contributes to the decarbonisation of industry and mobility.
Against this backdrop, Air Liquide and Vopak will explore the joint development of low-carbon ammonia supply chains in Singapore. In particular, the collaboration will assess the development of ammonia cracking facilities, ammonia storage and handling infrastructure at Vopak’s Banyan Terminal, and hydrogen distribution through pipeline networks.
Furthermore, this initiative aligns with Singapore’s National Hydrogen Strategy, which focuses on deploying hydrogen technologies with high commercial readiness. Consequently, the project supports the creation of scalable and reliable low-carbon hydrogen supply chains.
Industrial Expertise and Technology Development
Zhang Xi, Southeast Asia Cluster Vice President and Managing Director of Air Liquide Singapore, stated that Air Liquide remains committed to working closely with industry partners. According to him, collaboration with Vopak enables the delivery of innovative and sustainable solutions that support Singapore’s decarbonisation goals.
Currently, Air Liquide is constructing an industrial-scale ammonia cracking pilot plant in Belgium. Therefore, the company plans to apply this expertise in Singapore. By cracking low-carbon ammonia into hydrogen, Air Liquide aims to reduce emissions in industrial clusters and hard-to-abate sectors.
Advancing Ammonia Cracking in Singapore
Rob Boudestijn, President of Vopak Singapore, emphasized that hydrogen and ammonia can play a major role in Singapore’s low-carbon transition. As Singapore prepares to receive and handle ammonia for power generation and bunkering, ammonia cracking provides an additional pathway to lower-carbon feedstocks.
Accordingly, Vopak sees strong value in partnering with Air Liquide. Together, the companies aim to accelerate the adoption and commercialization of industrial ammonia cracking in Singapore.
About Air Liquide
Air Liquide is a global leader in gases, technologies, and services for industry and healthcare. The Group operates in 72 countries and serves more than 4 million customers and patients. With hydrogen at the core of its activities, Air Liquide develops solutions that support climate action and the energy transition. In 2023, the Group generated revenues exceeding €27.5 billion.
About Royal Vopak
Royal Vopak provides storage and infrastructure solutions for liquids and gases at ports worldwide. With more than 400 years of experience, Vopak supports global energy flows and industrial supply chains. Today, the company plays a key role in the energy transition by developing infrastructure for hydrogen, ammonia, CO₂, and low-carbon fuels. Vopak is headquartered in Rotterdam and listed on Euronext Amsterdam.
About Vopak in Singapore and Banyan Terminal
Vopak Terminals Singapore is a joint venture between Royal Vopak and PSA International. With more than 40 years of local presence, the company operates five terminals with a combined storage capacity exceeding 3 million cubic meters.
Vopak’s Banyan Terminal, located on Jurong Island, is an integrated oil, chemical, and gas storage hub. The terminal offers nearly 1.5 million cubic meters of capacity, multiple access modes, and international sustainability certifications. As a result, it provides a strong foundation for future ammonia and hydrogen infrastructure development.
About Vopak’s Banyan Terminal
With a storage capacity of close to 1.5 million cbm, Vopak Banyan terminal is an integrated oil, chemical and gas hybrid storage terminal. The terminal is strategically located on Jurong Island.
Capacity: 1,452,163 cbm
Tanks: 112
Tank size: From 2,600 to 25,000 cbm
Access: Barge, Pipeline, Truck, Vessel
Berths for vessels: 7
Certification: ISCC+, ISCC EU
Terminal type: Import-Export-Distribution, Hub
For more information please contact:
Air Liquide Press Ivan Cheong – Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Asia Pacific ivan.cheong@airliquide.com
Vopak Press Alexis Oh – Regional Communications Manager (Asia & Middle East)- alexis.oh@vopak.com Liesbeth Lans – Manager External Communication – global.communication@vopak.com
Vopak Analysts and Investors Fatjona Topciu – Head of Investor Relations- investor.relations@vopak.com

