Uniper Signs Significant Green Ammonia Supply Agreement With India’s AM Green

Uniper Secures Major Green Ammonia Supply Deal with AM Green in India

European energy company Uniper has entered into a significant long-term agreement with AM Green Ammonia India to purchase up to 500,000 tonnes of renewable ammonia annually. This partnership is poised to create one of the first major green fuel supply routes connecting India and Europe.

The contract, which was officially announced on Monday, ensures that Uniper will receive renewable ammonia certified as a Renewable Fuel of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) from AM Green’s Indian facilities. Initial shipments are anticipated as soon as 2028, sourced from AM Green’s green ammonia plant in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, which is currently being built and will have a capacity of one million tonnes per year.

The signing ceremony took place in Ahmedabad, attended by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the deal’s importance for both nations as they aim to strengthen collaboration on clean energy and industrial decarbonization.

For Uniper, this agreement marks a pivotal move in expanding its portfolio of low-carbon and renewable energy solutions for European industries. Renewable ammonia is increasingly recognized as a vital tool for reducing emissions in sectors such as chemicals, fertilizers, refining, and potentially maritime transport. It also serves as a practical carrier for green hydrogen.

Michael Lewis, CEO of Uniper, described the deal as a foundational element in the company’s clean fuels strategy. He emphasized that green ammonia offers cost-effective carbon reduction due to its established production methods and absence of fossil fuel-based carbon. The collaboration is expected to help establish a scalable supply chain between India and Europe, delivering verified emissions reductions on an industrial scale.

This agreement also supports India’s goal to become a leading exporter of green hydrogen and its derivatives, as outlined in the National Hydrogen Mission. AM Green’s ammonia is engineered to comply with Europe’s strict RFNBO criteria, utilizing reliable renewable energy sources to guarantee traceability and regulatory compliance for European customers.

AM Green is supported by a group of global investors, including Gentari, Singapore’s GIC, and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA). The company is developing several green ammonia plants at key Indian ports such as Kakinada, Tuticorin, and Kandla, positioning India as a central hub for large-scale exports to Europe and beyond.

Kakinada Project and Global Impact

The Kakinada facility reached its final investment decision in 2024 and is already under construction, making it one of the few RFNBO-compliant green ammonia projects underway worldwide. Once operational, the plant is projected to prevent approximately 2 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year and create over 600 local jobs.

This development comes as European governments and industries ramp up efforts to secure reliable supplies of renewable fuels to achieve climate targets, recognizing that domestic production alone will not suffice. Imports of green hydrogen carriers like ammonia are increasingly seen as essential to bridging the gap between climate ambitions and industrial needs.

By securing long-term supply from India, Uniper aims to minimize supply risks while fostering the growth of international clean energy trade routes that could transform global energy markets in the years ahead.

By Charles Kennedy for Oilprice.com