Air Liquide Partners with Aster for Development of Auto Thermal Reformer Unit

Hydrogen Production Air Liquide Partners with Aster for Development of Auto Thermal Reformer Unit

2025-11-25 Source: Press release Air Liquide 2 min Reading Time

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Under a MOU signed between Air Liquide Singapore and Aster Chemicals and Energy, both the parties will work together to develop an innovative Auto Thermal Reformer unit for the production of hydrogen with integrated carbon capture capabilities in Singapore.

(L-R): From Aster - Kee Khoon Foo (Business Development Director); Andre Khor (Group CFO & Deputy CEO); Erwin Ciputra (Group CEO); From Air Liquide - Ilyong Park (CEO, East Asia Pacific); Tina Loke (CEO, Singapore); Michele Gritti (VP, Large Industries & Hydrogen Energy)(Source: Air Liquide) — (L-R): From Aster - Kee Khoon Foo (Business Development Director); Andre Khor (Group CFO & Deputy CEO); Erwin Ciputra (Group CEO); From Air Liquide - Ilyong Park (CEO, East Asia Pacific); Tina Loke (CEO, Singapore); Michele Gritti (VP, Large Industries & Hydrogen Energy)
(Source: Air Liquide)

Jalan Buroh/Singapore – Air Liquide Singapore and Aster Chemicals and Energy (Aster) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly collaborate on the development of an innovative Auto Thermal Reformer (ATR) unit for the production of hydrogen with integrated carbon capture capabilities in Singapore.

This strategic partnership marks a major milestone in advancing the decarbonization of Singapore’s energy and chemicals sector. Under the MOU, Air Liquide will leverage its proprietary expertise in autothermal reforming technology, while Aster provides its integrated refining-petrochemical infrastructure and market knowledge. Together, the companies will assess the technical and commercial potential of the ATR with carbon capture which will support Singapore’s broader energy transition, in line with the national hydrogen strategy that positions low-carbon hydrogen as a key pillar in achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

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Associated with carbon capture technology, the ATR process delivers high energy efficiency, excellent reliability and enables a carbon capture rate of up to 99 %. This collaboration is in line with Singapore’s commitment to diversifying its energy mix, decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors, and building a resilient low carbon economy.

Tina Loke, CEO of Air Liquide Singapore, commented: “Air Liquide is proud to partner with Aster on this crucial initiative, which aligns with its global strategy to actively accelerate the development of a low-carbon society. Leveraging our global expertise with more than 30 ATR and a number of carbon capture references worldwide, this collaboration underscores our dedication to providing innovative gas solutions that drive industrial performance and contribute to Singapore’s ambitious climate goals.”

Erwin Ciputra, Group CEO of Aster, said: “Aster’s commitment to green energy is demonstrated through strategic investments and pioneering collaborations that are positioned to deliver tangible impact. By partnering with Air Liquide, we seek to harness advanced ATR technology to supply low carbon hydrogen that strengthens the efficiency and reliability of our integrated infrastructure. This collaboration directly supports Singapore’s hydrogen strategy and aims to accelerate pathways to reduce emissions in hard to abate sectors. Together, we are striving towards a resilient, affordable, and competitive low carbon energy future for businesses and communities across Singapore.”

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