KBR Secures Pre-Feed Study for Low-Cost Ammonia Project in Morocco

Engineering KBR Secures Pre-Feed Study for Low-Cost Ammonia Project in Morocco

2026-08-13 Source: Press release KBR 2 min Reading Time

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Ornx Green Hydrogen has selected KBR for carrying out the pre-front-end engineering design of a low-cost ammonia project in the Laâyoune region of Morocco. The project is expected to produce approximately 560,000 metric tons per year of low-cost ammonia and utilize about 900 MW of electrolyzer capacity.

KBR will provide technology licensing and pre-Feed services for the project. (Source: KBR) — KBR will provide technology licensing and pre-Feed services for the project.
(Source: KBR)

Texas/USA – KBR has been selected by Ornx Green Hydrogen for the pre-front-end engineering design (Pre-Feed) phase of a world-scale, low-cost ammonia project planned for the Laâyoune region of Morocco. The study is being supported through funding from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA).

KBR will provide technology licensing and pre-Feed services for the project, which is expected to produce approximately 560,000 metric tons per year of low-cost ammonia and utilize about 900 MW of electrolyzer capacity. The development will integrate power generation, hydrogen production and ammonia synthesis into a large-scale platform. The project is expected to leverage the region's abundant renewable resources and strategic access to port infrastructure.

KBR was instrumental in supporting Ornx's engagement with USTDA and the development of the successful grant application that secured funding for the project's Pre-Feed study.

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"KBR is proud to support Ornx and USTDA on this important low-cost ammonia initiative in Morocco," said Jay Ibrahim, President, Sustainable Technology Solutions, KBR. "As a global leader in ammonia technology, KBR is uniquely positioned to help developers accelerate project maturity, optimize plant performance and reduce execution risk. This award reflects the strength of our integrated approach and our commitment to enabling the energy transition through scalable, commercially viable solutions."

The Ornx project is expected to contribute to Morocco's renewable energy and hydrogen objectives while helping establish a large-scale, export-oriented supply of low-carbon ammonia for global markets. The development aligns with increasing demand for clean fuels and sustainable feedstocks across the fertilizer, maritime and industrial sectors. Morocco has identified hydrogen and its derivatives as a strategic growth opportunity and continues to attract international investment in large-scale renewable energy projects.

"We are very grateful to KBR for its considerable support in working with USTDA to reach this important milestone for our ammonia project in Laayoune” said Peter A. Gish, President and CEO of Ornx. “This funding will ensure the successful completion of the pre-Feed studies lead by world-renown KBR, together with a consortium which includes GE Vernova, Electric Hydrogen and Terabase. We look forward to working closely with our partners as we accelerate towards the Feed and Final Investment Decision for our project.”

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