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Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group (Nikkiso CE&IG) has been selected to supply 29 cryogenic pumps to Germany’s largest land-based liquefied gas terminal, located in Stade.
The project represents a significant advancement in the expansion of LNG-based energy infrastructure in Europe.
Delivery of cryogenic pumps
The terminal, developed by Hanseatic Energy Hub, is scheduled to begin operations in 2029. It will feature two liquefied natural gas storage tanks with a capacity of 240,000 m3 each, positioning them among the largest on the continent.
Furthermore, the facility will have a total production capacity of 21.7 GWh/h, which will supply approximately 20 million homes. This capacity level reinforces the role of LNG in Germany’s energy security.
Nikkiso CE&IG will supply a total of 29 pumps, including 20 low-pressure units and nine high-pressure units. This equipment will be delivered in 2026 under a contract with Técnicas Reunidas, the company responsible for the project under an EPC modality.
Likewise, the initial infrastructure will be prepared to operate with liquefied natural gas, bio-LNG, and synthetic natural gas, expanding its operational flexibility for different fuels.
Preparing for the hydrogen economy
The development includes a future phase in which ammonia will be incorporated as a hydrogen carrier. This integration will allow the terminal to adapt to the needs of the transition toward fuels with lower carbon emissions.
According to Ole Skatka-Jensen, the company’s regional vice president, participation in these types of projects reflects the growth of their presence in Europe and their role in initiatives linked to the energy transition.
Source and photo: Nikkiso CE&IG