Industrial Shift: Samsung Heavy Industries & Amogy Electrify Future with Ammonia Power

NEW YORK, NY – November 12, 2025

The industrial landscape is witnessing a profound transformation as global players pivot towards sustainable energy solutions. In a significant move set to accelerate this shift, Amogy, a pioneer in ammonia-to-power solutions, and Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI), a titan in shipbuilding and heavy industry, have forged a multi-year strategic contract manufacturing partnership. This collaboration is poised to commercialize Amogy’s innovative ammonia-to-power systems, marking a critical step in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors like maritime shipping and distributed power generation. It’s a strategic alliance that goes beyond mere product development, delving into the practical application and scalable manufacturing required to truly impact global energy trends.

Catalyzing a Green Revolution: Amogy's Ammonia-to-Power System

At the heart of this partnership lies Amogy’s proprietary ammonia-to-electrical power technology. This system efficiently “cracks” liquid ammonia into its constituent elements—hydrogen and nitrogen—on-site. The liberated hydrogen is then fed into a fuel cell or an engine, generating high-performance electrical power with zero carbon emissions. This modular, scalable, and energy-dense solution presents a compelling alternative for applications demanding reliability and efficiency, moving beyond the traditional limitations of battery storage for large-scale industrial use.

The maturity and viability of Amogy’s technology are well-validated. Lloyd's Register (LR) completed the Technology Verification phase by December 2023, assessing and certifying the novel technology’s readiness and associated risks. Further, in February 2024, LR issued a feasibility statement for Amogy’s Technology Qualification Plan, outlining the rigorous component testing required for maritime applications. This was followed by an American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) New Technology Qualification (NTQ) letter in May 2024, acknowledging the safety, viability, and maturity of Amogy's integrated reactor system. These certifications are crucial endorsements, signaling to the industry that Amogy’s solution is ready for broader adoption.

The first tangible outcome of this partnership will be the deployment of a 1-megawatt (MW) pilot system in Pohang, South Korea, by 2026, in collaboration with GS Engineering & Construction and HD Hyundai Infracore. This pilot, which integrates Amogy's cracking technology with HD Hyundai Infracore's HX22 hydrogen engine, is slated to scale up to a commercial 40 MW system by 2028-2029. This project is not just a technological showcase; it represents a real-world demonstration of ammonia’s promise for grid-connected, distributed power generation, supported by Pohang-si’s commitment to fostering a clean energy hub.

Manufacturing the Future: SHI's Strategic Bet on Green Tech

For Samsung Heavy Industries, this partnership signifies a calculated and significant expansion of its commitment to green technologies. Having previously made a strategic investment in Amogy in December 2024, SHI is now stepping up as a contract manufacturer, leveraging its world-class manufacturing capabilities to accelerate the commercial-scale production of Amogy’s systems. This commitment is underscored by SHI’s plan to establish a dedicated manufacturing facility in South Korea and expand its ammonia demonstration facility at the Geoje Shipyard by the end of 2025.

Lee Ho-gi, Managing Director of Samsung Heavy Industries Eco-friendly Research Center, emphasized the strategic alignment: “We want to contribute to creating an eco-friendly fuel ecosystem by cooperating with Amogy in technology scale-up and manufacturing/production. We will continue to seek long-term cooperation with Amogy.” This statement highlights SHI’s vision to not just build, but to actively shape the future of green energy infrastructure. SHI's move reflects a broader trend among industrial giants to integrate sustainability into their core business models, recognizing the economic and environmental imperatives of the energy transition. By taking on the manufacturing role, SHI ensures the quality, reliability, and scalability crucial for Amogy's market penetration, while also solidifying its own position as a leader in eco-friendly industrial solutions.

Powering Maritime & Grid: The Market for Ammonia Solutions

The market demand for ammonia-to-power systems is surging, driven by aggressive global decarbonization targets. Ammonia, particularly green ammonia, is emerging as a front-runner for carbon-free fuel due to its efficient hydrogen storage capabilities, established global infrastructure, and potential to drastically reduce emissions in heavy industries and maritime shipping. The global ammonia fuel market, estimated at over half a billion dollars in 2024, is projected to reach nearly $3 billion by 2033, with green ammonia experiencing an even more explosive growth trajectory.

In maritime shipping, ammonia is considered a key future fuel, with projections indicating it could triple current ammonia production if widely adopted. The shipping industry, under increasing pressure to meet stringent emission regulations, sees ammonia as a viable pathway to zero-carbon voyages. Similarly, in power generation, ammonia offers a flexible solution for integrating variable renewable energy sources and stabilizing grids. South Korea, for instance, has ambitious plans, launching the world's first Clean Hydrogen Portfolio Standard (CHPS) in May 2024, targeting hydrogen/ammonia-based electricity to comprise 2.1% of its national grid by 2030 and 7.1% by 2036. The 1 MW Pohang project, and its planned expansion, is a direct response to this policy drive, positioning South Korea as a leader in clean energy innovation.

Seonghoon Woo, CEO of Amogy, articulated the significance of the manufacturing partnership: “Samsung Heavy Industries has the world’s most advanced manufacturing and production capabilities, and partnership with them to manufacture our systems is a significant step forward for Amogy. With SHI’s expertise, we can ensure the quality, reliability, and scalability of our systems as we accelerate commercialization – advancing decarbonization across both land and sea.” This strategic collaboration not only validates Amogy’s technological prowess but also provides the manufacturing muscle required to meet the burgeoning global demand for zero-carbon energy solutions, laying the groundwork for a new era of industrial and maritime operations.