With 'strong market interest', VTTI advances Amplifhy project to the next phase

Following the request for expression of interest, the Dutch energy infrastructure firm VTTI is taking its Amplifhy project, which includes the development of ammonia import terminals and cracking facilities in Rotterdam and Antwerp, to the next phase of its open season.

VTTI launched an open season for the Amplifhy project on December 9, 2024, to support the growth of Europe’s hydrogen market by aligning infrastructure with market needs.

The deadline for submitting a non-binding expression of interest was set for the end of February 2025.

The company has now reported a “strong market response” to its request for expression of interest, following which the project has moved on to the next phase – negotiation of heads of agreements.

Tom Smeenk, Executive Vice President Growth, commented on the development: “The start of the negotiations for Heads of Agreement with interested parties marks an important step forward in our mission to develop Europe’s future hydrogen infrastructure.

“This phase represents a key milestone as we work toward establishing leading ammonia storage and cracking facilities for the import of