China’s CC7 Sign's Contracts for Namibia’s $10 Billion Green Hydrogen-Ammonia Project
A major milestone has been reached in Namibia’s ambitious green hydrogen journey. China National Chemical Engineering & Construction Corporation Seven (CC7), a subsidiary of the state-owned China National Chemical Engineering Company, has signed front-end engineering design (FEED) and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts with Hyphen Hydrogen Energy for the country's landmark $10 billion green hydrogen and ammonia project.
Set to become the world’s largest green ammonia production facility, the project will generate up to 2.4 million tonnes of ammonia annually, powered by 3GW of renewable energy. The development positions Namibia as a leading green energy hub in Africa, aligning with the government’s long-term vision to anchor economic growth on clean energy and industrialization.
The contract signing ceremony was attended by China Chemical Chairman Mo Dingge and Hyphen CEO Marco Raffinetti, signaling a deepening partnership between Namibia and China under the Belt and Road Initiative. Hyphen, a joint venture between Germany’s Enertrag and UK-based Nicholas Holdings, will lead the project, with Namibia set to acquire a 24% equity stake by the end of 2024.
“This project is of great importance to Namibia’s economic future,” said Raffinetti. “It will drive export revenue, attract global investment, and stimulate industrial development.”
CC7 brings extensive experience in large-scale petrochemical and renewable energy infrastructure. Its chairman, Longhai, emphasized the company's commitment to “deepen cooperation, leverage strengths, and ensure smooth execution of this benchmark renewable energy project.”
Hyphen’s initiative is expected to not only boost Namibia’s export capabilities but also contribute significantly to global decarbonization efforts. China Chemical underscored its role in delivering innovative, high-quality infrastructure that supports carbon neutrality and global energy collaboration.
