Blue hydrogen at scale: Technip Energies' blueprint for low-carbon transformation

As industries worldwide race to decarbonise, low-carbon hydrogen — particularly blue hydrogen — is proving indispensable. From refining and petrochemicals to power and heavy transport, blue hydrogen offers a scalable and affordable path to net-zero emissions. BlueH₂ by T.EN delivers this promise with an integrated, proven solution combining advanced technology with more than six decades of project execution excellence.

End-to-end hydrogen solutions

Designed by Technip Energies, BlueH₂ by T.EN is a fully integrated range of solutions, blending steam methane reforming (SMR) and autothermal reforming (ATR) technologies with carbon capture and energy efficiency innovations. With more than 275 global hydrogen plant references and 65+ years of operational know-how and leading-edge expertise, our company offers clients complete certainty in performance, schedule and cost.

A cornerstone of BlueH₂ by T.EN portfolio is the ROX technology — an innovative recuperative and oxidative reforming solution. ROX addresses the scale limitations of traditional hydrogen production by enabling ultra-large capacity plants — up to 2 GW — while achieving up to 99% CO₂ capture rates. This breakthrough solution integrates Autothermal Reforming (ATR) with Technip Energies’ proprietary TPR to deliver high efficiency, optimised operational expenses (OPEX) and minimal emissions. ROX™ is also modularisation-ready, ensuring streamlined project execution and reducing CAPEX risks.

In a nutshell, key technology pillars of BlueH2 by T.EN include:

• SMR + TPR: Increases reforming capacity by 30% and cuts CO₂ emissions by 20%.
• SMR + EARTH (Enhanced Annular Reforming Tube): Reduces fuel consumption by up to 30% and minimises OPEX and steam export.
• ROX™: Breaks scale barriers, enabling up to 2 GW hydrogen production with up to 99% CO₂ capture in a single train.
• LSV® burners: Deliver ultra-low NOx emissions and support 100% hydrogen firing.

ROX performance comparison with ATR scheme

Together, these technologies enable hydrogen production with over 99% CO₂ capture and more than 99% plant reliability — benchmark performance by any industry standard. They support clients’ hydrogen decarbonisation strategies across a wide range of capacities from small-scale (10 kNm³/h) to mega-scale (1,000 kNm³/h), whether for new builds or revamps of existing plants.

Flexible, scalable and future-proof

What sets BlueH₂ by T.EN apart is its versatility. Whether retrofitting aging hydrogen units or designing new mega-scale plants, Technip Energies provides a tailored solution. From small-scale distributed H₂ production to multi-gigawatt facilities, BlueH₂ by T.EN adapts to feedstock, geography and decarbonisation targets.

Applications span various markets from refining, petrochemicals, steel and cement to LNG, power generation, ammonia, methanol and synthetic fuels. This solution also enables revamps of existing assets, cutting emissions and boosting capacity without full plant replacement.

Project certainty from design to delivery

Technip Energies' model integrates technology and delivery under one roof. From early feasibility studies to commissioning and lifecycle support, clients benefit from:
- Optimised design through early technology selection
- Modular construction for faster delivery
- Digital monitoring and remote performance optimisation
- Comprehensive lifecycle services to maintain low levelised cost of hydrogen (LCOH)

This holistic execution model reduces risk, compresses schedules and ensures transparency at every step.

Real-world impact: global references

BlueH₂ by T.EN is already powering some of the world’s most ambitious hydrogen facility projects across the globe:
- ExxonMobil Baytown (USA): FEED awarded for the world’s largest blue H₂ plant — 1 bcf/d capacity, 7 million tons CO₂ captured.
- Tallgrass Energy (USA): Blue hydrogen feasibility with >90% CO₂ capture.
- HPCL Visakh (India): India’s largest hydrogen plant (320 kNm³/h), featuring TPR.
- LG Chem (South Korea): BlueH₂ plant with 250,000 tons/year CO₂ capture.
- Sinopec (China): Multi-product HyCO plant with 100% pre-combustion CO₂ capture.

Across these projects, BlueH₂ by T.EN proves its ability to scale efficiently and reliably.

The future of clean hydrogen

As part of Technip Energies’ Capture.Now CCUS solutions portfolio, BlueH₂ by T.EN supports broader carbon capture, utilisation and storage goals, integrating seamlessly with Shell’s CANSOLV and BASF’s absorption systems. This synergy ensures maximum CO₂ reduction with minimal energy penalties.

From small- to mega-scale and retrofit to greenfield, the BlueH₂ by T.EN solution empowers industry players to unlock their full blue potential — safely, reliably and affordably.