Windhoek, August 6, 2025 — Hyphen Hydrogen Energy has signed a significant contract with China National Chemical Engineering Corporation (CNCEC) and its subsidiary, China National Chemical Engineering & Construction Corporation Seven (CC7), for the front-end engineering design (FEED) and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of the ammonia production component of its green hydrogen project in Namibia.
The agreement with CNCEC marks a key step in Hyphen’s broader development strategy and is one of several FEED and EPC contracts expected to be finalized for the project’s various infrastructure components. However, the commencement of any EPC work will depend on a successful final investment decision following the FEED phase.
CNCEC was selected after a competitive international procurement process that emphasized technical expertise, sustainability, and alignment with local content goals. The company is known for its extensive global experience in complex, large-scale chemical and ammonia projects, working in partnership with both international technology providers and local contractors.
“This agreement marks a pivotal step in realising our vision to put Namibia on the map as a global leader in green hydrogen,” said Giuseppe Surace, Chief Operating Officer at Hyphen. “CNCEC’s exceptional design and execution capabilities, coupled with their experience working with international and local partners, will help us meet our technology, sustainability, and job creation goals.”
Hyphen’s green hydrogen project is currently in the development phase, with ongoing efforts focused on detailed planning, permitting, and stakeholder engagement. The CNCEC partnership is seen as a key factor in de-risking the project and adding value to Namibia and all involved stakeholders.
The project is part of Namibia’s broader push to become a major player in the global green energy transition, leveraging its renewable resources to support sustainable industrial development and job creation.
