In Dakhla, a massive green hydrogen and ammonia export project is moving closer to reality, drawing the attention of industrial players and investors alike. The first phase, expected by 2031, aims for an annual production capacity of one million tons, requiring an investment of 4.04 billion dollars. Further expansions are planned every four to five years, ultimately pushing the total investment to around 25 billion dollars.
While local media reports suggest an imminent launch, no official timeline has been confirmed. What is certain, however, is that production will be exclusively for export, with shipments primarily destined for the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp port complex, where green hydrogen and ammonia will be used in industry and maritime transport.
Behind this ambitious project stands a powerful consortium of energy sector leaders, including TAQA Morocco, a subsidiary of the UAE’s TAQA Group, the Danish investment fund AP Moller Capital, and several Moroccan companies such as Dahamco, Ornx Boujdour, and OCP Group, a global phosphate giant.
This project is part of a broader push to establish Morocco as a major player in green hydrogen production. Just last week, KGAL Investment Management and the German bank KfW awarded a 30 million euro grant to the Jorf Hydrogen Platform, developed by INNOVX’s Hydrojeel. Selected from 98 proposals under the PtX Development Fund, this project highlights Morocco’s rising appeal in the green hydrogen sector.
Meanwhile, a new agreement was signed between GE Vernova, Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Water (ONEE), and energy producer Nareva to explore injecting green hydrogen into gas turbines at the Laâyoune power plant. This could significantly accelerate the decarbonization of Morocco’s energy sector.
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Morocco is among the nations expected to exceed green hydrogen production targets for 2030, alongside the UAE and Oman. The country’s national hydrogen roadmap follows a phased approach. By 2030, production will focus on local ammonia manufacturing and exports. Between 2030 and 2040, lower production costs and advancements in synthetic fuels will unlock new opportunities. By 2040-2050, Morocco aims to dominate the global hydrogen market, expanding its use into industrial and residential sectors.
With massive investments and strategic partnerships, Morocco is solidifying its role as a leading force in the global energy transition. As the green hydrogen revolution gains momentum, the country is well on its way to becoming a key supplier for international markets, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in sustainable energy solutions.
