Gladstone MCH Project (Archived)

Gladstone MCH Project

ENEOS is investigating the safe, reliable supply of hydrogen made with renewable energy in Gladstone, Queensland.

Main proponents: ENEOS	Main end-use classification: Focus on production of hydrogen derivatives – methylcyclohexane (MCH)	Status: Archived	Estimated cost:
Other involvement:	Production details: 40,000 tonnes per annum of hydrogen equivalent	Location: Queensland, Australia	Announced funding: AUD$1.25 million – Federal Government Regional Hydrogen Hubs Program; Design and Development funding stream

Project description

ENEOS is investigating the potential for the safe, reliable supply of hydrogen made with renewable energy in Gladstone, Queensland.  The project scope includes production of hydrogen through electrolysis utilising renewable energy and water, efficient production of methylcyclohexane (MCH) as a carrier of hydrogen, and transportation from Australia to Japan.

Note: The project proponent has advised it is currently reconsidering the business concept regarding the potential development of an MCH supply chain at this location. Subject to new information becoming available, the project would be reviewed for possible inclusion in the HyResource Projects – Active listing.

 

Reviewed: August 2025