Gladstone MCH Project

July 10th, 2024

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:

Under development – feasibility studies completed

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.

 

Reviewed: (reviewed by the project proponent): December 2024