CF Industries, JERA, And Mitsui Break Ground On World’s Largest $3.7B Blue Ammonia Plant

CF Industries, JERA, and Mitsui began constructing a $3.7B low-carbon ammonia plant in Louisiana, producing 1.4M tons annually. The plant will sequester 98% of CO₂ emissions, with CF Industries owning 40%. Ammonia will supply U.S. farmers and Asian power plants, creating 3,900 jobs during construction and 100 permanent roles. Production is expected to start in 2029, according to the companies.

Blue Point One, a joint venture between CF Industries, JERA, and Mitsui, started construction on a $3.7B low-carbon ammonia plant in Louisiana. The plant, expected to be the world's largest with 1.4MMt annual capacity, will begin production in 2029. CF Industries is investing an additional $550M in shared infrastructure, while Linde will invest over $400M in an air-separation unit. The project aims to capture 98% of CO2 emissions, making it one of the first to use autothermal reforming technolog

CF Industries, along with JERA and Mitsui, has started construction on the Blue Point One low-carbon ammonia plant in Donaldsonville. The facility is expected to produce 1.4 million metric tons annually, supporting up to 6.7 million acres of U.S. corn production, according to the company.

CF Industries, JERA, and Mitsui broke ground on Blue Point One, a $3.7B low-carbon ammonia plant in Louisiana. The plant, expected to be the world's largest with 1.4M metric tons annual capacity, will create jobs and use autothermal reforming technology. CF Industries (CF) holds 40% ownership, JERA 35%, and Mitsui 25%. The plant is set to begin production in 2029.

CF Industries, JERA, and Mitsui began construction on Blue Point One, a $4B low-carbon ammonia plant in Louisiana. The facility, set to be the world's largest, will produce 1.4M metric tons annually and use ATR technology. Operational by 2029, it aims to serve agricultural and energy markets, boosting domestic supply and exports. According to CF Industries, the project will create jobs and strengthen U.S. industrial capacity.

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating leading fertilizer producers, including Nutrien, Mosaic, CF Industries, Koch, and Yara, for potential antitrust violations. Iowa Corn Growers Association President Mark Mueller cites industry consolidation and high prices as concerns. Farmers argue that fewer suppliers have not led to promised cost savings. The investigation is in early stages, with no accusations made. Farmers seek greater transparency in pricing.