The world’s largest plants running today at >3,600mtpd use KATALCO™ catalyst
Securing the food of the future
The world relies on ammonia-derived fertilisers for food production, so manufacturing these as efficiently and sustainably as possible is of critical importance. Johnson Matthey is dedicated to helping our customers remain competitive in the rapidly changing ammonia market. We recognise the challenges that ammonia producers face and tailor solutions to address the pressure to reduce production costs, improve energy efficiency and increase production capacity while reducing emissions.
Leading technology and development through partnerships
Within the fertiliser industry, Johnson Matthey is a world-leader with great depth and breadth of expertise in providing catalysts for ammonia, nitric acid, nitrate fertiliser and urea production. We have outstanding technology and are continually innovating and improving our offer through partnerships with top providers like Uhde and many other accomplished operations.
Selection of catalysts and technology for your ammonia plant is just the start of the process. At Johnson Matthey we develop close working relationships with all users of our catalysts to thoroughly understand and explore the goals of your operations. In supplying some of the world's largest, most reliable ammonia plants, Johnson Matthey's catalytic solutions are already recognised across the industry and customisable to your specific initiatives.
KATALCO catalysts to optimise sustainable ammonia production
Our deep expertise of ammonia synthesis technologies and industry-recognised catalyst offerings position our team to serve the development of the green ammonia market and contribute to the decarbonisation of the ammonia industry. By installing KATALCO catalysts into your ammonia plant, you’re gaining the security of having an industry-leading partner, ensuring that your operation can focus on profitable and sustainable ammonia production.
Ready to power the energy transition with low carbon ammonia
As demand grows for cleaner fuels and hydrogen carriers, decarbonised ammonia offers a practical pathway to reduce emissions across energy and industrial sectors. Together with uhde®, Johnson Matthey provides an integrated catalyst and technology solution, built on our LCH™ low-carbon hydrogen platform, to deliver highly efficient, reliable and low carbon ammonia production.
Unlocking ammonia's full potential with cracking
Ammonia’s role as a hydrogen carrier is unlocked through efficient cracking. As a leading licensor with over 50 years of catalyst heritage, Johnson Matthey delivers advanced cracking solutions, from our ADEPT™ technology to our proven KATALCO™ catalyst portfolio, to support both large-scale and decentralised hydrogen production.
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Clean ammonia technologies
Ammonia cracking
Johnson Matthey’s ADEPT™ technology and KATALCO™ catalysts enable efficient ammonia cracking for clean hydrogen production. JM offers flexible, low-carbon solutions for both large and decentralised plants, backed by proven catalysts and expert support to advance clean ammonia and hydrogen across challenging sectors.
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Blue Ammonia production
Johnson Matthey and thyssenkrupp Uhde offer an integrated solution for decarbonised ammonia, combining JM’s LCH™ reforming with Uhde’s ammonia process. This efficient, low-carbon route captures up to 99% of CO₂, optimises catalyst life, and supports growing demand for low-carbon hydrogen—accelerating the energy transition in industry and power.
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Ammonia synthesis catalysts
Johnson Matthey offers a full range of ammonia synthesis catalysts, backed by over 80 years of ICI and BASF heritage. Featuring multi-promoted magnetite formulations, these catalysts ensure reliable performance, long life, and compatibility with all converter designs. The portfolio includes KATALCO™ 35-series, 74-series, and 74-series GREEN for efficient ammonia production.
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