thyssenkrupp Uhde to deliver sustainability and digital services for Brunei Fertilizer Industries

This agreement signifies a key milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two companies, aimed at advancing digitalisation and implementing clean technologies in the fertilizer industry. Central to these efforts is the set-up and implementation of a digital twin, which will provide a virtual representation of the plant to enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data-driven decision-making. This technology, together with specialised trainings, will allow BFI to enhance operational safety, reduce downtime, and achieve greater energy efficiency.

In addition to that, thyssenkrupp will evaluate opportunities to reduce the carbon footprint of a potential second BFI fertilizer complex, ensuring that operations meet the highest environmental standards. This includes evaluating the feasibility of expanding into sustainable ammonia production, such as incorporating blue ammonia by adding carbon capture technologies, and green ammonia derived from renewable energy sources.

A representative from BFI commented: “This agreement is a testament to the cooperation between BFI and thyssenkrupp. Together, we are committed to driving innovation and sustainability in the fertilizer industry. The development of a digital twin and the exploration of low-emission ammonia projects are key steps towards achieving our environmental objectives.”

BFI’s CEO, Dr Harri Kiiski added: “Reducing our environmental impact is at the core of our efforts, particularly in improving the carbon footprint of our products. We are identifying strategies to cut emissions during production and transportation.”

The BFI plant was built by thyssenkrupp as an integrated fertilizer complex which comprises an ammonia plant with a capacity of 2200 tpd as well as a urea plant and a urea granulation plant, both with a capacity of 3900 tpd. After its completion, the plant enabled BFI to produce high-quality nitrogen fertilizer mainly for the export market. Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growth and therefore a key agricultural input.

Read the article online at: https://www.worldfertilizer.com/environment/10042025/thyssenkrupp-uhde-to-deliver-sustainability-and-digital-services-for-brunei-fertilizer-industries/