MAIRE has revealed that its subsidiary, Stamicarbon, a world leader in nitrogen fertilizer technology licensing, has obtained two significant contracts in Canada for its proprietary NX STAMI Urea™ technology. These contracts further demonstrate the company’s strong presence in the North American market and its continued innovation in sustainable fertilizer production.

The first contract involves supplying the Process Design Package (PDP) and licensing for an integrated urea and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) production facility being developed by Genesis Fertilizers, a consortium owned by farmers, in Belle Plaine, Saskatchewan. The plant will feature a urea melt capacity of 2,500 metric tons per day (MTPD), and it is expected to begin operations by 2029. What sets this plant apart is its carbon capture and sequestration unit, making it the first proposed low-carbon nitrogen fertilizer plant in Canada. Stamicarbon’s proprietary Flash urea melt technology, which is part of its NX STAMI Urea™ portfolio, will be used in the plant. This technology enhances operational efficiency and reliability while minimizing the consumption of process steam. Additionally, the plant will include a DEF production unit with a capacity of 1,500 MTPD. DEF, also known as AdBlue® in Europe, is a high-purity urea solution developed to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from diesel engines. Stamicarbon's DEF production technology, part of its NX STAMI Specialties portfolio, allows for the direct production of ISO 22241-compliant DEF from an aqueous urea solution. This process ensures high product quality and significantly reduces production costs by eliminating the need for additional finishing and blending stages, a common practice in DEF production.

The second contract focuses on the supply of a replacement High-Pressure Urea Stripper for Nutrien’s Fort Saskatchewan Nitrogen Operations (FNO) in Alberta. This specialized piece of equipment, developed using advanced engineering and materials technology, is designed to improve operational efficiency. It will minimize downtime and contribute to the long-term reliability of the facility’s operations, ensuring sustained performance.

Alessandro Bernini, CEO of MAIRE, expressed his satisfaction with the contracts, stating, “These awards highlight our undisputed leadership in urea technology solutions, especially in a competitive and strategic region like North America. We are proud to be involved in pioneering sustainable technologies that will support the agricultural industry while contributing to environmental goals.” These two significant contracts are a clear reflection of Stamicarbon’s continued success in providing innovative and sustainable solutions for the fertilizer industry, reinforcing its position as a global leader in urea technology.

Maire S.p.A., listed on the Milan Stock Exchange, leads a prominent international industrial group specializing in Nitrogen, Hydrogen, circular carbon, fuels and chemicals, and polymers. The company offers Sustainable Technology Solutions and Integrated E&C Solutions. The Maire Tecnimont Group operates in nearly 45 countries, with around 50 subsidiaries and a workforce of more than 9,300 employees.