Air Products Progresses New Liquid Hydrogen Facility in the Netherlands
US industrial gases leader strengthens Dutch hydrogen ecosystem and contributes to Europe’s energy transition
Air Products, a global industrial gases leader and the world’s largest hydrogen supplier, has reached a major construction milestone on its new liquid hydrogen production facility in the Port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The project, now more than 65% complete, is set to become Europe’s largest liquid hydrogen plant when operational in 2027, contributing to Europe’s broader energy transition agenda and further strengthening the Dutch hydrogen sector.
Dutch infrastructure enables European market access
Located within Europe’s largest port, the new Rotterdam liquefier will seamlessly integrate with Air Products’ longstanding hydrogen distribution network in the Netherlands. Its strategic position within the Rotterdam industrial cluster gives customers across the Benelux region, Germany, France and the UK reliable, long‑distance access to liquid hydrogen, a critical enabler of advanced manufacturing, electronics, industrial processing, and emerging clean‑energy applications.
This investment further reinforces Rotterdam’s status as Europe’s hydrogen gateway and a global frontrunner in the hydrogen economy, building on the region’s established terminals, pipelines, logistics capabilities and industrial cluster. It also underscores how the Netherlands’ world‑class infrastructure, and strategic position at the heart of Europe is supporting companies pioneering low‑carbon innovation.
Boudewijn Siemons, CEO of the Port of Rotterdam Authority, welcomed the continued progress: “As Europe’s largest port and a key energy hub, Rotterdam is committed to enabling Europe’s developing hydrogen economy. Air Products’ investment strengthens the infrastructure required for industrial decarbonization and ensures reliable, locally available supply for businesses across the region.”
Tapping into the Dutch energy and innovation ecosystem
Reinforcing the Netherlands’ recognition as a living lab for hydrogen and home to a strong renewable‑energy and chemical‑industry talent base, the project follows Air Products’ expansion of its footprint in 2023, when the company opened its EMEA Project Delivery Office in The Hague.
The company’s growing Dutch presence will continue to support large‑scale projects across Europe that are playing a key role in decarbonizing heavy industry and transportation, which aligns with the Netherlands’ energy ambitions to accelerating the global energy transition. The project is being supported by the Invest in Holland network, including NFIA and Rotterdam Partners.
As construction progresses, the Rotterdam liquefier marks another important step in Air Products’ 55‑year partnership with the Port of Rotterdam and further bolsters the Netherlands as a leading destination for clean hydrogen investment.
Source: Air Products
7 April 2026