Renewable ammonia offtake agreement links India and Europe
As global energy markets pivot toward low-carbon molecules, a long-term renewable ammonia offtake agreement has created a new trade bridge between India and Europe. Uniper Global Commodities SE and AM Green Ammonia India Private Limited signed a binding contract for up to 500,000 metric tons per year of renewable ammonia certified as a Renewable Fuel of Non-Biological Origin.
The agreement was exchanged in Ahmedabad in the presence of Narendra Modi and Friedrich Merz. Consequently, the deal stands as the first RFNBO-certified long-term ammonia offtake executed by an Indian producer for European delivery.
Under the contract, Uniper will source renewable ammonia from AM Green’s project portfolio. Moreover, first shipments are expected as early as 2028. Specifically, supply will come from AM Green Ammonia’s first one-million-ton-per-annum plant now under construction in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
Supply scale and project timeline
From an operational standpoint, the renewable ammonia offtake agreement provides scale and predictability. AM Green is developing multiple green ammonia projects designed to support export volumes over the long term. The Kakinada facility represents the first commercial anchor for the agreement.
At the same time, the timeline aligns with Europe’s expected growth in demand for certified renewable molecules. As regulatory deadlines approach, buyers increasingly prioritize secured volumes over spot-market exposure. Therefore, early contracting has become a critical risk-management tool.
Role in European decarbonization strategies
From a market perspective, the renewable ammonia offtake agreement strengthens Uniper’s access to renewable and low-carbon molecules. Renewable ammonia functions both as an industrial feedstock and as a hydrogen carrier. As a result, it supports emissions reduction across fertilizers, chemicals, refining, and, over time, shipping.
In addition, Uniper and AM Green will work with certification bodies to ensure traceability and compliance. They aim to meet European reporting standards for RFNBO-certified products. Through these measures, the agreement aligns long-term supply with regulatory frameworks across EU markets.
Executive statements on the agreement
Anil Kumar Chalamalasetty, Founder, Greenko Group and AM Green, said:
“This partnership is a milestone for India’s role in the global energy transition. AM Green’s renewable ammonia is designed to meet stringent European RFNBO compliance standards. This is achieved through our unique firm and dispatchable clean electricity solutions. It is enabling multiple downstream sectors including ammonia, aluminium, chemicals, and other energy-intensive industries lower their emissions significantly for India and now for the World.”
Michael Lewis, CBE, CEO of Uniper, said:
“This agreement with AM Green Ammonia is a key building block in our strategy to provide our customers with reliable access to renewable and low carbon molecules at scale. Green ammonia stands out as one of the most promising solutions to decarbonise CO2-intensive production of chemicals, fertilizers and, through green hydrogen, also in refining. Importantly, it offers among the lowest CO2 avoidance costs compared to other renewable and low carbon molecules – thanks to its mature production process and the absence of carbon feedstock requirements. With clear, stable and credible rules – and with procurement and demand-side measures such as clear quotas for renewable molecules that reward verified CO2-abatement performance – we can accelerate the decarbonization while safeguarding competitiveness. We are proud to help establish one of the first large-scale supply corridors between India and Europe.”
Statements from the Members
Mahesh Kolli, Co-Founder, Greenko Group and AM Green, said:
“I am happy to share that our partnership with Uniper reaffirms our offering of the lowest possible carbon footprint hydrogen/ammonia delivered at the right price point for large scale adoption for decarbonising global energy systems. This outcome reflects the focused collaboration and disciplined execution of our teams, strengthened by the strategic partnership of our investors, Gentari, GIC, ADIA — together creating an integrated ecosystem capable of delivering green ammonia at a global scale with speed and reliability.”
John Roper, CEO Middle East, Uniper Global Commodities, commented
“I am delighted and immensely proud that we have reached this landmark agreement. It stands as a testament to the dedication and perseverance of our teams, whose collaborative spirit, innovative thinking, and shared vision have turned our ambition into reality. Together, we have paved the way for a sustainable future and demonstrated what can be accomplished through genuine partnership. Moreover, this landmark agreement shows that by aligning supply, certification and demand-side incentives, we can bring competitive, renewable molecules to European industry at scale – delivering real emission reductions.”
Regional momentum in renewable ammonia trade
Across Europe, regulators continue to tighten emissions standards for heavy industry. Consequently, demand for verified renewable molecules is rising. In response, utilities and traders are securing import contracts to support compliance and cost control.
Meanwhile, India has accelerated renewable energy deployment under its National Hydrogen Mission. Export-oriented hydrogen and ammonia projects have attracted policy support and long-term capital. At the same time, port infrastructure and logistics planning along India’s east coast have advanced to support ammonia exports.
Outlook for long-term contracting
Looking ahead, the renewable ammonia offtake agreement reflects a broader industry shift toward long-term supply commitments. Buyers seek scale, certification, and price stability. Producers seek demand certainty to unlock financing and construction schedules. As more projects reach commissioning stages, similar agreements are expected to define global green ammonia trade through the next decade.
