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The export of liquefied hydrogen is one of the most prominent features of the strategic transformation in the Sultanate of Oman, especially after it signed a historic agreement in April 2025 to develop the first global trade corridor for liquefied hydrogen. This corridor connects the Port of Duqm in the Sultanate with the Port of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, reaching key logistics centers in Germany such as the Port of Duisburg. Experts, speaking to the Washington-based Energy Platform, emphasized that this agreement, in which Hydrom, OQ, and the Port of Duqm participated, represents a pivotal step toward consolidating the Sultanate’s position as a global center for the production and export of green hydrogen. The Sultanate seeks to capture a significant share of the global clean energy market, with a targeted production of 1.25 million tons annually by 2030 and investments estimated at approximately $49 billion. A qualitative leap Engineer Salah Mahdi, Global Director of the Hydrogen Sector at Chart Industries (a leading global company in hydrogen liquefaction and transportation technologies), confirmed that the Sultanate of Oman’s move to establish the first global trade corridor for the export of liquefied hydrogen , linking it to the Netherlands and Germany, represents a qualitative leap and a proactive vision that combines ambition and realism. He added that this historic agreement sends a clear message to the world that the Sultanate of Oman is not only exploring hydrogen opportunities, but is also moving to implement it on a practical, large-scale scale. He emphasized that this project reflects the Sultanate’s drive to become a major player in the global hydrogen economy, leveraging its excellent natural resources of solar and wind energy, its strategic geographic location, and its strong partnerships with European countries. Mahdi explained that the success of this corridor depends on three main factors: “If this project is implemented well—and initial indications are clear—this corridor could become a model for intercontinental hydrogen trade,” he said. A global model for hydrogen trade In statements to the specialized energy platform, Engineer Salah Mahdi believes that the Sultanate of Oman’s choice of liquefied hydrogen (LH₂) technology is a strategic choice. He added that liquefied hydrogen enables transportation in large quantities over long distances and could follow the example of liquefied natural gas (LNG), making it a scalable and tradable option, and its economic viability could increase thanks to rapid advances in cryogenic technologies. He added that with an integrated system that includes large-scale green hydrogen production, advanced liquefaction technologies, refrigerated container shipping, and regasification facilities in Europe, this project could become a global model for hydrogen trade and a clean energy artery linking the Middle East and Europe. Regarding transportation methods, Mahdi explained that choosing the most appropriate method for exporting hydrogen depends on geography and distance, noting that for short distances or intercontinental distribution, pipelines are the most cost-effective option due to their low energy loss and ease of operation. But when it comes to intercontinental trade—such as from Oman to Europe—pipeline routes aren’t a practical option. This…

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