HOUSTON - Energy services company Expro Group Holdings N.V. (NYSE:XPRO) has announced a contract with INPEX Corporation to provide Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) services for Japan's first clean hydrogen production demonstration project, the Kashiwazaki Clean Hydrogen/Ammonia project. The scope of Expro's work includes delivering tubular running services for a production well, an injection well, and a monitoring well over a 12-month period.
The company's Chief Operating Officer, Alistair Geddes, highlighted the significance of the project for Japan’s energy security, as it aims to create an integrated hydrogen and ammonia value chain from production to usage. Geddes emphasized the importance of well integrity for the success of carbon storage sites, which are crucial for clean hydrogen projects.
Expro's involvement in the Kashiwazaki project is part of its broader commitment to supporting carbon emission reduction and advancing sustainable energy solutions. The company, with a history dating back to 1938, has been involved in CCUS operations globally for over a decade and employs approximately 8,000 people in around 60 countries.
The Kashiwazaki project represents a significant step in Japan's efforts to enhance its clean energy production using domestically sourced gas, aligning with the country's net-zero goals. Expro's role in this initiative underscores the company's expertise in well construction services and its dedication to environmental stewardship.
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