KBR, a leading provider of engineering, science and technology solutions, has been awarded a project management consultancy (PMC) services contract by Ammonia and Urea Fertilizer (Amufert), a joint venture fertilizer company in the Republic of Angola, to support the development of its $2 billion project in the country's Soyo region.

 

The 2,300 metric tonne per day (MTPD) ammonia and 4,000 MTPD urea facility, is designed to enhance agricultural productivity, drive economic growth through job creation, and position Angola as a leading fertilizer producer in Africa. 

 

As per the deal, KBR will provide project management services overseeing engineering, procurement, and construction phases. 

 

This contract is in addition to the technology license, proprietary engineering design, equipment and catalyst solution work KBR previously announced on the same project.

 

Jay Ibrahim, KBR President, Sustainable Technology Solutions said: "We are proud to provide our PMC services for AMUFERT's landmark project, which aims to boost the national and regional food security of Angola and the neighboring countries. KBR provides end-to-end solutions across the asset lifecycle making us the partners of choice for clients."

 

KBR is a world leader in ammonia technology and has been at the forefront of innovation in the ammonia market for decades, stated Ibrahim. 

 

Since 1943, KBR has licensed, engineered or constructed over 260 grassroot ammonia plants worldwide, he added.-TradeArabia News Service