… to deliver a combined daily capacity of low-emission, 16,940 metric tons
thyssenkrupp Uhde Fertilizer Technology (UFT), a subsidiary of thyssenkrupp Uhde, has entered into a strategic agreement with Dangote Fertiliser Limited (DFL) to license its advanced UFT® Fluid Bed Granulation Technology for four new urea granulation units in Nigeria.
Under the agreement, UFT will provide the technology license, a comprehensive Process Design Package (PDP), and supply proprietary equipment such as granulators and scrubbers.
Each of the four new units will have a nameplate capacity of 4,235 metric tons per day, a development that will increase DFL’s annual urea granule production from about 2.65 million tons to over 8 million tons.
The new facilities will be located in Lekki, adjacent to DFL’s existing fertilizer complexes, which have been operating with UFT technology since 2021 and produce 3,850 metric tons per day each.
The plants will incorporate UFT’s energy-efficient scrubbing system, designed to minimize pressure drop while effectively controlling dust and ammonia emissions in line with strict environmental standards.
They will also feature Ammonia Convert Technology (ACT), which integrates ammonium sulfate byproducts into the urea granules—eliminating waste streams and offering logistical and commercial benefits.
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Commenting on the partnership, CEO of thyssenkrupp Uhde, Nadja Haakansson, said:
“This partnership with Dangote Fertiliser Limited underscores our shared vision for sustainable industrial development and global food security.
“By deploying our proven UFT® Fluid Bed Granulation Technology, we are setting new standards in efficiency and environmental stewardship in fertilizer production.
“We are proud to support DFL in building resilient and future-ready value chains.”
In his remarks, President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, said the collaboration reflects the company’s commitment to agricultural self-sufficiency and industrial growth in Africa.
“We are pleased to deepen our collaboration with thyssenkrupp Uhde Fertilizer Technology for the expansion of our fertilizer operations in Lekki. This initiative reflects our commitment to agricultural self-sufficiency and industrial progress across Africa.
With UFT® technology, we are ensuring the production of high-quality urea fertilizer that meets global standards while reducing environmental impact. This investment further positions Nigeria as a leading fertilizer producer,” he said.
Dangote Fertiliser Limited remains one of Africa’s largest fertilizer producers, focused on enhancing agricultural productivity and promoting food security across the continent.
thyssenkrupp Uhde’s UFT® Fluid Bed Granulation Technology is globally recognized as one of the most advanced solutions for urea granule production—accounting for more than 70% of the world’s urea granule output—while maintaining emissions well below international regulatory limits.