Autothermal Reforming (ATR) for Blue Hydrogen Production

Autothermal reforming (ATR) of gas feedstocks is a well-established technology used in ammonia, methanol, and gas-to-liquid facilities. It is a popular process choice for many new blue hydrogen and ammonia projects that will be developed over the next decade. This premium article examines the ATR process as well as the autothermal reformer's design, catalysts, and materials. It also covers the major players and their operations, as well as a comparison to steam methane reforming (SMR) and a SWOT analysis.