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Clean Hydrogen Works (CHW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert W. (Rob) Tully as SVP and Venture Executive for Ascension Clean Energy (ACE). Mr. Tully will lead the first phase development of ACE through strategic ventures and accelerate activities leading to the successful final investment decision (FID). Mr. Tully brings 40 years of experience with ExxonMobil across manufacturing, projects, technology, sales, and marketing. He has held various leadership roles throughout his career, including Technical Manager and Site Manager of the Beaumont Chemical Plant, Europe Regional Manufacturing Manager, Deputy to the Vice President of Engineering & Construction, Site Manager of the Baytown Chemical Plant, and Board Member of SABIC–ExxonMobil Kemya and Yanpet Joint Ventures (JV).Mr. Tully also served as Venture President for Gulf Coast Growth Ventures (GCGV), an $8 billion JV between ExxonMobil and SABIC on the U.S. Gulf Coast (USGC). Rob’s leadership extended across venture management, community engagement, commercial agreements, and operational readiness, ultimately leading the venture to its successful FID. GCGV was the first major petrochemical project on the USGC built with maximum mega modules and has achieved exceptional project cost, schedule, and performance. “I am pleased to join CHW and look forward to contributing to the successful development and implementation of the ACE project,” said Rob. “This is a remarkable opportunity to lead a transformative project that will help to shape the future of clean energy and a sustainable world.” The ACE project is CHW’s flagship facility in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, designed to meet growing global demand for low-carbon energy. The facility will initially produce 2.4 million metric tons per annum (MTPA) of clean ammonia, with expansion in subsequent phases to 7.2 MTPA. With CO2 Services Agreement with ExxonMobil, McDermott as FEED/EPC partner, regulatory approvals anticipated in early 2025, off-take agreements in advanced discussions and Goldman Sachs as financial advisor, the ACE project is expected to reach FID by late 2025 and begin production in 2029. |
