Wedoany.com Report-Oct. 30, SIAD Americas LLC has been selected to provide an air separation unit (ASU) for the Pacifico Mexinol ultra-low carbon methanol project in Sinaloa, Mexico. The project is led by SIAD Macchine Impianti and will leverage SIAD’s global execution model, with engineering support from its centres in Bergamo, Italy; The Woodlands, Texas, US; and Hangzhou, China. Equipment will be sourced from the US, China, and Europe, with fabrication at SIAD facilities in Hangzhou and the new facility in Porto Marghera (Venice), Italy.

The ASU will have a production capacity of approximately 3,500 tonnes per day of high-purity oxygen, making it a critical component for ultra-low carbon methanol production. It will supply the oxygen required for gasification and carbon capture processes, supporting the project’s sustainable production goals.

Ed Hotard, Chairman and CEO of SIAD Americas, said: “We are proud to partner with Transition Industries and contribute our expertise to what will be one of the world's most sustainable chemical facilities. Our selection reflects the strength of SIAD’s global engineering team and our commitment to delivering exceptional value to customers.”

Paolo Ferrario, General Manager of SIAD Macchine Impianti, added: “Being chosen for this landmark project is a testament to SIAD's global engineering capabilities and our proven technology in large-scale air separation.”

The Pacifico Mexinol facility, expected to begin operations in 2029, is projected to be the largest standalone ultra-low carbon chemical production plant in the world, and one of the leading producers of green hydrogen and green methanol. The project is jointly developed by Transition Industries and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group.

Rommel Gallo, CEO of Transition Industries, commented: “The selection of SIAD for this critical piece of infrastructure ensures that the Pacifico Mexinol project will be equipped with a world-class, highly efficient air separation plant. This partnership is another key step in integrating the best available technology to meet our ambitious sustainability and operational goals.”

The ASU will be designed for maximum efficiency and reliability, directly supporting the project’s net-zero carbon emissions objectives. The strategic sourcing of engineering and equipment from SIAD’s global network is expected to optimize both the execution schedule and overall project costs, reinforcing the project’s position as a benchmark for sustainable chemical production.

This collaboration highlights the integration of advanced technology, global engineering expertise, and sustainability-focused solutions, positioning Pacifico Mexinol as a pioneering model for ultra-low carbon methanol and green hydrogen production worldwide.