Methanol Reformer has signed a supply contract with Mitsubishi Gas Chemical (MGC). The company will install an L18 methanol reformer at the MGC site in Niigata in 2026. This is Methanol Reformer's first project in Japan. The plant is intended to produce hydrogen from methanol and supply selected applications at the site.
The system's commissioning is planned for the second half of 2026. The manufacturing and certification of the L18 reformer will be carried out according to Japanese industrial standards. These processes are intended to ensure that all technical, safety-related, and performance requirements are met.
The L18 reformer is a compact, modular system for hydrogen production from methanol. It is designed for industrial applications and, according to the manufacturer, is intended to enable reliable hydrogen supply "on demand."
Javier Torres, Managing Director of Methanol Reformer, hopes for a long-term industrial partnership and growing business in the Pacific region. Methanol Reformer also plans to participate in two industry events in Japan in 2026.
Methanol Reformer develops and distributes systems for hydrogen and power generation through methanol reforming. The solutions are designed for stationary and mobile applications. Mitsubishi Gas Chemical is a Japanese chemical company with a broad product portfolio, including methanol, hydrogen peroxide, and high-performance plastics.
