Stamicarbon

What Stamicarbon does

Stamicarbon, founded in 1947 and headquartered in Sittard, Netherlands, is a nitrogen fertilizer process technology licensor and proprietary equipment supplier operating as the innovation and licensing arm of NEXTCHEM within the publicly listed MAIRE Group. The company develops and licenses proprietary process technologies for urea, ammonia, and nitric acid plants, with its technology present in over 1,805 projects across more than 70 countries; 260+ urea plants have been licensed since 1947, representing more than half of installed global urea capacity. The portfolio is organized around four brands: NX Stami Urea (covering LAUNCH new-plant, ADVANCE optimization, and EVOLVE upgrade lifecycle stages), NX Stami Ammonia (50-3,500 MTPD medium-pressure and 50-500 MTPD high-pressure designs, including green ammonia), NX Stami Nitrates (mono- and dual-pressure nitric acid up to 2,000+ MTPD), and NX Stami Digital (Process Monitor digital twin and Technology Training Simulator). Stamicarbon also holds proprietary materials technology through Safurex® super duplex stainless steel used in high-pressure corrosion-resistant equipment, and the PurActive™ polymer-coated controlled-release fertilizer platform co-developed with Pursell Agri-Tech.

Revenue is generated through three streams: technology licensing and royalties on process design packages and know-how, proprietary equipment sales (Safurex®-based reactors, strippers, condensers, scrubbers, and spare parts including for non-Stamicarbon plants), and lifecycle engineering services spanning plant assessments, revamp studies, debottlenecking, and 24/7 Agile Response emergency support. Pricing is project-specific and quote-based with no public tiers. Distribution is direct and enterprise-led, supported by long-standing EPC contractor partnerships with thyssenkrupp (since 1963), Chiyoda (since 1966), Tecnimont (since 1997), and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (since 2001). Named customers include AdvanSix, Linggu Chemical, Yuntianhua, El Delta Company for Fertilizer, El-Nasr Company for Intermediate Chemicals (NCIC), Jiangsu Huachang, Hubei Sanning, Mangalore Chemicals and Fertilizers, Genesis Fertilizers (DL E&C), FertigHy, and Soluciones Químicas, spanning China, Egypt, India, France, Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the broader MAIRE/NEXTCHEM relationship network.

Name

Stamicarbon

Legal name

Stamicarbon

Website

https://stamicarbon.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Stamicarbon licenses proprietary urea, ammonia, and nitric acid process technologies and supplies Safurex® equipment to global fertilizer producers. Founded in 1947, this NEXTCHEM/MAIRE Group subsidiary powers more than half of installed global urea capacity across 70+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fertilizer Plant Technology Licensing

NAICS

Basic Chemical Manufacturing (3251)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Ammonia & Nitrogen Feedstocks (Ammonia, Urea, Nitrates) (EUALAHAG)

Keywords

• Urea plant technology
• Ammonia process licensing
• Nitric acid production
• Fertilizer plant design
• Process digital monitoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Sittard

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Technology Licensing: Stamicarbon licenses its proprietary urea, ammonia, and nitric acid technologies to fertilizer plant operators globally. Licensing agreements include process design packages, engineering requirements, and technology know-how for new plant construction, revamps, and upgrades.
2. Proprietary Equipment Supply: Supply of high-pressure equipment (urea reactors, strippers, carbamate condensers, scrubbers) and E-type material (Safurex®) spare parts for urea, ammonia, and nitric acid plants, including for non-Stamicarbon plants.
3. Engineering & Technical Services: Full lifecycle support including process optimization, plant assessments, inspection services, equipment relining, revamp studies, debottlenecking, emergency Agile Response (24/7), staff training, and digital solutions (Process Monitor, TTS).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Stamicarbon licenses proprietary process technologies for the design, construction, and optimization of urea, ammonia, and nitric acid plants used in fertilizer production. The company supplies proprietary high-pressure equipment (including Safurex® corrosion-resistant material), engineering services across the full plant lifecycle, and digital process-monitoring and operator-training solutions to fertilizer producers worldwide.

Product overview

Stamicarbon is the innovation and license company of NEXTCHEM (MAIRE Group) offering a comprehensive portfolio of fertilizer plant technologies. The core offerings include NX Stami™ Urea (world market leader in urea technology), NX Stami™ Ammonia (medium and high-pressure designs for 50-3,500 MTPD capacity), and NX Stami™ Nitrates (mono and dual-pressure nitric acid processes). Supporting these core technologies are digital solutions under NX Stami™ Digital (Process Monitor, Technology Training Simulator, Digital Support), and specialty products under NX Stami™ Specialties (Controlled-Release Fertilizer, DEF/NOx Reduction, UAN/UAS Design). The LAUNCH™ series supports new plant creation, ADVANCE™ optimizes existing plants, and EVOLVE™ upgrades aging facilities. Stamicarbon Equipment (SEQ) provides proprietary E-type material equipment. With over 1,000 technology licenses serving customers in 80+ countries and 260+ urea plants licensed since 1947, the company offers full life cycle support from initial plant design through optimization and emergency response.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NX Stami Urea

Quantifiable outcome

• 35% reduction in steam consumption with Ultra-Low Energy urea technology
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature11 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• SpranamajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022Deep-tech company in applied molecular spectroscopy providing Process Analytical Technology (PAT) solutions for on-line/in-line/at-line monitoring and analysis of industrial processes, headquartered in Vilnius.
• CAC Engineering GmbHmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2017Internationally leading plant engineering company in process and chemical engineering. In Chlor Alkali, (Green) Power to X, Hydrocarbon and chemical solutions, CAC offers the entire range of services from concept development through planning, turnkey construction to commissioning.
• Pursell Agri-TechcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Works on the development of controlled-release fertilizer technologies by combining innovative coating materials with patented processing techniques. Stamicarbon developed its Controlled-Release Fertilizer Design with PurActive Technology in partnership with Pursell Agri-Tech.
• INCROmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2016Spanish engineering company founded in 1975 that develops and licenses technologies for fertilizers, wastewater treatment and explosives.
• EnviroCare InternationalmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2015Founded 40 years ago as designer and manufacturer of novel air pollution control equipment. Developed patented nozzle designs and other equipment used in creating the MicroMist™ Venturi Scrubber (MMV).
• IPCOSmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2010Provides digital solutions and services to increase plant productivity, reduce emissions and adapt to demand. Combines out-of-the-box thinking with broad technological knowledge and understanding of the chemical and broader process industries.
• Solex Thermal SciencemajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2010Specializes in moving bed heat exchangers using vertical plate technology to indirectly heat, cool or dry bulk solids. More than 30 years of experience handling various types of fertilizers from coarse to powders.
• Kawasaki Heavy IndustriesmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2001Part of the Kawasaki Group with over 100 companies, one of the major heavy industrial manufacturers in Japan with technical expertise in aerospace, shipbuilding, rolling stock, energy, oil & gas, environment and infrastructure.
• IPCO Germany GmbHcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2000Provides advanced process solutions in fertilizer finishing (granulation/pastillation) technology based on knowledge of customer production processes. Also active worldwide across chemicals, composite materials, high-performance film casting, food, powder coating, and other industries.
• TecnimontcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1997Engineering, Procurement & Construction contractor embodying the contractor spirit of Maire Tecnimont Group with outstanding references worldwide in management of large integrated turn-key complex projects in petrochemicals, fertilizers, oil & gas refining, and power.
• SPIE NederlandmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1986Subsidiary of the SPIE Group, the independent European leader in multi-technical services in energy and communication. Assists customers in design, implementation, operation and maintenance of network systems and energy, infrastructural, industrial and building installations.
• AlleimacoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1968World-leading high-tech engineering company focused on advanced materials. Producer and supplier of corrosion-resistant materials for demanding applications, continuing to develop and produce material grades for enhanced productivity, energy efficiency and safe operation.
• Chiyoda CorporationcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1966World-leading fully integrated international engineering company and EPC contractor since 1966. Provides planning, engineering, procurement, construction, operation and maintenance services in oil & gas, chemicals and petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, environmental technology, renewable energy, and industrial facilities.
• thyssenkrupp Industrial SolutionscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1963Long-standing contractor partnership since 1963. thyssenkrupp offers its own and licensed technologies for all kinds of fertilizer plants including ammonia, urea, nitrate and phosphate fertilizers as well as nitric acid, hydrogen and methanol.
• KREBERcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1963Dutch family-owned company specializing in prilling technology since 1963. With over 60 years of experience and a top team of researchers and engineers, KREBER is an absolute authority in prilling technology, designing, constructing and supporting high-quality prilling equipment.
• International Fertilizer Industry Organization (IFA)coreOthersOnly global fertilizer association, founded in 1927, with some 400 members in 70 countries. Mission to promote efficient and responsible production, distribution and use of plant nutrients. Represents fertilizer producers, traders, distributors, associations, service providers, research organizations, ag-tech startups and NGOs.
• Ammonia Energy Association (AEA)majorOthersGlobal non-profit industry association promoting the responsible use of ammonia in a sustainable energy economy. Mission encompasses both decarbonization of ammonia for existing applications and adoption of low-carbon ammonia in new applications.
• Arab Fertilizer Association (AFA)majorOthersNon-governmental Arab International Organization established in 1975, operating under the umbrella of the Council of Arab Economic Unity with observer status at the Economic and Social Council of the Arab League.
• Fertilizer Association Of India (FAI)majorOthersNon-profit, non-trading organization representing mainly fertilizer manufacturers, distributors, importers, equipment manufacturers, research institutes and suppliers of inputs, established in 1955.
• Gulf Petrochemicals & Chemicals Association (GPCA)majorOthersRepresents the downstream hydrocarbon industry in the Arabian Gulf. Supports petrochemical and chemical industry through diverse initiatives for industry stakeholders.
• International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC)majorOthersIndependent non-profit organization aiming to identify sustainable agricultural solutions by bringing together innovative research, market expertise and partners from public and private sectors.
• UreaKnowHowmajorOthersIndependent group of nitrogen fertilizer specialists with a mission to support, facilitate and promote exchange of technical information in the urea industry. Targets to improve Safety and Performance of all urea plants worldwide.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Toyo Engineering Corporation: Japanese EPC contractor with proprietary urea and ammonia technology offerings. Competes for fertilizer plant projects particularly across Asia and the Middle East, serving similar large fertilizer producers.
• Casale: Swiss-based licensor of urea, ammonia, methanol, and hydrogen technologies. Casale is Stamicarbon's most direct head-to-head competitor in the urea process licensing market, with overlapping customer base among global fertilizer producers.
• thyssenkrupp Uhde: Engineering and technology provider for fertilizer, ammonia, and urea plants and a partner of Stamicarbon since 1963. Uhde also licenses its own competing process designs, placing it both as collaborator and competitor for new fertilizer plant projects.
• KBR: Global engineering firm with proprietary ammonia and related petrochemical process technologies (KBR Purifier, K-Pro). Competes with Stamicarbon's NX Stami Ammonia for new-build ammonia plant contracts worldwide.
• Haldor Topsoe: Danish catalysis and process technology company with strong ammonia, hydrogen, and methanol technology offerings. Directly competes with Stamicarbon's ammonia platform, particularly in green ammonia and hydrogen-adjacent applications.
• Saipem: Italian engineering and construction company with significant fertilizer and ammonia plant EPC capability. Competes indirectly with Stamicarbon through EPC partnerships that bundle competing process technologies.

Others

• Maire Tecnimont: Italian EPC contractor and parent of NEXTCHEM (Stamicarbon's parent). Acts as both a key contractor partnership and as a sibling entity within MAIRE Group; overlap exists in fertilizer project delivery but not direct technology licensing competition.

Regional players

• Yara International: Norwegian global fertilizer producer and major Stamicarbon customer. Yara operates its own process engineering capabilities and is also a buyer of urea plant technology, making it both a customer and adjacent benchmark for Stamicarbon's licensing economics.

Broad incumbents

• Linde plc: Global industrial gases giant with significant ammonia and hydrogen production technology and operations. While not a direct urea licensor, Linde's hydrogen and clean ammonia initiatives position it as a broad incumbent intersecting with Stamicarbon's green ammonia push.
• Air Products: Global industrial gases and hydrogen player with major green ammonia project pipeline. Air Products is a broad incumbent with overlapping technology capabilities in large-scale ammonia and hydrogen that competes for the same decarbonization opportunities Stamicarbon is pursuing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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