Green Hydrogen Project at Port of Brisbane Advances with Lion Energy, Samsung C&T, and Mitsubishi’s DGA

Lion Energy is making waves on two major fronts—charging ahead with its ambitious Green Hydrogen Project at the Port of Brisbane and staying the course with oil production over in Indonesia’s Seram region. The second quarter of 2025 saw some real progress on both, putting the company in a solid position as it straddles traditional energy and the cleaner future we’re all moving toward.

Green Hydrogen Takes Shape at the Port of Brisbane

In Queensland, Lion is laying the groundwork for what could become a cornerstone of renewable energy in Australia. This green hydrogen hub is coming together fast, with early-stage engineering kicking off and initial budget projections already on the table. Backed by global players like Samsung C&T Corporation and Mitsubishi’s DGA Energy Solutions Australia, the project’s gaining serious traction.

The concept? Pretty straightforward. Take power from renewables—think sunshine and wind—and use it to split water into hydrogen and oxygen in a process called electrolysis. The hydrogen gets stored and can be used to fuel trucks, buses, or industrial sites, all without pumping carbon into the air. Just clean energy, with water as the only byproduct.

With Queensland’s rich natural resources and a well-connected port, this project is primed to drive clean energy exports across the Asia-Pacific. The next big steps include locking in customers through offtake agreements and securing the right EPC contractors to move off the drawing board and onto the ground.

Built in Queensland, Powered by Local Potential

What really makes this project stand out is its commitment to staying local. Beyond being located in one of Australia’s busiest freight corridors, it’s paving the way for new careers—from EPC services to hydrogen operations and logistics. This isn’t just good for the environment—it’s good for economic growth, too, positioning Queensland as a heavy-hitter in the global green energy game.

Having committed partners like Samsung C&T and Mitsubishi’s DGA—each with a 25% stake in the venture—brings more than just capital. They bring deep expertise, proven execution on massive projects, and major industry clout. With that kind of backing, this isn’t just a dream—it’s a solid plan in motion.

Energy Security in Indonesia: Drilling into the Future

Over in Indonesia, Lion Energy isn’t slowing down. On Seram Island, the focus is on conventional energy—oil, to be exact. The company is moving ahead with development in the Seram (Non-Bula) Production Sharing Contract (PSC) area and setting its sights on a 2026 kickoff for drilling in a nearby block.

The strategy here is clear: use stable oil output to generate early cash and support the push toward hydrogen at home in Australia. Thanks to the PSC model, a portion of production goes directly to the Indonesian government, helping meet local demand while also boosting Lion’s revenue streams.

This approach lets Lion play both sides of the energy equation—traditional fuels to keep lights on today, and clean hydrogen to shape tomorrow. It’s a pragmatic path, especially in a region where energy mix and economic development are tightly intertwined.

Two Projects, One Vision

The common thread tying Brisbane and Seram together? Tackling real-world challenges head-on. By pairing emerging green hydrogen technology with tried-and-true oil production models, Lion is positioning itself uniquely in the shift toward a low-carbon world.

In Brisbane, the payoff could be huge: lower emissions, cleaner transport infrastructure, and a stronger renewable workforce. Over in Indonesia, success could mean more local jobs, stronger regional economies, and less reliance on energy imports. Of course, environmental oversight remains critical in any hydrocarbon development—but Lion’s dual-track approach gives it flexibility and resilience.

Looking Ahead

The rest of 2025 is shaping up to be a big stretch. Lion is close to finalizing offtake deals, narrowing down its choice of EPC contractors, and actively courting farm-in partners to help share both the risk and the reward. Meanwhile, ongoing oil production in Seram ensures there’s consistent revenue backing the big hydrogen push.

What we’re seeing here isn’t a company choosing between old and new. It’s one that’s carefully balancing the now and the next—grounded in current energy realities while boldly chasing a cleaner, more sustainable future.