Innovating Carbon Capture Solutions
MT Group, a leading EPC contractor engaged in strategic energy and industrial infrastructure projects across Europe, has signed a crucial contract with Ørsted, a top player in the Danish energy sector. This agreement involves the engineering and construction of Balance of Plant (BoP) piping and equipment for an advanced carbon capture facility, marking a significant milestone in the pursuit of renewable energy solutions.
A Major Step Forward
“This contract marks a significant step forward for MT Group and highlights our commitment to advancing the renewable energy transition throughout Europe,” said Mindaugas Zakaras, CEO of MT Group. This collaboration showcases MT Group’s commitment to driving innovation and sustainability within the energy sector.
Global Climate Action Initiative
This agreement is part of Ørsted’s extensive 20-year partnership with the Danish Energy Agency (DEA) related to the ambitious ‘Ørsted Kalundborg CO2 Hub.’ This initiative aims to capture and store an impressive 430,000 tons of CO2 each year from two Ørsted power stations. The captured CO2 will be sent to Northern Lights in Norway for geological storage, playing a crucial role in global initiatives to tackle climate change and lower carbon emissions.
Engineering and Integration
Under the terms of this contract, MT Group will lead the engineering and construction of the piping for the BoP equipment at the CO2 capture and storage facility. The responsibilities will involve completing the design of the BoP facility and integrating it with the current woodchip-fired boiler plant at Asnæsværket, Denmark. This undertaking demonstrates MT Group’s proficiency in tackling complex engineering challenges while adhering to rigorous safety and operational standards.
MT Group will also manage the procurement, supply, construction, and installation of the complete cooling and steam systems, including the pipelines connecting to the CO2 capture and storage units. The company is committed to ensuring that all components undergo thorough testing and validation to comply with all regulatory requirements before the facility becomes fully operational.
Expanding MT Group’s Renewable Energy Impact
This contract aligns with MT Group’s strategic vision of enhancing its portfolio within the renewable energy sector. “We have firmly established MT Group as a dependable EPC contractor, particularly in developing intricate natural gas and LNG projects across Europe. This contract signifies a significant advancement in our venture into the green energy markets and strengthens our position in this expanding sector,” Zakaras added.
Leading Sustainable Engineering
As a key EPC contractor, MT Group engages in vital energy and industrial infrastructure projects throughout Europe and plays a foundational role in one of the world’s largest renewable energy initiatives. The Green Energy Park is designed to produce competitively priced green hydrogen at a gigawatt scale, meeting the decarbonisation demands of challenging sectors, including transportation and energy.
MT Group’s expertise spans the design and construction of renewable energy, hydrogen, and carbon capture facilities, placing the company at the leading edge of sustainable engineering solutions aimed at creating a cleaner, greener future. With this contract, MT Group not only strengthens its renewable energy capabilities but also reinforces its commitment to addressing global climate challenges.
