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SBM Offshore and Carbon Collectors announced today that IMODCO Terminals SA – a subsidiary of SBM Offshore, has been awarded a Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) contract for the development of an offshore CO₂ transport and injection solution in the Southern North Sea.
The nine‑month FEED will define the design of a Tower Offloading Unit (TOU) enabling CO₂ carriers to moor offshore and safely transfer liquefied CO₂ for injection into permanent geological CO2-storage. Subject to a Final Investment Decision (FID), the project is expected to progress into the full EPC phase by late 2026.
This contract marks a significant step forward in the CO₂ transport infrastructure to support large‑scale industrial decarbonization.
Building on IMODCO’s long-standing expertise in jettyless offshore loading systems, the FEED will define a CO₂‑ready TOU concept designed for the harsh conditions of the North Sea. The engineering phase integrates recent development work, including advanced marine simulations and operational assessments tailored to offshore CO₂ handling.
The project contributes to the broader development of offshore CO₂ transport and storage solutions—an important enabler for industrial decarbonization in Europe. It also underscores IMODCO’s contribution to SBM Offshore’s track record in delivering reliable, safe and pioneering offshore energy infrastructure.
The TOU will have 3 main functions:
- Provide a North Sea weathervaning mooring solution for Carbon Collectors’ vessels
- Transfer CO2 from the vessels to the CO2-store.
- Provide a stable platform for maintenance activities.
“This project represents an important evolution of our jettyless offshore loading technology toward new energy applications,” said Perry Adams, Product Line Director at IMODCO Terminals. “By applying our proven expertise to CO₂ transfer, we are helping to build the infrastructure needed for large‑scale decarbonization. It also aligns with SBM’s strategic priorities of decarbonization and diversification, besides highlighting our role in the energy transition space. We’re proud to work with Carbon Collectors on a solution that accelerates the energy transition and reinforces IMODCO’s position in SBM Offshore’s innovation-driven portfolio.”
“For Carbon Collectors- says Ludo van Hijfte, CEO – this project kicks-off a new phase in realising our ambitions for providing a significant contribution to the reduction of industrial CO2-emissions in Europe. Imodco has been an important strategic partner for us throughout the development of our direct offshore injection system. We are excited to continue this partnership into the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase, getting us ready to store our first CO2 in the Southern North Sea by 2029.”
About IMODCO
IMODCO, a subsidiary of SBM Offshore, is a global leader in jettyless offshore fluid transfer systems. With decades of experience delivering CALM buoys, Tower Loading Units and mooring solutions worldwide, IMODCO provides safe, efficient and reliable systems for both traditional and emerging energy markets. The company leverages SBM Offshore’s offshore engineering capabilities to support new applications such as CO₂ transport, ammonia transfer and other low‑carbon infrastructure.
More information: www.imodco.com
About Carbon Collectors
Carbon Collectors develops marine-based CO₂ transport solutions linking industrial emitters with offshore storage sites. Its model uses dedicated CO₂ carriers and offshore discharge systems to provide scalable, safe and cost‑effective CO₂ transport services that support industrial decarbonization.
More information: www.carboncollectors.nl
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