Fluor Signs FEED Contract for Heidelberg Materials’ Carbon Capture Project in Germany

Fluor and Heidelberg Materials collaborate on advanced carbon capture for sustainable cement production in Germany Image Credit : Flour

Fluor Corporation has signed a Front-end Engineering and Design (FEED) contract with Heidelberg Materials for the company’s GeZero project. This initiative, located in Geseke, Germany, focuses on implementing a large-scale carbon capture and storage system at Heidelberg Materials' cement production plant. Fluor will include the unspecified contract value in its financial reports for the fourth quarter of 2024.

A Key Step in Decarbonization Efforts

Mike Alexander, Group President of Fluor’s Energy Solutions business said, "GeZero is a flagship project for the decarbonization strategy of Heidelberg Materials and Fluor is excited to assist with this pioneering technology."

He added, "Carbon capture and permanent storage is crucial in meeting sustainability goals.”

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The project is based on cutting-edge second-generation advanced Oxyfuel technology. It aims to capture 700,000 tons of carbon dioxide annually from the cement production process. Once captured, the carbon dioxide will be transported to offshore storage sites in the North Sea. These sites will safely and permanently store the carbon dioxide, either through pipeline or ship transport. The project is set to reduce emissions significantly, aligning with global sustainability objectives.

Timeline for Construction and Commissioning

Heidelberg Materials intends to commence construction on the GeZero project in 2026, with the goal of commissioning it three years afterward. Fluor's participation during this initial design and integration stage lays the groundwork for effective execution, seeking to position Heidelberg Materials as a frontrunner in sustainable cement manufacturing.

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This program highlights Heidelberg Materials' sustained dedication to decarbonization and sustainability. With the help of Fluor, the GeZero project is a big step forward for carbon capture technologies in hard-to-decarbonize industries like cement manufacturing.