Technip Energies Wins FEED Contract for Uniper’s Connah’s Quay Low Carbon Power Project

Uniper has awarded Technip Energies the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) contract for the proposed Connah's Quay Low Carbon Power project, featuring a new CCGT power station with CCS technology. The company would, therefore, play a crucial role in the UK's efforts to meet net-zero emissions by 2050.

The facility will link to the Hynet Cluster's CO₂ transport and storage infrastructure in England’s industrial, high-emission North West. The Connah’s Quay site will help reduce carbon emissions from industry, directly supporting the UK’s decarbonization targets.

UK's Energy Transition and Security of Supply

The team will focus on bringing the first operational train of the CCGT with CCS power station online by 2030. This timeline aligns with the UK government’s Track 1 expansion projects. They will build the power station in two stages. It aims to generate 1.3 GW of low-carbon electricity, boosting the UK’s energy security and supporting decarbonization goals.

Uniper has chosen Technip Energies, alongside Balfour Beatty and GE Vernova, to lead FEED services for CCGT and CCS integration. The project will use Technip Energies’ Canopy by T.ENTM, powered by Shell’s CANSOLV CO2 system, boosting carbon capture efficiency.

Technip Energies Leverages Expertise in Decarbonization

Christophe Malaurie, Senior Vice President of Decarbonization Solutions at Technip Energies, said, "We are delighted to contribute to Uniper’s ambition to secure a reliable energy supply whilst accelerating the energy transition.

He added, "By leveraging our unique carbon capture solution, Canopy by T.ENTM, powered by Shell CANSOLV CO2 Capture System, we are committed to making this project a success, playing an active role to deliver low carbon power generation at scale and support the UK energy transition. Our extensive experience in project design and execution will offer Uniper the expertise to achieve their objectives.”

With its extensive experience in complex projects, Technip Energies ensures Uniper receives the expertise needed to achieve its goals.

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Economic Growth and Regional Impact

Helen Rogers, the Connah’s Quay Low Carbon Power Project Manager for Uniper, explained that the proposed Connah’s Quay Low Carbon Power project would ensure the reliable and efficient generation of electricity when required, thereby contributing to the future security of supply and fostering economic growth in the region. She also noted that the award of the FEED contract marked a significant milestone, as it would lead to the selection of a single contractor for the EPC phase to build the plant.

The project not only advances the UK’s sustainable energy future but also promises regional economic growth and job creation.