Aramco & Samsung E&A's Carbon Capture Collaboration

Aramco has partnered with Carbon Clean and Samsung E&A to develop a carbon capture system to support global sustainability goals. 

The project will utilise Carbon Clean’s advanced CycloneCC technology to capture CO₂ emissions, paving the way for a greener industrial future.

The carbon capture technology

At the heart of this collaboration is CycloneCC, a compact and modular carbon capture system. 

It is designed to reduce the total cost of carbon capture installations by up to 50% compared to conventional systems without compromising performance. 

This system is particularly effective even at low CO₂ concentrations, making it suitable for natural gas turbines.

The innovation lies in CycloneCC’s integration of two advanced technologies: rotating packed beds (RPBs) and Carbon Clean’s proprietary APBS-CDRMax solvent. 

These components work together to ensure high efficiency while maintaining a smaller footprint, making it easier to implement in industrial settings.

Aniruddha Sharma, Chair and CEO of Carbon Clean, says: “This first-of-a-kind deployment capturing very low concentrations of CO₂ is a key milestone in scaling up and commercialising CycloneCC. 

“Its compact, modular design should be easily integrated with gas turbines, delivering high-performance carbon capture in an industrial setting where space is typically limited.”

Aramco's commitment to sustainability

Aramco, a global energy and chemicals leader, has long recognised the importance of balancing energy demands with environmental responsibility. 

The company actively invests in technologies and practices that support the transition to a net zero economy.

For decades, Aramco has integrated renewable energy alongside its hydrocarbon operations. One notable example is its solar panel farm in north-western Saudi Arabia that powers unconventional gas wells and stores solar energy in batteries for remote facilities. 

This installation, comprising of 126,695 photovoltaic panels, contributes 10.5 megawatts to the power grid to support both corporate and residential complexes.

Ali A. Al-Meshari, Senior Vice President of Technology Oversight & Coordination at Aramco, explains: “I am excited about this collaboration with Carbon Clean and Samsung to demonstrate this promising new technology in one of our facilities.

“If successful, this demonstration will pave the way for the wider deployment of this technology with partners in the Kingdom and beyond.”

By adopting innovative solutions like CycloneCC, Aramco continues to advance its sustainability goals while driving economic benefits for the wider community.

About Samsung E&A

Samsung E&A, a global leader in engineering and construction, plays a critical role in this collaboration. 

The company will oversee the engineering, procurement and construction of the carbon capture plant. The unit will be installed on a sales gas compressor turbine’s exhaust stack, enabling real-world performance testing.

As part of its broader sustainability strategy, Samsung E&A has expanded its portfolio to include green infrastructure projects such as water treatment plants, incinerators and energy-optimisation systems. 

The company’s expertise in these areas will support the development of eco-friendly technologies that address global energy challenges.

Cheon Hong Park, Executive Vice President and Head of Sustainable Solutions Division at SAMSUNG E&A, says: “We are excited to collaborate with Aramco and Carbon Clean to support their carbon-reduction goals. 

“This project aligns with our mission to deliver innovative solutions that help industries reduce their environmental impact. With the successful execution of the demonstration, I hope that Samsung E&A contributes to Aramco’s carbon reduction ambition, including future scale-up.”

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