Flowserve Corporation, a recognized global leader in flow control solutions, has secured a crucial contract to provide cutting-edge dry gas seals and dry gas seal systems for a groundbreaking carbon capture initiative led by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). The project, developed in partnership with Celeros Flow Technology, represents a significant leap forward in the energy sector’s quest for sustainability, aligning with ADNOC’s broader goals of decarbonization and environmental responsibility.

In 2023, ADNOC announced plans to develop one of the largest carbon capture projects in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), with an ambitious goal of capturing and storing 1.5 million tons of CO2 annually equivalent to the emissions produced by over 326,000 vehicles. This strategic initiative is a key component of ADNOC’s comprehensive decarbonization strategy, which aims to not only reduce the company’s carbon footprint but also make a significant contribution to the global effort to combat climate change. The project’s core involves the installation of advanced high-pressure injection systems at ADNOC’s Habshan gas plant, which will handle CO2 for enhanced oil recovery and storage.

As part of this high-stakes project, Flowserve will supply advanced dry gas seals and seal systems, which will be integrated into Celeros’ high-pressure injection packages. These specialized components are vital for the continuous operation of supercritical CO2 (sCO2) pumps—marking the first-ever use of continuous sCO2 injection for enhanced oil recovery in such a high-pressure setting. This collaboration between Flowserve and Celeros will offer a technological breakthrough in carbon capture and storage (CCS), enabling ADNOC to safely and efficiently manage the captured CO2 and transport it for long-term storage.

Lamar Duhon, President of Flowserve’s Pumps Division, highlighted the importance of the project: “Successfully executing a project of this scale requires ingenuity and teamwork. Through our partnership with Celeros, we’ve developed a solution that not only supports ADNOC’s decarbonization goals but also reinforces Flowserve’s commitment to reducing global emissions.” The collaboration embodies Flowserve’s 3D strategy—Diversify, Decarbonize, and Digitize—which focuses on advancing sustainability, technology, and digitalization across its operations.

The integration of Celeros’ state-of-the-art BB5 pump technology with Flowserve’s sealing solutions will enable ADNOC to manage supercritical CO2 efficiently, transporting it from the Habshan facility to the Bab Far North Field Development CO2 Storage Hub via a dedicated pipeline. This development is poised to play a pivotal role in ADNOC’s long-term decarbonization strategy, which aims to expand its carbon capture capacity to five million tons annually by 2030.

The impact of this partnership extends far beyond ADNOC’s operations. Flowserve’s involvement in this innovative project reinforces its position as a global leader in providing sustainable and reliable solutions for carbon capture and storage. It also underscores the growing demand for advanced technologies in the chemical and energy sectors, where reducing carbon emissions and ensuring long-term environmental sustainability are critical goals. This landmark project sets a new precedent for the chemical industry, showcasing how technology-driven solutions can make a substantial difference in the fight against climate change. By addressing both technical challenges and environmental concerns, Flowserve, Celeros, and ADNOC are setting the stage for a cleaner, more sustainable future in the global energy sector.