The study concludes this month and sets the stage for the next phase of pre-FEED. The collaboration assessed technical alternatives for CO2 imports by rail and exports by ship. The terminal is designed to support carbon capture and storage by enabling the transport of CO2 to offshore storage sites.
“This excellent cooperation with Ramboll for technical maturation is a pivotal step in developing both our e-NG facilities and a dedicated CO2 export terminal, reinforcing Wilhelmshaven’s role as a comprehensive energy gateway for Europe. By creating state-of-the-art infrastructure for the export of CO2, we are advancing Europe’s decarbonization and CCS efforts. Our goal remains clear: to leverage existing networks for green molecules, ensuring both energy security and industrial growth.” said Hugo Dijkgraaf, COO of TES and Managing Director of TES CO2 Company.
Ramboll’s analysis covered a CO2 receiving rail terminal and CO2 export terminal, including rail-based offloading, buffer storage, boil-off gas (BOG) handling, and transfer to a jetty for ship-based export. The terminal will link to Germany’s national rail system, the European high-pressure gas grid, the H2ercules hydrogen backbone, and the future CO2 transport network.
In its first phase, the facility is expected to handle 3–5 million tons of CO2 per year, with plans to scale up to 10 million tons. Once the onshore CO2 pipeline network reaches Wilhelmshaven, capacity can be expanded further.
TES’s onshore terminal in Wilhelmshaven will facilitate LNG and e-NG imports, with an initial capacity of 15bcm as well as CO2 exports, local power generation and hydrogen production. Strategically located at Germany’s only deep-water port, the hub connects to key infrastructure and plays a central role in Europe’s energy security and energy transition.
"Our partnership with TES marks a significant milestone in advancing sustainable practices within the energy sector and underscores our commitment to reducing carbon emissions through innovative solutions and combating climate change," said Hannes Reuter, Managing Director, Ramboll Energy. "As TES’ engineering partner, Ramboll is dedicated to applying our advanced engineering capabilities to deliver a CO2 terminal that not only supports Germany's environmental objectives but also sets a benchmark for global CCUS initiatives."