Innovative Floating CO2 Storage Unit Design Receives Approval

Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has received approval from Bureau Veritas (BV) for its Floating CO2 Storage Unit (FCSU) design. The AIP certificate was presented to SHI’s Chief Technical Officer, Haeki Jang, by BV’s President, Matthieu De Tugny, at Gastech 2024. The FCSU features a unique free-form pressure tank design with Lattice Pressure Vessels for CO2 storage, offering a more space-efficient alternative to traditional cylindrical tank installations.

This floating CO2 storage unit is designed to store CO2 captured at onshore terminals, compress it at high pressure, store it in Lattice Pressure Vessels, and inject it into depleted submarine oil and gas wells for long-term storage. SHI and BV have confirmed the feasibility of the FCSU, incorporating an enhanced CO2 storage tank system suitable for medium pressure, in line with BV’s classification rules.

The innovative design of the FCSU integrates the CO2 storage tanks directly into the hull of the unit, optimizing space and efficiency. This approach allows for a more compact and streamlined storage solution compared to conventional cylindrical tank installations. The approval from BV signifies the recognition of SHI’s commitment to developing sustainable and efficient solutions for CO2 storage in the maritime industry.

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