PSW Power & Automation AS has secured a major contract to design and deliver a shore power system for ships at the CO₂ terminal in Øygarden. The system will allow vessels to shut down their generators and switch to renewable electricity from the grid, significantly cutting emissions and offering environmental benefits as part of the Northern Lights carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative.
Shore Power to Reduce Emissions
The shore power system will have a capacity of approximately 3MW and will include a medium-voltage substation, frequency converter station, cable management system, and an overall energy control system. By supplying renewable electricity directly to ships, the project aims to reduce pollution and align with Europe’s long-term climate goals.
Phase 2 Expansion of Northern Lights CCS
The Northern Lights CCS project, jointly developed by Equinor, TotalEnergies, and Shell, is moving into its second phase with an investment of NOK 7.5 billion. This stage will expand CO₂ injection capacity from 1.5 million tonnes per year to at least 5 million tonnes by 2028. New infrastructure will include additional storage tanks, a new jetty, and more injection wells, strengthening Europe’s ability to reduce industrial emissions.
With PSW’s shore power solution, Northern Lights Phase 2 is set to make a substantial impact on emission reductions across Europe. While Phase 1 began receiving CO₂ this summer, Phase 2 will greatly scale up storage and operational capacity. Backed by industry leaders and EU funding, the project represents a critical step toward sustainable shipping and large-scale carbon management.
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Source: PSW
