Balfour Beatty and Partners Begin Work on Landmark Net Zero Teesside Project
Balfour Beatty, in partnership with Technip Energies, GE Vernova, and technology partner Shell Catalysts & Technologies, has received the official Notice to Proceed from NZT Power Limited for the full Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) phase of the Onshore Power, Capture, and Compression contract at Net Zero Teesside (NZT).
This milestone follows NZT Power reaching financial close and the UK Government’s recent £21.7 billion pledge to support carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiatives across energy, industry, and hydrogen production sectors.
Pioneering Carbon Capture Technology
Net Zero Teesside aims to become the world’s first gas-fired power station equipped with CCS capabilities. The facility is designed to capture up to 2 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, which will be transported and permanently stored by the Northern Endurance Partnership. The power station is expected to generate up to 742 megawatts of low-carbon, flexible electricity—enough to meet the needs of over 1 million UK homes annually—supporting the nation’s transition to cleaner energy sources.
In collaboration with its consortium partners, Balfour Beatty will construct a state-of-the-art combined-cycle gas plant integrated with Technip Energies’ innovative Canopy by T.EN™ carbon capture system powered by Shell’s CANSOLV® technology. The facility will be driven by GE Vernova’s advanced 9HA.02 gas turbine, ensuring efficient and reliable power generation.
Balfour Beatty’s Role
Balfour Beatty will leverage its extensive expertise in civil engineering, ground engineering, power transmission, and industrial mechanical and electrical systems to deliver this transformative project.
Leo Quinn, Group Chief Executive of Balfour Beatty, stated:
“Net Zero Teesside is a transformational project that underpins the UK’s transition to greener energy while driving economic growth in Northeast England. This project highlights the power of collaboration, uniting our multidisciplinary strengths with world-leading expertise from Technip Energies, Shell, and GE Vernova.”
Industry Leadership and Collaboration
Arnaud Pieton, CEO of Technip Energies, emphasized the project’s significance:
“Net Zero Teesside Power confirms our leadership in delivering integrated CCUS solutions. By leveraging our Canopy by T.EN™ technology and Shell’s CANSOLV CO₂ Capture System, this project sets a new benchmark for low-carbon power generation, advancing the UK’s ambitious climate goals.”
Maví Zingoni, CEO of Power at GE Vernova, added:
“CCUS technology is critical for decarbonizing the planet. With the UK government’s support and NZT Power’s trust, we are proud to deploy our advanced H-Class technology alongside innovative systems like Exhaust Gas Recirculation to enhance carbon abatement.”
Elise H. Nowee, President of Shell Catalysts & Technologies, highlighted the project’s impact:
“Shell’s CANSOLV CO₂ technology will enable substantial emissions reductions at scale. Capturing up to 2 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, Net Zero Teesside sets a vital benchmark for flexible, low-carbon power generation in the UK’s net-zero journey.”
Economic and Employment Benefits
The Net Zero Teesside Power project is expected to create over 3,000 construction jobs, with 1,000 operational roles sustained annually until 2050. This landmark project not only drives technological innovation but also contributes significantly to the UK’s economic and environmental objectives.
With Notice to Proceed secured, the Net Zero Teesside Power initiative moves closer to realizing its vision of a cleaner, greener energy future for the UK.
