Burckhardt Compression secures Northern Lights LCO2 carrier order

Burckhardt Compression, a leader in reciprocating compressor technology, has secured a significant order to supply compression solutions for the first industrial-scale liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carrier. This vessel will be deployed as part of the Northern Lights CCS Project, the world's first operational cross-border CO2 transport and storage initiative, which began operations in 2025 and is now expanding its capacity. The LCO2 carriers are crucial for the safe, efficient, and flexible movement of large volumes of captured emissions between industrial sites and permanent storage locations, including across national borders, offering a vital pathway for European industries to decarbonize. Burckhardt Compression's K-Laby compressors, known for their efficiency and robust design, are well-suited for these demanding marine applications. Andreas Brautsch, President Systems Division at Burckhardt Compression, emphasized the role of industrial-scale CO2 shipping as a cornerstone for commercially viable carbon capture and storage.