Harbour Energy has welcomed UK Government approval of development funding for the Viking CCS project, marking an important step towards a final investment decision, subject to project readiness and affordability.
Viking CCS is Harbour Energy’s operated CO2 transport and storage project in the Humber region, designed to support decarbonisation in one of the UK’s most industrialised areas. The project completed Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) in the first quarter of 2025 and secured Development Consent for its onshore pipeline in April 2025.
The approved funding will support further technical and commercial work as Harbour Energy continues to work with government, regulators and stakeholders to progress the development. The project remains subject to regulatory approvals, commercial arrangements and a final investment decision.
Graeme Davies, Harbour Energy Executive Vice President, Global CCS, said: “Harbour Energy welcomes the approval of development funding for Viking CCS. This milestone sends a strong signal that the Viking CCS project can make a significant contribution to industrial investment and economic activity in the Humber.”
UK Energy Minister Michael Shanks said: “Carbon Capture, usage and storage is vital for Britain’s clean energy future, reindustrialising our proud industrial and manufacturing heartlands. This is welcome progress for the Viking CCS project and the Yorkshire and Humber region, driving investment, economic growth and supporting thousands of good skilled jobs.”
Olivia Powis, CEO of the Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA), said: “Today’s funding announcement is an important step for progressing carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS). Viking CCS will keep Humber industries competitive, create skilled jobs and drive economic growth across the region.”
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