RINA to Design Key Infrastructure for Petronas’ Major Carbon Capture Hub in Malaysia

 Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a critical technology for mitigating climate change, involving the capture of carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from industrial sources, transporting them, and securely storing them deep underground in geological formations, as shown in the above image. In a significant step for this technology in Southeast Asia, RINA, the global engineering, inspection, and certification group, has been appointed to execute the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for the onshore CO₂ receiving terminal of Petronas’ landmark CCS project in Kuantan, Malaysia.

The FEED contract, awarded by Petronas CCS Ventures Sdn. Bhd. (PCCSV), a subsidiary of Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), marks a critical progression for one of the region’s most advanced low-carbon infrastructure projects. This appointment follows the successful completion of the initial pre-FEED phase, which RINA also led.

Deepening a Strategic Partnership

The award signifies PETRONAS‘s continued confidence in RINA‘s technical expertise. Michele Budetta, Chief Executive Officer of RINA Consulting, commented on the development, stating, “Securing the FEED phase underscores the trust placed in RINA’s engineering depth and execution capability. We are proud to continue our collaboration with PETRONAS in advancing this strategic carbon management project.”

This next phase involves advancing the engineering design for the Southern onshore CO₂ receiving terminal. This facility is designed to be a central collection point for CO₂ captured from various industrial emitters before it is transported and permanently stored in offshore geological sites.

The Kuantan Hub: A Pillar of Regional Decarbonization

The Kuantan CCS hub is a cornerstone of Malaysia’s national decarbonization roadmap. The project is strategically significant as it positions Malaysia to become a regional leader in carbon management services. With substantial estimated CO₂ storage capacity, the hub is envisioned to handle emissions not only from domestic industries but also potentially from international partners.

The development of this infrastructure is a clear indicator of the growing commitment across Southeast Asia to deploy large-scale solutions for reducing industrial carbon footprints. By advancing this project, PETRONAS and RINA are contributing to the concrete implementation of global carbon management strategies.

References

1. Petronas. (2025). Announcement on the Award of the FEED Contract for the Kuantan CCS Hub.

2. RINA. (2025). Press Release: RINA Awarded FEED Contract by Petronas CCS Ventures.

3. Malaysian Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources. (2024). National Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Framework.

4. International Energy Agency (IEA). (2024). The Role of CCS in Southeast Asia’s Energy Transition.

5. Kuantan Port Consortium. (2024). Land Agreement Signing for CCS Development.