CO₂ pipeline between Holcim (Obourg) and Fluxys (Havré)

Why is this infrastructure needed?

Fluxys is a key driver of the energy transition in Belgium and is joining forces with the industry to build infrastructure for the transport of captured CO₂.

For many companies, capturing CO₂ is the only way to make their operations climate-neutral. This ensures that their production and employment can remain locally anchored. Therefore, Fluxys is preparing the necessary infrastructure to transport captured CO₂ for reuse by companies or for safe and permanent storage.

Connection to storage in Norwegian waters

Fluxys Belgium is preparing to lay a new underground CO₂ transport pipeline of around 3 kilometres between the Holcim cement production site and our station at Havré. This project is part of Fluxys' overall approach to help build the hydrogen and CO₂ infrastructure Belgium needs. Eventually the pipeline will connect to the CO₂ network and an underwater pipeline that will transport the CO₂ to safe and permanent storage sites deep under the sea in Norwegian continental waters.

Minimizing environmental disruption

We are doing everything possible to minimize environmental disruption during the construction of the pipelines in the Zeebrugge region. We plan the routes mainly along existing pipelines, high-voltage cables, and roads. At the same time, we pay special attention to the ecologically valuable areas along the pipeline routes.

For the planning and construction of the pipelines, we are working in various permitting processes with the authorities and the owners and operators of land in the area. Considering the duration of the permitting procedures, we plan to start the works in 2028.

Key figures

  • 1 municipality crossed
  • Length: 3 km
  • Diameter: 60/90 cm
  • High pressure (>16 bar)

Consultation

Landowners and operators have their own point of contact at Fluxys Belgium, from the preliminary study of the project to the restoration of their land following the construction of the line. This allows them to consult with someone who is familiar with their concerns and the features of their land from the outset.

When? Who will be involved? What will happen?
From January 2025 Owners and operators Identification of the relevant parties
Before the submission of the first permit request Owners and operators Information meetings presenting the project - Relevant local residents will receive a personal invitation
As of the submission of the Declaration of Public Utility Owners Conclusion of an agreement with the owners of the affected land
Before work in the work area starts Operators Drafting of a site description, agreed by both sides
After excavation of the trench Operators Description of drainage facilities (if any)
After restoration of drainage facilities Operators Confirmation of restoration of drainage facilities
After restoration of the land Operators Handover of documents for the release of the land, and assessment by both sides of damage and payment of compensation

Permit procedures

Permit procedure    Infosession Current situation*     
Declaration of public utility  September-October 2025    Planned for November 2025  
Planning permit   Planned for January 2026
Transmission permit   Planned for January 2026

* This is an indicative schedule subject to change