Carbon Clean has recently achieved a significant milestone by completing the world’s first industrial deployment of its CycloneCC technology, which marks a pivotal shift in carbon capture capabilities. On April 3, the company announced that the modular unit has successfully operated for approximately 4,000 hours over six months, elevating it to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). This milestone not only validates the technology’s performance but also sets the stage for future scaling and commercialisation.
The deployment took place at Fertiglobe’s nitrogen fertiliser plant in the Al Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi. Remarkably, the mobile unit was installed on-site in less than a week, setting a new record for the carbon capture sector and underscoring the efficiency of modern deployment strategies. The CycloneCC unit captures CO₂ from reformer flue gas stacks, with Fertiglobe utilising this captured gas in urea production, an essential process in fertiliser manufacturing.
CycloneCC utilises a modular design that presents a viable alternative to traditional carbon capture facilities. This innovative approach incorporates process intensification techniques that reduce mass transfer equipment by a factor of ten, thereby decreasing the overall footprint of the system by up to 50%. The technology combines rotating packed beds (RPBs) with Carbon Clean’s proprietary amine-promoted buffer salt APBS-CDRMax solvent, enabling improved process efficiency and purity of the captured CO₂, which has exceeded initial targets.
Speaking about the collaboration, Aniruddha Sharma, Chair and CEO of Carbon Clean, remarked that this deployment represents a crucial step towards full commercialisation of CycloneCC. He highlighted the significance of working with Fertiglobe to showcase the potential of this technology in a real-world application. The deployment leverages advanced tools, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to enhance reliability and optimise solvent performance. Operating in an open-loop mode, the facility allows human operators to implement AI-generated recommendations, ensuring that the system operates at peak efficiency.
Ahmed El-Hoshy, CEO of Fertiglobe, emphasised the company’s commitment to sustainability, asserting that creating value through environmentally friendly solutions is central to their operations. He stated that this partnership with Carbon Clean aligns with their mission to meet the rising global demand for low-carbon solutions and advance decarbonisation efforts across the industry.
As the challenges of climate change and carbon emissions intensify, innovations like CycloneCC are becoming increasingly vital. The successful deployment not only highlights the potential for modular carbon capture solutions to transform industrial processes but also points towards a future where sustainability and efficiency go hand in hand. The successful integration of advanced technology in this context not only satisfies immediate operational needs but also sets a precedent for the broader adoption of carbon capture technologies in various sectors. This development emerges as a beacon of hope, illustrating the path towards achieving more sustainable industrial operations in an age where reducing carbon footprints is paramount.
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- https://www.carbonclean.com/en/press-releases/operational-hours-milestone – Carbon Clean announced the successful completion of the world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC, achieving approximately 4,000 operating hours over six months. This milestone advances CycloneCC to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). The unit operated continuously, delivering high-purity CO₂ that exceeded projected targets and met Fertiglobe’s CO₂ purity requirements. The mobile unit was installed on-site in under a week at Fertiglobe’s nitrogen fertiliser plant in the Al Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi, setting a new record for the carbon capture sector. The captured CO₂ from a reformer flue gas stack has been utilised by Fertiglobe in urea production. CycloneCC employs Carbon Clean’s modular technology, offering a viable alternative to conventional carbon capture plants. Process intensification reduces mass transfer equipment by a factor of 10, decreasing the overall footprint by up to 50%. The combination of rotating packed beds (RPBs) and Carbon Clean’s amine-promoted buffer salt APBS-CDRMax solvent enhances process efficiency and performance. Aniruddha Sharma, Chair and CEO of Carbon Clean, highlighted the collaboration with Fertiglobe as a significant step towards CycloneCC’s full commercialisation. The innovative use of Carbon Clean-developed Artificial Intelligence (AI) has contributed to the plant’s increased reliability and availability, maximising solvent performance. The plant has been operating in open-loop mode, with human operators implementing AI-suggested recommendations. Ahmed El-Hoshy, CEO of Fertiglobe, emphasised the company’s commitment to sustainability and leveraging advanced technologies, including AI, to advance decarbonisation goals and meet the rising global demand for low-carbon solutions. ([carbonclean.com](https://www.carbonclean.com/en/press-releases/operational-hours-milestone?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.worldfertilizer.com/nitrogen/03042025/carbon-clean-announces-successful-completion-of-worlds-first-industrial-deployment-of-cyclonecc/ – Carbon Clean has announced the successful completion of the world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC. The modular unit has achieved the major milestone of around 4000 operating hours over a six-month period, moving CycloneCC to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). CycloneCC has been operating continuously, delivering a high purity CO₂ product, which exceeds the projected target and meets Fertiglobe’s CO₂ purity requirements. System validation has confirmed that the industrial demonstration unit can now be further scaled up and commercialised. The mobile CycloneCC unit was installed on site in under a week at Fertiglobe’s nitrogen fertiliser plant in the Al Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi – a record for the carbon capture sector. The CO₂ captured from a reformer flue gas stack has been used by Fertiglobe in urea production. ([worldfertilizer.com](https://www.worldfertilizer.com/nitrogen/03042025/carbon-clean-announces-successful-completion-of-worlds-first-industrial-deployment-of-cyclonecc/?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/news/2025/04/carbon-clean-announces-successful-completion-of-worlds-first-industrial-deployment-of-cyclonecc/ – Carbon Clean announced the successful completion of the world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC. The modular unit has achieved the major milestone of around 4,000 operating hours over a six-month period, moving CycloneCC to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). CycloneCC has been operating continuously, delivering a high purity CO₂ product, which exceeds the projected target and meets Fertiglobe’s CO₂ purity requirements. System validation has confirmed that the industrial demonstration unit can now be further scaled up and commercialised. The mobile CycloneCC unit was installed on site in under a week at Fertiglobe’s nitrogen fertiliser plant in the Al Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi – a record for the carbon capture sector. The CO₂ captured from a reformer flue gas stack has been used by Fertiglobe in urea production. ([hydrocarbonprocessing.com](https://www.hydrocarbonprocessing.com/news/2025/04/carbon-clean-announces-successful-completion-of-world-s-first-industrial-deployment-of-cyclonecc/?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.ccus-expo.com/industry-news/first-deployment-cyclonecc-completed-carbon-clean – Carbon Clean has successfully completed the world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC, the modular unit has operated for 4,000 hours within six months. Accomplishing this milestone enables the company to move CycloneCC to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). CycloneCC has exceeded the projected target by operating continuously and delivering high purity CO₂, which meets the CO₂ purity requirements laid down by Fertiglobe. The groundbreaking modular technology, reliably provides an alternative to conventional carbon capture plants, with process intensification reducing the footprint of this product by 50%. Both the rotating packed bed (RPBs), and Carbon Clean’s proprietary amine-promoted buffer salt APBS-CDRMax solvent aid in increasing the efficiency of the carbon capture process. Performance of the solvent has been maximized with the reliability and availability of the plant increased by using Carbon Clean-developed Artificial Intelligence (AI). ([ccus-expo.com](https://www.ccus-expo.com/industry-news/first-deployment-cyclonecc-completed-carbon-clean?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/07042025/carbon-clean-announces-successful-completion-of-worlds-first-industrial-deployment-of-cyclonecc/ – Carbon Clean today announced the successful completion of the world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC. The modular unit has achieved the major milestone of around 4000 operating hours over a six-month period, moving CycloneCC to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). CycloneCC has been operating continuously, delivering a high purity CO₂ product, which exceeds the projected target and meets Fertiglobe’s CO₂ purity requirements. System validation has confirmed that the industrial demonstration unit can now be further scaled up and commercialised. The mobile CycloneCC unit was installed on site in under a week at Fertiglobe’s nitrogen fertiliser plant in the Al Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi – a record for the carbon capture sector. The CO₂ captured from a reformer flue gas stack has been used by Fertiglobe in urea production. ([worldcement.com](https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/07042025/carbon-clean-announces-successful-completion-of-worlds-first-industrial-deployment-of-cyclonecc/?utm_source=openai))
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Freshness check
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative is based on a press release from Carbon Clean dated April 3, 2025, announcing the successful completion of the world’s first industrial deployment of CycloneCC. This press release has been widely disseminated across reputable industry publications, including Gas Processing & LNG, Hydrocarbon Processing, and World Fertilizer. The earliest known publication date of substantially similar content is April 3, 2025. The widespread coverage across multiple reputable outlets indicates high freshness. No discrepancies in figures, dates, or quotes were identified. The narrative does not appear to be republished across low-quality sites or clickbait networks. The press release format typically warrants a high freshness score due to its direct release from the company.
Quotes check
Score:
10
Notes:
The direct quotes from Aniruddha Sharma, Chair and CEO of Carbon Clean, and Ahmed El-Hoshy, CEO of Fertiglobe, are consistent across all reputable publications. The earliest known usage of these quotes is in the press release dated April 3, 2025. No variations in wording were found, indicating the quotes are directly sourced from the press release. This consistency suggests the content is original and not reused from other sources.
Source reliability
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative originates from a press release issued by Carbon Clean, a reputable company in the carbon capture industry. The press release has been covered by multiple reputable industry publications, including Gas Processing & LNG, Hydrocarbon Processing, and World Fertilizer. The presence of the press release on Carbon Clean’s official website further supports its authenticity. The sources are verifiable and credible, indicating high reliability.
Plausability check
Score:
10
Notes:
The claims made in the narrative are consistent with known developments in the carbon capture industry. The successful deployment of CycloneCC at Fertiglobe’s nitrogen fertilizer plant in the Al Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi aligns with previous announcements and industry trends. The use of AI to enhance reliability and optimize solvent performance is a plausible and innovative approach in the field. The narrative lacks excessive or off-topic detail, and the tone is consistent with corporate communications. No inconsistencies or suspicious elements were identified.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative is based on a recent press release from Carbon Clean, disseminated across multiple reputable industry publications. The content is original, with consistent and verifiable quotes from company executives. The claims are plausible and align with known industry developments. The sources are reliable and the tone is appropriate, indicating a high level of credibility.
