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Studies & Front-End Work
Defining the right answer before committing capital.
Examples of study work delivered by Atticus Energy staff and associates. Front-end studies form the foundation of every successful project.
01
Refinery Debottlenecking — Concept Study
Concept screening and option evaluation for debottlenecking a crude distillation unit to increase throughput by 15%. Included process simulation, equipment re-rating and economic analysis.
Key deliverables
- Process simulation model and sensitivity analysis
- Equipment capacity assessment and constraint identification
- Three-option concept comparison with NPV analysis
- Recommended concept report with implementation roadmap
02
CCS Carbon Capture Feasibility
Pre-FEED feasibility for retrofitting carbon capture and storage to an existing gas processing platform, including amine absorption, compression and sub-sea injection.
Key deliverables
- CO₂ source characterisation and capture rate targets
- Technology screening — amine vs. membrane vs. cryogenic
- Site integration study and weight/space assessment
- Class 4 cost estimate and carbon abatement economics
03
Green Hydrogen Production — Feasibility
Feasibility study for a green hydrogen production facility using PEM electrolysis powered by dedicated solar generation, including storage and export options for domestic and international markets.
Key deliverables
- Electrolyser technology selection and sizing
- Renewable energy resource assessment
- Hydrogen storage and export concept options
- Investment grade feasibility report with LCOH analysis
04
Pipeline Integrity Management — Options Study
Independent technical review and options study for an aging export pipeline, evaluating repair, rehabilitation and replacement alternatives with risk-based life extension recommendations.
Key deliverables
- Pipeline condition assessment and threat register
- Remaining life assessment and consequence modelling
- Option evaluation matrix — repair vs. replace vs. abandon
- Risk-based inspection programme recommendation