Sicim returns to Germany for major 40” pipeline project

Sicim has been awarded a contract for the construction of the Wardenburg-Drohne Pipeline (WAD) – LOT 2 by Open Grid Europe (OGE). This contract reaffirms Sicim’s pivotal role as a leading pipeline contractor in Europe and marks its return to the German market 5 years after taking part in the construction of the Eugal Pipeline Project and, prior to that, in the Opal Pipeline Project.

Lot 2 of WAD will be executed by an integrated JV with the Belgian firm DENYS NV, leveraging the combined expertise and know-how of both partners. The 40-inch pipeline, located southwest of Bremen in Lower Saxony, spans 30 kilometres and crosses the typical wet areas of northwestern Germany. Key challenges include proper right-of-way preparation, dewatering, and sheet piling. The work includes two associated Above Ground Installations, pipe storage areas as well as the execution of multiple trenchless crossings such as 1 HDD (440m), 1 microtunnel (620m) and 21 auger borings. Upon completion, this infrastructure will provide the necessary capacity to transport regasified LNG from the Wilhelmshaven terminal into the German pipeline transmission system.

All pipes are certified for hydrogen transportation. Construction is scheduled to commence in the second half of 2025 and is expected to be completed within a 15-month period, employing approximately 350 people.

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