Simeco

SIMECO expanded its service portfolio by developing integrated, multi-discipline engineering capabilities across all major engineering fields. This milestone marked the beginning of a comprehensive approach to plant design, enabling the company to manage increasingly complex industrial projects and deliver fully coordinated engineering solutions.

On November 19, 1999, SIMECO acquired INGE Impianti, a company specialized in procurement services. This acquisition expanded SIMECO’s capabilities in purchasing, expediting, material inspection and testing, and logistics coordination, strengthening the company’s presence in the oil&gas and power generation sectors.

In 2001, SIMECO obtained UNI EN ISO 9001 certification for its Quality Management System from Det Norske Veritas (DNV), demonstrating the company’s commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

In 2002, SIMECO established SIMECO.Systems, a branch office in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. In 2006, the operation became an independent company, with SIMECO remaining the principal shareholder alongside the company’s General Manager.

Initially focused on industrial automation and control systems, SIMECO.Systems steadily expanded its expertise and capabilities, evolving into a qualified provider of multidisciplinary engineering services for the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical industries.

In 2002, SIMECO was awarded a long-term framework agreement by Eni to provide Basic Design and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) services for upstream oil & gas facilities, refineries, offshore platforms, gas treatment plants, and underground gas storage facilities. To support this growth, the company invested in new engineering resources and advanced process simulation software, significantly enhancing its process engineering capabilities and expanding its expertise across a broader range of oil & gas technologies.

On November 2004, SIMECO acquired a stake in Process & Technologies (PnT), a specialized engineering and consulting company focused on chemical and petrochemical processes. This strategic investment further strengthened the company’s process engineering capabilities and broadened its expertise in delivering complex industrial projects.

SIMECO expanded its service offering to include EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) Lump Sum Turn Key (LSTK) projects, providing clients with fully integrated solutions from engineering and procurement through construction and commissioning. This strategic milestone strengthened the company’s ability to deliver complete industrial plants with a single point of responsibility.

In 2006, SIMECO entered the power generation sector with engineering contracts for a 370 MW coal-fired power plant in Chile and a 17 MW biomass power plant in Italy. These projects marked the beginning of a steady expansion of the Company's expertise, leading to long-term framework agreements with Enipower for engineering and construction supervision services, including renewable energy projects.

SIMECO contributed to the establishment of Streamline Engineering, a Milan-based engineering company specializing in process engineering, thermo-hydraulic analysis, flow assurance and pipeline design. The company further strengthened the Group’s expertise in highly specialized engineering services for the Oil & Gas midstream sector.

Since 2010, SIMECO has provided qualified Owner’s Engineering services for the Adriatic LNG Terminal, the offshore liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification facility located in the Adriatic Sea. Through its collaboration with Transmediterranean Pipeline Company (TMPC) and URS Italia, the company has contributed to the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of one of Italy’s most strategic energy infrastructures.

SIMECO delivered Detailed Engineering, Procurement, and Home Office Project Management Services for a 10,000 Nm³/h CO₂ Capture Plant serving an iron ore reduction facility in the Far East. Based on hot carbonate technology, the project marked SIMECO's first major involvement in carbon capture technologies.

SIMECO was awarded the feasibility study for a 200,000 BPSD refinery in British Columbia, Canada. The project was designed to support Alberta's access to international markets, particularly Asia, while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental protection and partnership with First Nations communities. The proposed refinery combined natural gas and renewable energy sources, enabling an estimated 40% reduction in emissions, with further reductions achievable through carbon capture technologies and the use of biogas as part of a long-term pathway toward net-zero emissions.

SIMECO was awarded the FEED and EPC Lump Sum Turn-Key (LSTK) contracts for the revamp of the HDS-1 Kerosene Hydrotreating Unit at the Milazzo Refinery. With a total project value of approximately EUR 20 million, the project involved the debottlenecking of the existing unit, increasing its capacity from 2,800 to 4,000 TPD, while also improving the quality of the treated products. The project further demonstrated SIMECO’s capability to develop and execute complex projects and turnkey solutions for the modernization of process plants, combining enhanced performance. operational efficiency, and improved product quality.

In 2018, SIMECO completed its first feasibility study on green hydrogen production, exploring the use of electrolysis powered by recovered surplus energy. The project involved technology scouting of advanced electrolyzer systems and the assessment of their integration into existing industrial operations, marking an early step in the company's commitment to the energy transition and low-carbon technologies.

Since 2018, SIMECO has supported the ORLEN Group in the development of renewable fuels, low-carbon technologies, and circular economy solutions. Through feasibility studies and technical advisory services, SIMECO contributed to projects involving HVO, TAEE, methanol production, and metal recovery from spent catalysts, reinforcing its expertise in sustainable industrial development.

SIMECO entered into a framework agreement with the SNAM Group to deliver engineering and construction management services for hydrogen plants and related infrastructure. The agreement marked a significant milestone in SIMECO’s energy transition journey, reinforcing its role in shaping the future hydrogen economy and advancing sustainable energy solutions.

SIMECO launched its first e-fuel feasibility studies, helping pave the way for the next generation of sustainable synthetic fuels. By leveraging its expertise in hydrogen and carbon capture technologies, the company reinforced its role as a trusted partner in the transition toward a low-carbon and circular energy future.

SIMECO achieved two important milestones in the energy transition sector, delivering its first Basic Design for a biomethane production plant in Crescentino and its first bio-jet fuel project for Eni’s Livorno Refinery. These projects strengthened the company's position as a trusted engineering partner for the development of next-generation renewable fuels and sustainable mobility solutions.

SIMECO carried out its first feasibility study for a plastic recycling plant in Porto Marghera, Italy, marking the company's entry into the advanced recycling sector. The project expanded SIMECO’s expertise in circular economy solutions, supporting the transformation of plastic waste into valuable resources and contributing to more sustainable industrial development.

SIMECO was awarded the Detail Engineering of the Amoca WHP2 and Tecoalli offshore platforms in the Gulf of Mexico, reinforcing its position in international energy markets. The project highlights the company’s expertise in designing complex offshore facilities and its ability to support leading operators in the development of strategic energy assets worldwide.

SIMECO was awarded its first Detail Design contract for an e-fuel production plant at the Sarroch Refinery, Italy. This milestone marks a significant step in the company’s journey within sustainable fuels, further strengthening its capabilities in the engineering of next-generation low-carbon energy solutions and supporting the decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors.