It includes the modification of process units (desulphurization and hydrogen manufacturing) as well as the construction of new facilities. The units at Wesseling will also be used for the desulphurization of gas oil produced in Godorf.

Through this investment, Shell will enhance and increase its production capacity of low sulphur gas oil.

Technip’s operating center in Düsseldorf, Germany, will execute the contract, which is scheduled to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2010.