Expro is set to deliver well testing services for the first Schleidberg well as part of Vulcan Energy’s Lionheart Project - one of Europe’s most significant geothermal and lithium extraction developments.
The Lionheart Project, recently designated as a strategic initiative under the European Union’s Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), represents one of the largest geothermal and lithium extraction programs of its kind in Europe. The support further strengthens Expro’s position as a key delivery partner in the region’s growing sustainable energy sector.
Under the scope of work, Expro intends to provide a comprehensive suite of services, including its advanced GeoFlow™ Surface Well Testing package. These services support VERCANA GmbH’s and Vulcan Energy’s efforts to characterize the reservoir, assess fluid properties and develop high-performance geothermal energy and lithium extraction from its planned development.
Lionheart builds on Expro’s expanding geothermal portfolio in the region, following the recent successful well test delivery for a private developer of geothermal systems in Germany.
Expro, who have been servicing geothermal projects for over 40 years, plans to deliver the work through their European, Mediterranean and Caspian teams, leveraging expertise from across the company’s Well Flow Management and Well Intervention offerings. This aligns with Expro’s continued commitment to supporting Europe’s energy transition with scalable, high-impact solutions for low-carbon energy systems.
Andrei Ion, Managing Director for Europe, Mediterranean and Caspian, of Expro, commented: 'We are proud to support VERCANA GmbH’s and Vulcan Energy on this landmark geothermal development. The Lionheart Project is not only strategically important for the region, but also a clear example of how innovation and adaptation of traditional oilfield services such as well testing and well intervention can help unlock the full potential of geothermal resources and critical raw materials like lithium.
'This partnership reflects the strength of Expro’s geothermal capabilities and our ongoing commitment to delivering safe, efficient, and future-focused services across Europe. We look forward to helping our clients achieve their energy transition ambitions.'
Marco Köpsel, managing director of VERCANA GmbH stated: 'Partnering with Expro on the first Schleidberg well marks an exciting step forward in our mission to harness sustainable energy and critical raw materials. The expertise and innovative solutions provided by Expro will be instrumental in unlocking the geothermal and lithium potential of this pioneering initiative.'
Source: Expro
