In a significant stride towards enhancing the energy landscape, Rostec has spearheaded the development of a 25-megawatt industrial engine, marking a promising leap in the fuel-energy sector. According to Rostec, the United Engine Corporation will conclude the testing of the first prototype of the new industrial engine, AL-41ST, in December of this year. This mighty creation is tailor-made for application in the fuel-energy sector, particularly in gas pumping equipment.
The demand for this product is spurred by the increasing departure of foreign suppliers from the Russian market, a phenomenon predominantly impacting the Russian market for small and medium-sized power turbines, where foreign products account for nearly a quarter of the market share. Consequently, the need for import substitution has become a pressing concern. Rostec is already in the process of developing a series of new ground-based power units, AL-41ST, with plans to conclude the testing of the first 25-megawatt engine on the manufacturer’s test stand by the end of the year, followed by the commencement of tests for a second prototype in February 2024. These new engines are expected to exhibit a remarkable longevity, with a lifespan of up to 150,000 hours.
In the forthcoming years, the market can anticipate a wide array of domestically manufactured gas turbine equipment catering to sectors such as hydrocarbon extraction, liquefied natural gas production, and power generation. The power capacity of gas pumping equipment will span 16, 25, and 32 megawatts, answering the call of national projects revolving around gas transportation.
This visionary development from Rostec will undeniably play a pivotal role in ensuring energy efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and energy security, reinforcing Russia’s position as a leader in the fuel-energy sector.
