DECRYPT · 2026-11-09 21:16 UTC

AI Data Centers Are Buying Used Jet Engines as New Power Turbines Take Six Years

AI data-center developers are buying used gas turbines and retired jet engines because new turbines take about six years to deliver in the US, per Wood Mackenzie. Global turbine orders have topped 100 GW against annual manufacturer capacity of 60 to 70 GW, according to Reuters; Siemens Energy, GE Vernova and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries say orders outpace production. Used turbines in good condition sell for about $1.5 million to $1.7 million per MW versus $2 million to $2.5 million for new units; EthosEnergy's CEO says the secondary market is very hot and asking prices are rising.

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