+7 495 252 11 07

← To all news

How to choose an engine for a GPU and ensure predictable project economics?

11 February 2026

At the GPU Portal conference at the Heat&Power exhibition, industry experts discussed a key issue: how the choice of engine for a gas piston unit impacts the project's economics.

The key conclusion of the panel: the determining factor is not the country of manufacture (China, Europe, or Russia), but rather the predictability of costs, availability of service, and supplier responsibility.

The discussion focused on:

The impact of CAPEX and OPEX on the final project economics.
Availability of service and spare parts.
The role of the dealer and their areas of responsibility.
The risks of downtime and unscheduled repairs.
The impact of the human factor on equipment life.
The prospects for Russian engines in current market conditions.

It was noted that low CAPEX does not guarantee economic efficiency. Errors at the equipment selection stage lead to increased OPEX, longer payback periods, and a loss of project predictability.

The key selection criterion is the unit's ability to consistently generate electricity with a controlled cost of ownership.

This material is relevant for investors, business owners, engineers, integrators, and anyone making decisions on distributed generation projects.

11 February 2026