Catalyst with Shayle Kann

The gas turbine crunch

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Jun 5, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Anthony Brough, founder and CEO of Dora Partners, dives into the current gas turbine market. He highlights the staggering lead times now stretching to four years, driven by rising demand and supply chain challenges. Anthony elaborates on the cyclical nature of the industry and why companies are approaching this peak with 'guarded optimism.' He also explores the impact of renewable energy on turbine demand and the exciting potential for hydrogen technology in the future.
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INSIGHT

Market Evolution and OEM Caution

  • The gas turbine market has evolved from boom-bust cycles driven by artificial demand to a current peak driven by real market forces.
  • OEMs are now more cautiously optimistic about capacity expansion, balancing past overextensions with strong current demand.
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Complex Supply Chain Dynamics

  • Gas turbine supply chains span raw materials to final assembly and are shared with aerospace and oil and gas sectors.
  • Demand from these multiple industries competes for limited resources, affecting lead times and prices.
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Lead Times Near Peak Length

  • Gas turbine lead times currently stretch from 36 to 48 months, sometimes up to 60 months.
  • OEMs are actively working to shorten lead times to avoid customer fatigue and cancellations.
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