Capstone Turbine secures order for two C65 microturbines from oil producer in North Africa

Capstone Turbine has been contracted for two C65 microturbines to be installed in a flare gas application for an undisclosed oil producer in North Africa.

The installation of the turbines is expected to be commissioned in September this year.

According to the company, the flare gas-fuelled C65 microturbines will provide prime power for a remote oil and gas field operation by utilising a fuel that would otherwise be flared.

The company stated that the installation will serve as an initial pilot project for the client and the region, showcasing the many benefits of microturbine-based flare reduction systems.

Capstone president and chief executive officer said: “We continue to diversify our customer base and grow our geographic presence in key areas like Africa as it's a major growth opportunity for Capstone.

“According to published studies, as much as 65% of the global electricity consumption by 2020 will be located in emerging markets like Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

“Pilot projects and new customers like this are critical to our future success in these new high-growth regions.”

Capstone sales and marketing executive vice president Jim Crouse said: “Like many of our oil and gas customers, this significant oil producing company was looking for an economically viable alternative to traditional diesel-powered generator sets.

“Capstone microturbines are able to effectively utilise poor quality gas and turn it into clean and reliable onsite power.”

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Capstone is a producer of low-emission microturbine systems, serving clients in oil and gas, renewable energy and transportation among other sectors.