MTU Aero Engines takes stake in GE’s LM6000-PF+

• 8 years ago (2015-10-27)
• David Flin

North America 998

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MTU Aero Engines has announced that it will take a stake in the LM6000-PF+, the latest version of GE’s LM6000 areoderivative gas turbine series. MTU Aero Engines has taken a 13 per cent work share as a risk- and revenue-sharing partner in the development and production of this industrial gas turbine, which is derived from the CF6 aircraft engine.

For MTU, the stake in the programme translates into expected revenues of around €1 billion over the entire lifecycle of the programme.

The PF+ offers higher gas turbine output (52-58 MW), and combined cycle efficiency (56 per cent) than other products in its class. The enhancement of the unit was achieved through the use of improved materials and technological innovations that have already been incorporated on GE’s CF6-80C2 and -80E1 aero engines. Entry into service of the first LM6000-PF+ units is planned for the third quarter of 2016.

Michael Schreyögg, Chief Programme Officer for MTU Aero Engines, said: “It makes us proud that GE is relying on our expertise again for the successor to the LM6000-PF. Our company brings many years of experience in the design, production and repair of industrial gas turbines to the table. We have had a programme share in the current LM6000 product family since 1990. This new opportunity now allows us to further strengthen our relationship with GE.”