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AI Builders Look for Used Power Machines

In this lesson: Identify the alternative equipment and two remaining obstacles.

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Companies building AI data centres are looking for used gas turbines and converted jet engines to make electricity, Reuters reported on November 9.

New equipment has long waiting times. Used machines may help some projects, but supplies are limited. Air permits and grid connections can also cause delays.

Source: Reuters via MarketScreener, 2026-11-09. https://ca.marketscreener.com/news/ai-power-rush-sends-data-centres-hunting-for-used-turbines-and-jet-engines-ce785fd3d980f524

Read and practise

1. What equipment are the companies seeking?

   1. Used gas turbines and converted jet engines
   2. Only new turbines with immediate delivery
   3. Used turbines but no converted engines

2. What can delay a project besides equipment supply?

   1. Air permits and grid connections
   2. Only the availability of used turbines
   3. Only the delivery date of new machines

Your turn

Why are builders seeking used machines, and what can still delay them?

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