Burckhardt Compression wins MTU gas turbine test bench order in Germany

Burckhardt Compression has won an order from MTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg to supply two high-speed compressor solutions for a gas turbine test bench in Ludwigsfelde, Germany. The project is designed to support more reliable turbine testing now and future operation with natural gas-hydrogen blends of up to 25% hydrogen.

Why it matters: - The MTU test bench supports maintenance, repair and overhaul work for industrial gas turbines, which helps keep turbine fleets available and dependable. - The site is being prepared for natural gas-hydrogen blends of up to 25% hydrogen, a step toward lower-carbon industrial energy systems. - Reliable gas-fired power remains important for balancing renewable energy variability and supporting grid stability in Europe.

What happened: - Burckhardt Compression received an order from MTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg for two high-speed compressor solutions. - The compressors will be installed at MTU’s gas turbine test bench in Ludwigsfelde, south of Berlin. - The order followed close collaboration between Burckhardt Compression and MTU throughout the project development phase.

The details: - Burckhardt Compression developed the compressor solution to meet the high reliability demands of the test bench application. - MTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg performs performance tests on engines after workshop visits as part of its MRO services for industrial gas turbines. - The Ludwigsfelde site is the MRO competence center within the MTU network for the LM™ gas turbine family from GE Aerospace. - MTU is also building a new, state-of-the-art production facility at the site to meet rising demand for maintenance services. - Burckhardt Compression’s integrated solution combines compressor technology, system expertise, services and local project execution.

Between the lines: - The order extends Burckhardt Compression’s role from equipment supplier to project partner on a system-critical application. - MTU’s investment signals continued demand for turbine maintenance capacity even as the energy mix shifts. - The hydrogen-ready test bench points to industry planning for a transition period in which existing gas infrastructure must work with lower-carbon fuels.

What's next: - MTU will continue preparing the test bench for operation with hydrogen blends while maintaining current natural gas capability. - The Ludwigsfelde site will add production capacity as the new manufacturing building comes online. - Burckhardt Compression will deliver and integrate the compressor solutions under the MTU project.

The bottom line: - The deal ties industrial maintenance, grid reliability and hydrogen readiness into one project, with Burckhardt Compression positioned inside a growing European gas turbine service hub.