Reliable power generation is critical for industrial growth, mining, manufacturing, and large infrastructure projects across Africa and other emerging markets. Gas turbines remain one of the most efficient solutions for flexible power generation. For many buyers, Russia is a practical source of industrial equipment – including turbines – due to its long engineering history and competitive pricing.

However, buying and exporting gas turbines from Russia can be complex. Regulations, logistics, financing, and technical specifications all need careful handling. This is where a specialist partner such as Wigmore Trading can help.

Why companies buy and export Gas Turbines from Russia

Russia has a strong heavy-engineering base and a long track record in gas turbine technology for power plants, oil and gas, and industrial applications. For buyers in Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, sourcing from Russia can offer:

• Competitive equipment pricing compared with some Western OEMs

• Access to robust, proven turbine models

• Availability of both new and refurbished units

• A wide range of power ratings suitable for industrial and utility-scale projects

Wigmore Trading helps bridge the gap between Russian manufacturers or stockists and buyers overseas, managing not only the commercial transaction but also the complex export and import requirements involved.

Key considerations before you buy and export Gas Turbines from Russia

A gas turbine is a high-value, technically sophisticated asset. Before committing to a purchase, it’s essential to be clear on:

• Power output and application – base-load power plant, peak-shaving, industrial cogeneration, or backup generation.

• Fuel type and quality – natural gas, associated gas, diesel, or dual-fuel capability.

• Grid and site conditions – voltage, frequency, altitude, temperature, and environmental factors.

• New vs. refurbished – balancing budget, lead times, and long-term performance.

Wigmore Trading can liaise with Russian suppliers to obtain detailed technical data, performance curves, and documentation so you can match the turbine to your specific project requirements with confidence.

Navigating regulations when you buy and export Gas Turbines from Russia

One of the biggest challenges in this trade is compliance. Exporting industrial equipment such as gas turbines from Russia involves:

• Export controls and licensing requirements in Russia

• International sanctions and restrictions, which may apply to certain entities, technologies, or destinations

• Import regulations and technical standards in the destination country

• Customs classification (HS codes), duties, and taxes

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Regulatory frameworks evolve, especially in relation to Russian trade. Buyers must always check the latest legal and compliance requirements in both the exporting and importing countries.

Wigmore Trading can help coordinate with legal and compliance experts, verify that counterparties are permitted to trade, and ensure that documentation is structured correctly. While you remain responsible for final compliance decisions, having a trade specialist on your side significantly reduces risk and delays.

Logistics and shipping: how Wigmore Trading supports export of gas turbines

Gas turbines are heavy, oversized cargo that require careful planning from factory to final site. When you buy and export gas turbines from Russia, you will need to manage:

• Inland transport in Russia – from manufacturer or warehouse to port or rail terminal

• Special handling – cranes, low-bed trailers, and suitable packaging

• International transport – break-bulk or containerised (for smaller modules) ocean freight, sometimes combined with rail or road

• Transit through multiple countries – particularly when shipping to landlocked African destinations

• Insurance and risk management

Wigmore Trading can coordinate with trusted logistics partners to arrange multimodal transport, customs clearance, and delivery to your nominated port or inland destination. By managing the logistics chain end-to-end, Wigmore Trading helps reduce damage risk, avoid unnecessary storage costs, and keep the project schedule on track.

Sourcing options: new, surplus, and refurbished gas turbines from Russia

Depending on your budget and timeline, there are several sourcing paths:

1. Brand-new gas turbines

   • Directly from Russian OEMs or licensed manufacturers

   • Suitable for large, long-term power projects

   • Longer lead times but typically full OEM warranty and support

2. Surplus or unused stock

   • In-stock units from cancelled projects or over-ordered inventory

   • Faster delivery and potentially better pricing

   • Requires careful verification of storage conditions and documentation

3. Refurbished or overhauled turbines

   • Attractive where CAPEX must be kept low

   • Suitable for industrial plants or backup generation

   • Inspection, test reports, and service records are essential

Wigmore Trading can help you explore each of these options, source quotations from multiple suppliers, and shortlist the most suitable turbines based on your technical and commercial criteria.

Risk management when you buy and export Gas Turbines from Russia

Dealing with high-value equipment across borders carries inherent risk. Practical steps to manage that risk include:

• Supplier vetting – confirming track record, references, and ownership of equipment

• Technical inspection – third-party inspection of turbines, auxiliary systems, and documentation before shipment

• Structured payments – letters of credit or milestone-based payments to protect both sides

• Clear contracts – scope of supply, performance guarantees where available, spare parts, and after-sales support

Wigmore Trading can support you by coordinating inspections, helping structure documentation for trade finance instruments, and ensuring that the commercial terms are clear and workable for all parties.

How Wigmore Trading adds value to your turbine procurement strategy

Instead of dealing with multiple intermediaries, unfamiliar regulations, and complex logistics yourself, you can work with Wigmore Trading as your trade facilitation partner. Wigmore Trading can help you:

• Identify suitable gas turbine options in Russia for your project

• Coordinate technical data, inspections, and documentation

• Navigate export and import procedures and work with compliance advisors

• Arrange secure, efficient logistics from seller to your project site

Whether you are a power project developer, an industrial plant operator, or an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor, Wigmore Trading can help.

Get in touch with our team to discuss your upcoming power or industrial projects and explore how we can support you to buy and export gas turbines from Russia in a safe, compliant, and cost-effective way.