Episode Details

Luis J. Garcia de Rozas, CEO of Guascor Energy, discussed the company's operations and market position. Guascor specializes in gas and diesel engines, capable of running on various fuels including natural gas, biogas, and synthetic gas. The company, with 210-220 employees, manufactures engines in Spain and provides after-sales services globally. Garcia highlighted the company's financial success, achieving an EBDA of 8 million in 2025, and its strategic focus on power generation, particularly for data centers. The company is adapting to meet the increasing demand for reliable power solutions, emphasizing flexibility and customization in their offerings.

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• Contact information and details about the event are available on Industrial Talk.

Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast

• The podcast focuses on industry professionals and their contributions to various sectors.
• Scott reiterates the podcast's purpose of celebrating industry heroes and their innovations.
• The podcast is broadcasting live from PowerGen in San Antonio, Texas.

Meeting Luis J. Garcia de Rozas

• Scott introduces Luis J. Garcia de Rozas, highlighting his role and background in the energy sector.
• Luis shares his recent arrival in Spain and his journey from Madrid to San Antonio.
• Scott expresses admiration for Spain and its people, mentioning a personal connection to the Basque region.
• Luis talks about the company's factory in the Basque region and its unique features.

Luis's Background and Company Overview

• Luis provides a brief history of his career in the energy sector, mentioning his recent role as CEO.
• The company was previously part of the Siemens Group but was acquired by Mutales, a German private equity firm.
• The company achieved significant financial success in 2025, with an EBDA of 8 million and a closed debt.
• Luis discusses the current market demand for power generation solutions and the company's position to meet this demand.

Company's Product Offerings and Market Position

• The company specializes in gas and diesel engines, capable of running on various gases including natural gas, biogas, and synthetic gas.
• They have three facilities in the Basque region: one for engine manufacturing, one for assembly, and one for R&D.
• The R&D center tests different gases to adapt engines to various fuel conditions.
• Luis shares insights on the challenges and solutions for using biogas and synthetic gas in engines.

Challenges and Solutions in Biogas and Syngas

• Scott recalls past challenges with biogas and its impact on power generation assets.
• Luis explains the company's approach to using biogas and syngas, including adapting combustion systems.
• The company uses scrubbers and filters to clean gases and protect engines from harmful residues.
• Luis highlights the importance of maintaining the methane number in gases for efficient combustion.

Company's Market Focus and Vertical Integration

• The company focuses on power generation, with a significant portion of its market being IPPs, EPC companies, and utility companies.
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