Diesel Generator Supply Project for Oilfield & Infrastructure Clients in Iraq

PAUWAY supplied a total of 5 units of PWP series generator sets to oilfield operators and critical infrastructure facilities in Iraq, covering a power range from 300KW to 500KW at 50Hz. These high-capacity units serve as prime power for remote oil extraction sites in Basra and the Kurdistan region, as well as emergency backup for municipal water pumping stations and hospital facilities, addressing Iraq’s persistent electricity supply deficit and grid infrastructure underinvestment.

Project Background & Cooperation Overview

Iraq’s electricity infrastructure has been constrained by prolonged conflict and underinvestment, with national grid supply far short of demand — particularly during summer when cooling loads spike and ambient temperatures exceed 50°C. Oilfield operations, the backbone of the Iraqi economy, increasingly rely on self-generated power to maintain production continuity. PAUWAY’s PWM series, powered by PERKINS engines and configured in heavy-duty containerized enclosures, delivers the high-output reliability and extreme-environment durability essential for Iraqi industrial and infrastructure applications. Dual-fuel configurations can also utilize associated petroleum gas to reduce fuel costs.

Core Equipment Configuration

Unit Parameters & Model Layout

This batch comprises 5 PWP series diesel generator sets powered by PERKINS Series 2000 engines, with power ratings of 300-500KW at 50Hz. Units are delivered in heavy-duty containerized enclosures with integrated fuel tanks, advanced digital control systems, and comprehensive sand/dust protection. Select units feature dual-fuel capability operating on both diesel and associated petroleum gas where available.

Project Positioning

High-capacity prime and standby power for mission-critical oil & gas operations and essential public infrastructure in Iraq, combining PERKINS engineering excellence with PAUWAY’s turnkey project delivery and localized after-sales support.

Product Highlights

• PWP-powered PERKINS series providing industry-leading power density and 15,000+ hour major overhaul intervals
• Heavy-duty multi-stage sand and dust filtration system engineered for Middle Eastern desert environments
• High-ambient-temperature radiator package maintaining full-rated output at 55°C ambient for Iraq’s extreme summer
• Optional dual-fuel (diesel + associated gas) configuration reducing fuel logistics burden at remote oilfields
• Containerized modular design with integrated fire suppression enabling rapid deployment and relocation between well sites

Project Value & Implementation Difficulties

Project Significance

These generator installations directly support Iraq’s oil production continuity — the foundation of the national economy — while also sustaining essential civilian infrastructure during frequent grid blackouts. The project strengthens PAUWAY’s strategic position in the Middle Eastern energy market and demonstrates Chinese-manufactured high-horsepower generator competitiveness against established European and American suppliers.

Execution Challenges

Navigating complex logistics through Umm Qasr port and inland transport corridors with security considerations; adapting equipment for 55°C+ ambient temperatures with enhanced cooling engineering; coordinating commissioning schedules with ongoing oilfield operations to minimize production interference; training local Iraqi technicians for autonomous operation and routine maintenance.