Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited (KOEL), a leading manufacturer of power generation and energy solutions, has secured a major order from HyperNext to supply high-capacity standby power systems for the company’s next-generation data centre infrastructure projects. The contract involves the deployment of 96 units of KOEL’s 2500 kVA Optiprime™ Dual Core power systems, delivering a combined backup power capacity of 192 MW, making it one of the largest orders for standby power solutions in India’s data centre sector.
The order will support HyperNext’s expanding portfolio of hyperscale and artificial intelligence-ready data centres designed to meet the rising demand for cloud computing, enterprise digital services and AI-driven workloads. The project reinforces the growing need for dependable power infrastructure as digital transformation accelerates across industries.
HyperNext is developing advanced digital infrastructure with a focus on scalability, operational efficiency and sustainability. Its facilities are engineered to support high-performance computing environments while ensuring uninterrupted operations for mission-critical applications.
Commenting on the partnership, Harsh Macwann, Group CEO of HyperNext, said the company’s infrastructure strategy is built around resilience, efficiency and long-term reliability. He noted that KOEL’s Optiprime™ platform provides the engineering capability and operational performance required for mission-critical environments. He added that HyperNext’s adoption of an 800VDC power architecture reflects its commitment to building next-generation digital infrastructure capable of supporting the evolving requirements of hyperscale cloud and AI applications.
KOEL’s Optiprime™ Dual Core platform is designed specifically for hyperscale data centres and other critical facilities where uninterrupted power availability is essential. The integrated system combines multiple high-performance power modules into a compact solution, enabling higher power density, improved operational efficiency and optimized space utilization. The platform is also certified for data centre applications, ensuring high levels of reliability and performance under demanding operating conditions.
Madan Patil, President – Global Powergen Business at Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited, said the order highlights the confidence that digital infrastructure developers have in the company’s engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities. According to him, the rapid expansion of AI, cloud computing and data-intensive technologies is increasing demand for dependable backup power systems. He added that the Optiprime™ platform has been developed to deliver the reliability, efficiency and scalability required by modern hyperscale data centres.
HyperNext is a digital infrastructure company dedicated to building next-generation, hyperscale-ready data centre ecosystems for cloud computing, artificial intelligence and enterprise digital transformation. The company combines advanced engineering, sustainable infrastructure design and operational excellence to develop resilient, scalable and energy-efficient facilities that support the growing demands of the digital economy.
Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited (KOEL) is a global engineering and energy solutions company with more than 75 years of manufacturing excellence. The company designs and manufactures internal combustion engines, generator sets and integrated power solutions for a wide range of industries, including infrastructure, data centres, real estate, defence, marine and railways. Its power portfolio spans from 1 kW to 10 MW, serving customers across diverse applications.
Recognised among the world’s leading engine manufacturers, KOEL provides end-to-end capabilities covering product design, manufacturing, installation and lifecycle support through an extensive distribution and service network across India, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The company continues to advance sustainable energy solutions with fuel-flexible platforms and high-performance power systems that comply with stringent international emission standards.
