Massive Energy Deal Paves the Way for Canadian Artificial Intelligence Expansion
Montreal, Monday, 26 October 2026.
Eco DC Solutions secured 30 gas turbines to generate over 2.1 gigawatts of dedicated power, unlocking an $8 billion investment to resolve critical electricity shortages for Canadian data centers.
Historic Partnership Unites Chinese Engineering with Canadian AI Ambitions
On October 25, 2026, Eco DC Solutions Inc.—a subsidiary of Adag Group based in Montreal—finalized a landmark agreement with Dongfang Turbine Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Dongfang Electric Corporation, to import and distribute 30 G50 natural gas turbines across Canada [1][3]. The deal, announced through Adag Group’s media contact Thierry Tardif, transforms an initial 2026 order of 10 units into a comprehensive commitment totaling 30 turbines, representing more than 2.1 gigawatts (GW) of dedicated combined-cycle power generation capacity [1][3]. Each G50 turbine, developed by Dongfang Turbine and first domestically engineered in China in 1966, delivers approximately 70 megawatts (MW) per installation in combined-cycle configuration, solidifying its status as China’s first domestically produced F-class heavy-duty gas turbine [3].
A Strategic Response to Canada’s Power Infrastructure Gap
The partnership addresses a critical bottleneck in Canada’s data center and artificial intelligence (AI) sector: reliable, scalable electricity supply. Kevork Kazanjian, CEO of both Adag Group and Eco DC Solutions, emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that ‘power determines how quickly data centres can come online’ and that securing generation capacity at scale has been a primary obstacle for Canadian developers [1][3]. The agreement directly underpins over $8 billion in planned power generation investment across the country, signaling a major shift toward domestically financed, built, and operated infrastructure [1][3]. Kazanjian framed the initiative not merely as an equipment procurement but as a foundational step toward ensuring Canada builds, owns, and benefits from the AI capacity of the future.
North American Partnership Reinforced by Local Infrastructure
Under the terms of the agreement, Eco DC Solutions assumes the role of Dongfang Turbine’s exclusive North American partner and importer, with operations anchored by a newly established service and maintenance hub in Montreal, Quebec [1][3]. This Canadian service organization will be responsible for integrating, certifying, and commissioning the G50 turbine packages, supported by a team trained directly by Dongfang Turbine engineers [3]. Chenxi Hu, Deputy Director of the Marketing Department at Dongfang Turbine, highlighted the strategic alignment between the two companies, noting that ‘Eco DC Solutions and Adag Group understand the power demands of data centres and have the engineering expertise to integrate, certify and support our turbines locally’ [1][3]. The collaboration aims to establish a long-term presence in North America, positioning Canada as a hub for both AI development and sustainable energy integration.
Economic and Workforce Implications for Canada
Beyond the technological and infrastructural impact, the project is poised to generate significant economic and employment benefits across Canada. Eco DC Solutions has outlined plans to create thousands of skilled construction, engineering, commissioning, and operations jobs during the development phase, with hundreds of permanent roles anticipated in operations and maintenance [1][3]. While specific timelines for hiring and project milestones remain undisclosed as of October 26, 2026, the initiative aligns with broader national priorities to upskill the workforce and stimulate regional development through high-value infrastructure projects [alert! ‘deadlines for hiring and construction phases are not specified in the provided sources’].
Future Outlook: From Turbines to AI Leadership
The expanded turbine agreement represents a convergence of technological innovation, financial commitment, and strategic foresight. With over 2.1 GW of committed generation capacity, Canadian data centers and AI infrastructure are poised to scale rapidly, reducing reliance on external energy sources and accelerating the country’s competitiveness in the global AI landscape [1][3]. The partnership underscores a broader trend of international collaboration in critical infrastructure, where Chinese engineering prowess meets Canadian ambition for technological sovereignty and sustainable growth. As Eco DC Solutions and Dongfang Turbine embark on this multi-year initiative, the success of the project may serve as a blueprint for future energy-AI integration efforts worldwide.