Crusoe Cancels $1.25 Billion Turbine Order From Boom
The firm is shifting its data center power strategy to favor established jet-derived generators from GE Vernova.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Data Centers
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In September 2026, Crusoe canceled a $1.25 billion order for 29 Superpower turbines from Boom Supersonic. The company, which is shifting its strategy, instead turned to GE Vernova for jet-derived generator technology.
Why it matters
Crusoe determined that the Superpower turbine does not fit its near-term power mix for flagship computing clusters, favoring the established track record of GE Vernova. This decision highlights the challenges of integrating unproven stationary power hardware into high-demand data center operations.
The Superpower turbine is designed to adapt the Symphony engine from the Overture airliner for stationary use, running on natural gas without requiring water. Boom Supersonic targets more than 2 gigawatts of total capacity for the technology.
The players
Crusoe
A Denver-based firm specializing in modular data centers that leverage natural gas to power high-density computing clusters.
Boom Supersonic
An aviation startup developing the Overture airliner and a related turbine technology for stationary power applications.
GE Vernova
A global energy company that provides power generation technology, including jet-derived gas turbines for grid and data center infrastructure.
The details
The Superpower turbine leverages core aerospace architecture by repurposing the Symphony engine, a propulsion system designed for the Overture airliner. By adapting this design for stationary energy production, the system eliminates the need for water cooling, which is a common requirement in traditional power plants. Crusoe opted for these systems early in development but moved to established jet-derived generators following a strategic review of its flagship power clusters.
Timeline
December 2025: Boom Supersonic announced the Superpower turbine and initial deal.
September 2026: Crusoe canceled the order for 29 turbines.
October 22, 2026: Boom Supersonic completed its first Superpower turbine core.
Mid-2027: Boom targets initial customer deliveries.
The Tech Race
This development marks a departure for Boom Supersonic as it attempts to branch out from aviation into stationary energy infrastructure. The firm is currently navigating the transition from a $150 million factory build-out in Centennial to establishing a market presence against incumbents like GE Vernova.
The cancellation affects the production ramp at Boom Supersonic's 200,000-square-foot Centennial campus, which aims to create 500 jobs. While Crusoe is pivoting its power source, residents should watch for employment milestones as the facility continues its development toward 2027.
The takeaway
The move underscores the risk of relying on emerging hardware providers for critical data center infrastructure. Observers should track the mid-2027 delivery window to see if Boom Supersonic successfully finds new customers for its stationary turbine line.
Further reading
For broader trends in infrastructure, see our coverage of Data Centers.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Startup Fortune.
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