Omnitek Engineering Corporation, developer of natural gas engines and diesel- to-natural gas conversion systems, has shipped an initial order valued at approximately USD 100,000 to the company’s newly recapitalized Peruvian joint venture, representing the expected acceleration of diesel-to-natural gas conversions in the country and the anticipated opening of additional conversion centers in Peru.
In August, Pegaco Bus, a dealer of CNG buses in Peru, acquired a 50 percent ownership position in Omnitek Peru, with Omnitek Engineering retaining its current 20 percent ownership position in the joint venture conversion operation and realizing 100 percent of the conversion kit sales to this entity. The enhanced capital structure of the partnership is expected to support the rapidly increasing demand for diesel engine conversions in the region.
“Peru, a region that is committed to capitalizing on record low natural gas prices and reduced emissions levels, continues to represent an important growth market for our company. Fleet and bus operators are attracted to our proven and reliable conversion technology, as well as a less than one year return on investment,” said Werner Funk, president and chief executive officer of Omnitek Engineering Corporation.
Separately, Omnitek Engineering said that its partner in Juarez, Mexico has completed an initial conversion of a Mercedes bus with an OM906 diesel engine to natural gas under a demonstration project in cooperation with the local gas company. The demonstration period is expected to conclude by year end, with initial results surpassing expectations with more than 40 percent fuel savings.
The company added that its conversion kit development program for the Navistar DT466 and Mack E7 engines is completed and EPA certification testing is on track.
(This article compiled using information from an Omnitek Engineering Corporation press release)
