What Martin Energy Group does

Martin Energy Group (Martin Energy Group Services, LLC) is a Tipton, Missouri-based private industrial power generation and EPC company founded in 1976. It designs, manufactures, integrates, and services custom energy systems spanning combined heat and power (CHP) packages of 60 kW to 2,000 kW, microgrids with Island Mode capability, air-cooled battery energy storage systems (BESS), anaerobic digesters (complete mix, covered lagoon, and round mixed-tank designs), and biogas upgrading systems. It packages engines from Siemens/Guascor (with over 90% North American market share of 400-500 series CHP installations), Caterpillar, Cummins, MAN, and Jenbacher, and holds an exclusive US partnership with Bright Biomethane for membrane-based RNG upgrading. Manufacturing and operations span Latham, Missouri; Ephrata, Pennsylvania; and additional field offices in Belle River (Ontario), Oakland, Uxbridge, New York, San Juan, Toronto, and New South Wales (Australia).

The company's commercial model combines equipment sales and turnkey EPC delivery (via subsidiary Martin Construction Resource) with project-financed offerings—Power Purchase Agreements (5/10/15/20-year terms billed in cents per kWh) and Energy Savings Agreements (fixed monthly fee covered by guaranteed savings, often zero net cost)—plus a parts e-commerce business at parts.martinenergygroup.com, mobile diesel generator rentals (66 kW to 2,000 kW), engine remanufacturing services, and 24/7 remote monitoring. Customer segments include industrial and commercial facilities (greenhouses, hospitals, universities, data centers), agricultural operations (dairy, hog, poultry), waste and environmental operators (landfills, wastewater, food waste processors), and resilience-critical sites in hurricane- or grid-insecure regions. Recent scale metrics include 1,500+ power systems installed across 35+ countries, 500+ CHP plants, and 100+ digesters built since 1982.

Capital structure is private, organized as a Missouri LLC, with Marcus Martin serving as CEO and no disclosed institutional investors. The Chomp (formerly Impact Bioenergy) acquisition in February 2025 added containerized modular anaerobic digestion to the portfolio, while the company maintains UL, NEMA, ASME, NFPA, and IEEE 1547 certifications alongside NYSERDA and DOE approved-supplier status.

Name

Martin Energy Group

Legal name

Martin Energy Group Services, LLC

Website

https://martinenergygroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Martin Energy Group is a US-based EPC and power generation company that designs, manufactures, and services custom CHP systems, microgrids, battery storage, and anaerobic digestion/biogas upgrading solutions for industrial, agricultural, and commercial customers across 35+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Distributed Power Generation Systems

NAICS

Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611), Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312), Electric Power Generation (22111), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336), Other Electric Power Generation (221118)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991), Engines & Turbines (3510), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Engine Generator & Microgrid Power Plant EPC (Diesel/Gas Recip) (EUAEAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Microgrid & Distributed Grid Equipment (Controllers, Switchgear Packages, DER Interconnection) (IMAGAAAJ), Energy Storage Components for Renewables Manufacturing (BESS Packs, PCS, Thermal Management) (EUAMAHAI), Renewable Monitoring, Controls & SCADA Hardware Manufacturing (Sensors, RTUs, Meters) (EUAMAHAJ), Repowering, Augmentation & Retrofit Integration (Capacity Expansion) (EUAEAEAL), Commissioning, Testing & Energization Services (Pre-Commissioning, Grid Code Compliance) (EUAMAFAK)

Keywords

• Combined heat and power
• Microgrid systems
• Battery energy storage
• Anaerobic digestion systems
• Biogas upgrading

Headquarters

HQ city

Tipton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Power Generation Equipment Sales: Sale of custom generator packages, CHP systems, microgrids, and BESS units. Equipment includes engines, generators, switchgear, and balance-of-plant components. Revenue from design, manufacturing, and commissioning of turnkey energy systems.
2. Power Purchase Agreement (PPA): Martin Energy Group funds project costs and recovers capital and maintenance through Cents/kWh charges over contract period (typically 10 years). Customer pays for electricity generated without owning equipment.
3. Energy Savings Agreement (ESA): Customer pays fixed monthly fee covered by energy savings. Zero net cost to customer after equipment upgrades. Includes demand-side measures, plant upgrades, and CHP evaluation.
4. Capital Purchase: Fixed-cost turnkey packages with optional service contracts. Customers own equipment and receive full energy savings benefit plus eligibility for 10% Investment Tax Credit and MACRS depreciation.
5. Construction Services (MCR): Turnkey general contracting including engineering, procurement, construction for digester and energy projects. Pre-construction services, design/build, and construction management.
6. Parts Sales: Replacement parts for Guascor, CAT, MAN, Cummins engines. Online parts store with inventory of base engine components, filters, gaskets, sensors, ignition systems, turbochargers, and electrical controls.
7. Mobile Generator Rentals: Rental of mobile diesel generators from 66kW to 2000kW. Short-term and long-term rental options for emergency power, temporary installations, and construction sites.
8. Engine Remanufacturing: Factory rebuild and remanufacturing services for Caterpillar, Guascor, and other engine types. Warranty-backed rebuilds with new bearings, cylinder kits, crankshaft polishing, and load testing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Martin Energy Group designs, manufactures, and integrates custom power generation systems, including combined heat and power (CHP) packages, microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS), anaerobic digesters, and biogas upgrading systems. The company packages engines from Guascor/Siemens, MAN, Caterpillar, and Cummins into turnkey energy systems, complemented by EPC construction services, mobile generator rentals, replacement parts, and 24/7 remote monitoring and O&M support.

Product overview

Martin Energy Group is a power generation and EPC company offering integrated energy solutions. The portfolio centers on CHP/cogeneration systems combined with microgrids and battery storage, supported by anaerobic digestion for biogas production. Key products include: CHP systems (60kW-2000kW gensets), microgrids, BESS (1MW/1.5MWh), anaerobic digesters (round, mixed-tank, covered-lagoon), biogas upgrading (exclusive Bright Biomethane partnership), and minidigesters (via Chomp acquisition). Supporting offerings include E-houses/switchgear, mobile rental power, demand response services, and turnkey construction via Martin Construction Resource. The company operates an online parts store and offers financing through PPA, capital purchase, and ESA models. Systems serve diverse industries including greenhouses, hospitals, universities, landfills, wastewater treatment, data centers, and agriculture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Martin Construction Resource (MCR): Turnkey general contracting services for construction and digester projects including engineering, design, excavation, concrete work, plumbing, and electrical services.

Products and services

• Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% system efficiency through combined heat and power operation
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Bright BiomethanecoreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive partnership to sell, manufacture, and support Bright Biomethane biogas upgrading systems in the United States. Bright's membrane technology cleans biogas to pipeline-quality renewable natural gas (RNG) standards. Martin Energy Group provides the exclusive US channel for Bright's upgrading solutions with 24/7 service support.
• Chomp (formerly Impact Bioenergy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquisition of Chomp, a manufacturer of containerized, modular anaerobic digestion systems. Martin Energy Group gains access to point-of-generation food waste digestion technology, while Chomp benefits from MEG's manufacturing scale, remote monitoring, and sales expertise. Jan Allen (founder) and Tim Tiscornia (CEO) remain with the combined company.
• Siemens (Guascor/Dresser-Rand)coreTechnology or IntegrationLong-standing engine packaging partnership since 2002. Martin Energy Group is the premier Si emens/Guascor engine packager for CHP systems in the US, having packaged over 90% of the 400-500 series engines in North America. Partnership enables custom CHP package design with balance-of-plant integration.
• CaterpillarmajorTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized CAT engine packager and dealer for parts and service. CAT engines integrated into custom generator packages and CHP systems.
• CumminsmajorTechnology or IntegrationEstablished dealer relationship for Cummins engine parts and service. Cummins engines available in generator sets and CHP packages.
• MAN Energy SolutionsmajorTechnology or IntegrationMAN engine parts supplier and integration partner. MAN 3262 LE212 engines featured in biogas CHP installations such as Lent Hill Dairy Farm.
• Martin Construction Resource (MCR)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAffiliate company providing turnkey general contracting services for digester and energy construction projects. MCR has 30 years of experience in project management, engineering, design, and construction including excavation, concrete, plumbing, and electrical services.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Siemens Energy: Siemens Energy owns the Guascor/Dresser-Rand engine platform that Martin has packaged for North American CHP since 2002. It is both a critical partner (90%+ of Siemens 400-500 series installs) and a broad incumbent offering utility-scale generation, grid software, and industrial CHP globally.
• Cummins: Cummins supplies engines and parts that Martin integrates into custom generator packages and CHP systems, and also competes in the broader standby and distributed generation market. Comparable as a large-scale incumbent in reciprocating-engine power generation serving industrial and microgrid customers.
• Caterpillar: Caterpillar is one of the largest OEM manufacturers of engines and generator sets that Martin packages into CHP and microgrid systems. As both a key supplier (CAT engines, parts, service) and a broad incumbent in distributed power generation, Caterpillar is the most natural comparable for Martin's core genset and CHP business.
• Generac: Generac is a leading manufacturer of backup and prime power generators, power electronics, and energy storage systems. While most associated with residential and light-commercial standby, its industrial and grid services lines overlap with Martin's generator and BESS offerings.
• Babcock & Wilcox: Babcock & Wilcox supplies industrial boilers, HRSG, and waste-heat-recovery equipment used in CHP and process steam applications. It competes with Martin's exhaust heat recovery and integrated CHP packages in industrial and institutional energy projects.

Emerging players

• Bloom Energy: Bloom Energy sells fuel-cell-based on-site power and microgrid solutions to data centers, industrial, and commercial customers. It competes for the same behind-the-meter and resilience-driven projects where Martin's CHP-plus-BESS microgrid is positioned.

Direct peers

• Enchanted Rock: Enchanted Rock delivers natural-gas-fired microgrid and resilience solutions to commercial, industrial, and institutional customers under long-term service agreements. It competes directly with Martin's Island Mode microgrid and PPA-financed CHP for behind-the-meter projects.
• Ameresco: Ameresco is a publicly traded energy services and EPC firm delivering CHP, microgrids, solar, and storage to industrial, institutional, and government customers under PPA and ESA-like financing. Its integrated energy-as-a-service model and project pipeline directly mirror Martin's CHP/microgrid/financing offering.
• Vanguard Renewables: Vanguard Renewables develops farm-based anaerobic digestion and RNG projects, partnering with food manufacturers and dairy farms. Its farm-scale digester-plus-RNG model directly overlaps Martin's agricultural digester business and Chomp modular offering.
• Capstone Green Energy: Capstone manufactures microturbine-based CHP and distributed generation products serving similar industrial, commercial, and agricultural customers. It competes head-to-head with reciprocating-engine CHP solutions like Martin's, particularly for smaller-scale and biogas applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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