GPL acquires mobile substation to help reduce service interruptions

The Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL), on Saturday, commissioned its first 35-megavolt-ampere (MVA) mobile substation at the New Georgetown Substation, marking a significant step towards strengthening the reliability and flexibility of the national electricity grid.

According to GPL, the 35-MVA Mobile Substation is a fully equipped, transportable power unit designed for deployment and grid connection within a fixed substation premises. Its mobility allows for relocation and setup for network support.

This unit will add redundancy to the grid by supplying temporary backup power during network maintenance, system upgrades and network emergencies. This will minimise downtime and significantly reduce the likelihood of service interruptions for customers. This investment is part of the Government of Guyana’s vision to modernise GPL’s infrastructure and improve the reliability of electricity supply to its customers.

Additional mobile substations will be acquired for Essequibo and Berbice.