MONTE CRISTI, Dominican Republic – In a landmark development for the nation’s energy sector, Energía 2000 has successfully received the inaugural shipment of liquefied natural gas (LNG) at the Manzanillo port. This delivery represents a critical milestone preceding the operational launch of the highly anticipated Manzanillo Power Land plant.
The initial consignment, comprising 50,000 cubic meters of LNG, was transported by the vessel LNGShips Empress to the newly constructed Manzanillo Energy marine terminal. Upon arrival, the cargo was securely transferred to the Energo Feeze, a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) that has been stationed at the port since September. This vessel will serve as a permanent fixture, a first for the country’s energy infrastructure.
Company officials confirmed that the delivery was authorized only after rigorous operational and safety assessments were satisfactorily completed. The LNG will be utilized during the comprehensive testing phase required before the plant’s full commissioning.
Upon achieving full operational status, the facility is projected to contribute a substantial 440 megawatts to the national electricity grid. This output equates to approximately 12% of the Dominican Republic’s current total generation capacity, a significant injection expected to substantially bolster the stability and reliability of the national power system.
Beyond enhancing grid capacity, the project is hailed for its multifaceted benefits. Energía 2000 emphasizes that the initiative fortifies national energy security by diversifying the energy mix and introduces a cleaner-burning fuel alternative to reduce environmental impact. Furthermore, the project is catalyzing economic development and generating employment opportunities within the Montecristi province, specifically benefiting the community of Pepillo Salcedo.