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Apr 28th, 2004
Bad weather in Mexico causes extended power outage in Belize
Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) successfully restored electricity service to all areas supplied via Belize 's national electricity grid last night after a fault on the transmission line from Mexico to Belize resulted in a total system collapse. › Full details

Apr 26th, 2003
WRB Enterprises, Inc. to Acquire Majority Interest in Dominica Electricity Services, Ltd.
April 26, 2004 (Tampa, Florida, USA) – Tampa-based WRB Enterprises, Inc. (WRB) announced today an agreement to acquire a majority interest in Dominica Electricity Services, Ltd. (Domlec), the sole electric utility for the Commonwealth of Dominica. The seller is UK-based CDC Group plc.› Full details

Sept 8th, 2003
CUC Linemen To Assist Bermuda Following Passing Of Hurricane Fabian
Seven CUC Linemen and one Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Engineer left the Island today, Wednesday, 10th September, to travel to Bermuda to assist the Island's electricity provider, Bermuda Electric Light Company (BELCO), with the restoration of electrical service.› Full details . CUC web site

Sept 8th, 2003
Blackout Shrouds Belize
Except for Caye Caulker and Punta Gorda the country of Belize experienced an electrical blackout from 2:41 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. today. The Belize blackout took place approximately two weeks after the August 14th blackout in the US. At 4:11, Thursday afternoon the entire northeast of the States lost power and major metropolitan areas like New York City and Detroit screeched to a silent standstill. The States' blackout was caused by overloaded generators breaking down and likewise the Belize blackout was caused by generation problems in Mexico.› Full details . BEL web site

Sept 4th, 2003
BEC pair Honoured for Heroic Act
Two employees of the Bahamas Electricity Corporation (BEC) received the corporation's first ever "Corporate Hero Award" for their attempts to rescue a man who drowned while swimming in waters near the Clifton Pier power station.
› Full details . BEC web site

Sept 1st, 2003
CUC Responds to Government Statements Regarding CUC's 3% Rate Increase
Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. ("CUC" or "the Company") submitted its 2003 Final Return to the Cayman Islands Government ("Government") in July 2003 confirming that it is entitled to a 3% rate increase effective August 1, 2003 pursuant to its Licence with Government. This return was filed after CUC's independent auditors, PricewaterhouseCoopers, provided written confirmation that the rate increase was computed in accordance with the terms of the Licence. › Full details . CUC web site

May 20th, 2003
Government Considers Privatization of BVIEC
The Government of the British Virgin Islands is reviewing the possibility of either full or semi privatization of the British Virgin Electricity Corporation (BVIEC). Governments globally are either forming public/private partnerships or privatizing those industries such as electric utilities which need large sums of money in order to make required capital improvements. › Full details

April 2003
Court of Appeal Upholds Ruling of Supreme Court of Belize on Chalillo Project
The Court of Appeal yesterday upheld the ruling of the Supreme Court of Belize confirming appropriate approval of the Macal River Upstream Storage Facility ("Chalillo Project").› Full details · BEL web site

April 2003
CUC advisory on Rising Fuel Prices
Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (CUC), today announced that customers can expect an increase in the Fuel Adjustment portion of their April bills as a result of increasing world fuel costs in recent months. › Full details . CUC web site

March16th, 2003
The City of Everett Washington Selects and Begins Implementation of Advanced Utility Systems CIS Infinity
Toronto, Canada. Advanced Utility Systems Corporation (Advanced) is pleased to announce that the implementation of CIS Infinity is underway at The City of Everett, Washington (Everett).› Full details . AUSC web site

March 2nd, 2003
CUC Enhances its Commitment to the Environment
Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (CUC) has recently implemented an Environmental Management System (EMS) and plans to obtain ISO-14001 certification. ISO-14001 is an environmental management standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization, which grants various certifications to organisations that are compliant with the requirements of the standards.› Full details . CUC web site

Feb 27th, 2003
LUCELEC explains its Renewable Energy Efforts
The island's lone electricity company (LUCELEC) is refuting allegations that it has done little to support the move to introduce renewable, alternative or green energy to St. Lucia. The company states that for years it has, been exploring the introduction of various forms of alternative energy, including supporting and undertaking its own research, as well as entertaining proposals from foreign interests.  › Full details - LUCELEC Web site

Feb 20th, 2003
CUC announces unaudited financial results for third quarter ended January 31, 2003
Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (“CUC” or the “Company”) announced today its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended January 31, 2003.
› Full details - CUC web site 

Feb 18th, 2003
CUC’s 20,000^th customer goes on line - › CUC web site

Feb 10th, 2003
CUC Beautifies Seven Mile Public Beach .   › CUC web site

January 30th, 2003
Fortis Inc. Increases Investment in Caribbean Utilities to 38.2% Becomes Largest Shareholder
Fortis Inc. (TSX: FTS), Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (TSX: CUP.U) and International Power Holdings Ltd. announced that Fortis Inc. ("Fortis") has acquired, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Fortis Energy (Bermuda) Ltd. ("Fortis Bermuda"), 3,863,695 Class A Ordinary Shares (the "Class A Shares") of Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. ("CUC"), or approximately 15.9 per cent of the outstanding Class A Shares of CUC, for a purchase price of US$11.90 cash per share under a private agreement. › Full details - CUC web site 

October 10th, 2002
BL&P Signs Agreement for New Generating Plant
The Barbados Light & Power Co. Ltd. Has signed an agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries Company limited of Korea to supply two 30,000 k low speed diesel generating units. This is part of our $300 million expansion programme planned over the next five (5) years and is being financed with the assistance of a loan from the European investment Bank. › Full details 

September 13th, 2002
CUC Opens Frank Sound Substation
CUC has energized the second in a series of newly designed indoor substations to enhance the reliability of electrical service and to accommodate future load growth in the Eastern Districts.› Full details - CUC web site 

September 3rd, 2002
BEL, General Electric Sign Contract for Gas Turbine Generator Set
The Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) and General Electric Package Power Inc. (GE) will sign a contract today for the utility’s purchase of a Gas Turbine Generator Set from GE. The signing will take place this evening, Thursday, August 29, 2002 at BEL’s corporate headquarters.› Full details - BEL web site

June 6th, 2002
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February 26th, 2002
CUC Announces Unaudited Financial Results For the Third Quarter Ended January 31, 2002 › Full details - CUC web site

November 27, 2001
OHM OPENS SOUTH FLORIDA OFFICE
OHM International announces the opening of its new office in South Florida, with responsibility for coordinating the company's growing business volume in the South American, Central American and Caribbean markets. › Full details - OHM web site 

November 15, 2001
BEL COMPLETES SERVICE RESTORATION AFTER IRIS
Belize Electricity Ltd has completed the restoration of service to areas in the south of Belize which had been affected by the passage of hurricane Iris in October. › Full details - BEL web site

November 11, 2001
BEL AFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO COGENERATION
Belize Electricity Ltd, in a joint statement with Belize Sugar Industries Ltd, has reaffirmed its commitment to purchase power from a bagasse cogeneration project being implemented by BSI. ›Full details - BEL web site

October 26, 2001
BELCO LAUNCHES E-BILLING
Bermuda Electric Light Co has launched the interactive phase of its web site, which allows customers to register to receive and pay their bills online. › Full details - BELCO web site

October 26, 2001
BEL RESTORES 26% OF POWER IN THE SOUTH                                                              Back to top
Belize Electricity Limited is making progress in restoration of power to areas in the south affected by hurricane Iris › Full details - BEL web site

October 16, 2001
CUC TO ASSIST BEL RESTORATION
Belize Electricity Limited will receive assistance in restoration of its electricity services in southern Belize from Caribbean Utilities Company (CUC) › Full details - CUC web site

October 9, 2001
CUC ADDRESSES IMPACT OF ECONOMIC SLOWDOWN
CUC announces a series of initiatives designed to assist its customers and the Cayman Islands economy during the economic slowdown following the World Trade Center and Pentagon disasters. › Full story - CUC web site 

October 6, 2001
CUC ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF US$30M PRIVATE PLACEMENT
CUC this week announced the closing of the second and final tranche of a US$30 million private placement of 6.67% Senior Unsecured Notes. Proceeds from the placement will be used to finance enhancements to CUC's T&D system. › Full story - CUC web site

July 27, 2001
LUCELEC REINTRODUCES MONTHLY METER READING
St Lucia Electricity Services Ltd (Lucelec) will be re-introducing monthly meter reading in July 2001. The company says that the introduction will be phased and is expected to be fully implemented by December 2001.
Full story - LUCELEC web site 

July 3, 2001
FREEPORT POWER COMPANY UNVEILS NEW PLANT, CORPORATE IMAGE
Freeport Power Company on June 8th 2001 became the Grand Bahama Power Company, with the unveiling of a new 13.5 MW slow-speed diesel plant and a new corporate image.
Full story

June 6, 2001
DOMLEC CHOOSES ADVANCED UTILITY SYSTEMS FOR NEW CUSTOMER INFORMATION SYSTEM
Dominica Electricity Services Limited (Domlec) has chosen CIS Infinity from Advanced Utility Systems to handle their customer management and utility billing needs.
Full story 

May 29, 2001
EDF PARTICIPATES IN CARIBBEAN ENVIRONMENTAL EXHIBITION
EDF Guadeloupe is an exhibitor and participant in the 2001 Caribbean Environmental Exhibition to be held May 30 - June 1, in Guadeloupe, French Caribbean.
Full story - EDF web site

May 25, 2001
MAN B&W REORGANISES ENGINE AND AFTERMARKET BUSINESS
MAN B&W Diesel Ltd of Stockport, Cheshire has announced plans to re-organise its engine and aftermarket businesses, and for an investment programme to develop its UK manufacturing facilities.
Full story - MAN B&W web site

April 20, 2001
MIRANT NAMES NEW JPSCO CEO
Mirant Corporation has announced the appointment of Charles Matthews, 44, as the new president and chief executive officer of the Jamaica Public Service Co.
Full story - JPSCo web site - Mirant web site

March 28, 2001
JPSCO HOSTS ENERGY MANAGEMENT SEMINAR
Jamaica Public Service Company (JPSCo.) recently hosted an internationally recognised training course for energy managers in the private and public sectors, to expose them to the latest energy management technologies.
Full story - JPSCo web site

March 14, 2001
DOMLEC FREEZES RATES FOR 2001
The management of Dominica Electricity Services Ltd (DOMLEC) has announced that the company is freezing rates this year, despite the provisions of Dominica's electricity legislation and increasing financial pressure on the company.
Full story 

February 28, 2001
CURAÇAO RESTRUCTURES UTILITY HOLDINGS
Integrated Utility Holding (IUH), the holding company and manager of KAE and KODELA, the production and distribution utilities in Curaçao, has announced a reorganization of its holdings under a new corporate identity, Aqualectra.
Full story 

February 28, 2001
CURAÇAO EXPANDS WIND FARM CAPACITY TO 12 MW
As a result of environmentally-friendly energy policies on the island of Curaçao, wind energy contribution has increased considerably, with an expansion of the total wind generated capacity from 3MW to 12 MW.
Full story  

February 7, 2001
80% OF JPSCO SOLD TO MIRANT
The government of Jamaica announced Tuesday that it has agreed to the sale of the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPSCo) to Atlanta-based Mirant, formerly Southern Company.
Full story - JPSCo web site - Mirant web site 

February 3, 2001
WÄRTSILÄ TO DELIVER POWER BARGE TO DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
One of the world's largest power barges will be delivered to the Dominican Republic this year, to help meet the urgent demand for electricity.
Full story - Wärtsila web site

January 26, 2001
BELCO, GOVERNMENT IN JOINT ELECTRIC VEHICLE INITIATIVE
Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited (BELCO) and Government have joined together to lead a feasibility study on the introduction of electric vehicles to Bermuda.
Full story -BELCO web site 

January 24, 2001
SOUTHERN ENERGY INC IS NOW MIRANTE
Southern Energy Inc, a global independent power producer and leading energy marketing and risk management company, announced last week it will become Mirant Corporation.
Full story - Mirant web site 

January 20, 2001
JPSCO INCREASES RATES
Jamaica's Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) yesterday announced rate increases granted to the Jamaica Public Service Company Ltd (JPSCo). Rate 10 residential customers will face a 9.8% increase from February 1.
Full story - JPSCo web site 

January 4, 2001
GRENLEC ANNOUNCES RATE REDUCTION
Grenada Electricity Services Limited announced lower electricity charges for domestic, commercial and industrial customers this week, effective January 2, 2001. The new rates reflect an across-the-board reduction of 1.342% in the non-fuel charge portion of the customers bill.
Full story - GRENLEC web site 

October 8, 2000
BELIZE ELECTRICITY LTD NEGOTIATES NEW UNION AGREEMENT
The Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) and the Belize Energy Workers Union (BEWU) have successfully renegotiated a new collective agreement, under which employees will receive a salary increase of 4.5% effective June 1, 2000 and an improvement in the year-end bonus to 4% of salary based on achieving corporate and individual targets.
Full story - BEL web site 

October 7, 2000
SENIOR PROMOTION ANNOUNCED AT CARIBBEAN UTILITIES COMPANYCUC is pleased to announce that Richard Hew, Vice President Transmission & Distribution (T&D), has been promoted to Senior Vice President& General Manager (Designate) effective October 31st, 2000, Richard will assume the full responsibilities of his new position on May 1st 2001 upon the retirement of incumbent Bruce Drake.
Full story - CUC web site

SHELL AWARDED BVIEC SUPPLY CONTRACT
Shell Antilles & Guianas Ltd was recently awarded a contract to supply the BVI Electricity Corporation with gasoil to the Long Bush Power station and bulk lubricants to both Long Bush and Pockwood Pond Power station.
Full story - SHELL web site

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