KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Jamaica Public Service (JPS) has announced the arrival of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to be used for electricity generation at the Bogue plant in Montego Bay.

In a statement this evening the company said that the introduction of gas represents a historic milestone for Jamaica, as the nation pursues energy diversification and the expansion of its energy sector.

“JPS is proud to be partnering with New Fortress Energy to lead the introduction of natural gas to Jamaica,” JPS President Kelly Tomblin said.

“The country has been trying to achieve fuel diversity for a long time, and 2016 represents the year that it has really happened, with the introduction of gas, grid-scale solar, and the addition of significant wind capacity to the grid. Natural gas will play a key role in transforming the energy sector, while supporting industrial development and economic growth. We are definitely on the threshold of great things for Jamaica and the region,” she added.

Just a year ago, New Fortress Energy signed an agreement with JPS to supply LNG for Jamaica’s 120-megawatt power plant at Bogue. Earlier this year, the power plant was converted to run on gas as well as Automotive Diesel Oil (ADO).