Ecuador: Posorja to face temporary power outage for substation work

Residents in coastal areas of Ecuador, including Posorja, Playas, and Cerecita, will experience a temporary power outage on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Celec EP Transelectric, the state-owned electricity corporation, has scheduled essential technical work that will necessitate a brief interruption of the electrical supply.

The planned outage, set to occur between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m., is due to the removal of a mobile substation from the Posorja substation. This 138/69 kV – 30 MVA unit has been providing temporary backup power to the region. The equipment must be relocated to the Pedernales substation.

This relocation is a critical step for the upcoming maintenance of the main transformer at the Pedernales substation. By moving the mobile unit, Celec EP ensures that the electrical service in the Pedernales area will not be disrupted during the repair and upgrade work. A team of 25 specialized technicians will carry out the complex operation under strict safety protocols.

The affected areas also include the DP World facilities. Celec EP Transelectric has requested the public's understanding for any inconvenience caused by this necessary measure to maintain the reliability and operational availability of the National Transmission System.