Power station battery backup now operational

The Battery Energy Storage System has become operational after a testing and commissioning period which started in December.

Number Six says the system is designed to provide resilience to Gibraltar's electricity system.

The Minister for Public Utilities says recent weeks have shown the practical benefit of the investment.

Gemma Arias-Vasquez says after an issue with the LNG Terminal caused an engine to trip at the North Mole Power Station, the BESS picked up the load and avoided a power cut.