The Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) has signed two major contracts valued at more than US$235 million—over G$50.5 billion—marking what the company calls a major step in its ongoing programme to expand and modernise the national electricity system.
According to GPL, the first agreement is a US$199 million (G$43 billion) contract with Kalpataru Projects International Limited (KPIL), signed on November 17, 2025. The second is a US$35.93 million (GYD 7.5 billion) contract with China National Machinery Import & Export Corporation (CMC), signed on November 19, 2025.
KPIL Contract: US$199 Million
GPL said the KPIL contract will deliver major transmission and substation upgrades across the country. Works include:
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42 km of new 69 kV transmission lines
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Construction of four new 69/13.8 kV substations at Kuru Kururu–Soesdyke, Williamsburg–Berbice, Hydronie–East Bank Essequibo, and Princes Street–Georgetown
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18 new primary distribution feeders for the new substations
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Upgrades and expansion at the New Georgetown and Garden of Eden substations
The company stated that the upgrades will replace outdated infrastructure, introduce modern electrical and automation systems, integrate SCADA/EMS technologies, and enable remote operations from the Guyana National Control Centre (GNCC), now under construction.
CMC Contract: US$35.93 Million
GPL said the CMC contract focuses on strengthening and expanding the distribution network. This includes:
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Construction of more than 193 km of new distribution feeders equipped with smart technology
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Supply of advanced smart distribution equipment
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Expansion of electricity access in unserved areas in Demerara and Berbice
The company noted that these improvements will reduce power outages, enhance power quality, and improve reliability across the East Bank Essequibo, West Coast and West Bank Demerara, East Bank and East Coast Demerara, and East Berbice.
GPL stated that together, the projects represent a transformative investment that strengthens both the transmission and distribution systems while positioning the utility to meet the country’s “ever-increasing energy demand with greater efficiency, reliability and resilience.”
Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, endorsed the significance of the contracts, saying: “This contract will strengthen our distribution network and directly support the rapid housing, commercial, and industrial growth across the country. The construction of the new substations, transmission and distribution lines, and electrification of new areas and the deployment of smart technology will ensure that thousands of customers benefit from reliable electricity.”
GPL’s Leader of Executive Management, Mr. Kesh Nandlall, also underscored the importance of the initiative, stating: “GPL remains committed to investing in a modern, resilient, and customer-focused electricity system that supports Guyana’s national development.”
