The first shipment of Natural Gas arrived on Friday, August 5 in Jamaica, marking a significant milestone in the move to diversify Jamaica’s energy sources.

Jamaica has received its first shipment of natural gas aboard the Golar Arctic through a partnership agreement between the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) and New Fortress Energy.

The shipment arrived at the port of Kingston last Friday.

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,” said JPS President and CEO Kelly Tomblin in a press release.

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