The Gibraltar Electricity Authority wishes to inform the public that the testing and commissioning programme for the new Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is continuing, following the initial announcement issued on 1 December 2025.

As part of the next phase of this carefully managed programme, additional technical tests are scheduled to take place tonight, commencing at midnight. The advice the Government has is although unlikely, a power outage remains possible during the test.

The Minister for Health, Care and Business, who also has responsibility for the Gibraltar Electricity Authority, the Hon Gemma Arias-Vasquez will be on site observing the testing.

The Gibraltar Electricity Authority apologises for any inconvenience this may cause. Such interruptions, while undesirable, are an inevitable part of the testing and commissioning process for complex energy infrastructure of this scale. In order to minimise disruption to households, businesses and essential services, the tests have been deliberately scheduled during the night when overall demand is at its lowest.

The commissioning of the BESS represents a major investment in strengthening Gibraltar’s energy resilience and supporting the Government’s long-term energy and sustainability objectives.

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