We're working with the Caribbean Transmission Development Company to connect Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic through a 700-megawatt subsea High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) cable designed to avoid outages and restore power faster further strengthening long-term energy. We're working with the Caribbean Transmission Development Company to connect Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic through a 700-megawatt subsea High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) cable designed to avoid outages and restore power faster further strengthening long-term energy. Project Hostos will deliver a 320-kilovolt high-voltage direct current (HVDC) submarine cable capable of transmitting up to 700 megawatts between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. The link will also provide black start capability for Puerto Rico — enabling full grid restoration after a total. 100% privately funded $2. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Caribbean Transmission Development Company (CTDC) today announced it has received the Presidential Permit from the U. Department of Energy for. Experts view Project Hostos as a transformative step toward regional energy cooperation, offering a reliable, resilient, and cost-effective solution to Puerto Rico's grid challenges while fostering a potential Caribbean energy market. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – February 27, 2026 – In a landmark move. The Dominican Republic has committed substantial financial resources to comprehensive grid modernization, with transmission line projects representing a cornerstone of the nation's energy infrastructure strategy. Recent procurement activities showcase voltage specifications ranging from 69 kV to. The Dominican Republic's electronics manufacturing ecosystem supports cable management system producers supplying data centers, telecom infrastructure, and commercial construction. EGS guides cable tray, conduit, and raceway manufacturers through DR free zone setup and US export channels. Free! No Strings Attached Upcoming, Tenders, Contract Awards, Under-construction, and Completed Projects.