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GRUPO PUNTACANA + Wärtsilä

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Reliable and Sustainable Energy for Tourism Development

Grupo Punta Cana has transformed the energy supply for one of the Dominican Republic’s most important tourism regions through a strategic partnership with Wärtsilä.

Since 2004, the plant operated and maintained by Wärtsilä has ensured stable and efficient power for the community and tourism sector, achieving engine reliability above 99.6%.

The project began with the modernization of infrastructure and the installation of state-of-the-art engines, and has evolved to meet rapidly growing demand by integrating flexible and sustainable technology such as the Wärtsilä 34DF dual-fuel engine.

This solution enables operation with multiple fuels and resilience in adverse conditions, ensuring service continuity and supporting the transition to renewable energy.

The collaboration between Grupo Punta Cana and Wärtsilä stands as a benchmark for resilience, efficiency, and commitment to sustainable development in the Caribbean.

WhoCorporatión Turística de Servicios Puntacana
What24 MW Grupo Puntacana power station
WhereDominican Replublic
HowWärtsilä 34DF

This is what we achieved

24MW

Of electrical output.

New extension:

9 MW in 2025

99.7%

And more, engine reliability.

15+

years of providing reliable lifecycle support.

“I have observed a highly skilled team from Wärtsilä, fully committed to delivering quality service. They always meet the highest standards and are ready to address any situation.”

Miguel Arregocés Castellanos, Director CTSPC (Corporación Turística de Servicios Puntacana)

How we did it

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Challenge

  • Meeting the rapidly growing energy demand of a booming tourism region.
  • Ensuring continuous power supply.
  • Adapting to adverse weather conditions (high temperatures, hurricanes) while maintaining operational stability.
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Solution

  • Installation of a new 9 MW plant with a Wärtsilä 34DF dual-fuel engine.
  • Integration with existing infrastructure to optimize resources.
  • Operation and maintenance contract with Wärtsilä, ensuring high standards of availability and reliability.
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Benefit

  • During our +15-year partnership, the customer has been able to focus on their core responsibilities and expand the services they offer
  • Reliable and efficient energy for tourism development and the local community.
  • Significant reduction in blackouts and operational costs.
  • Flexibility to operate with different fuels and adapt to future technological changes.
  • Resilience in adverse conditions, ensuring service continuity.

The main details

CustomerCorporación Turística de servicios Puntacana
TypeWärtsilä multi-fuel power plant
WhereRepublica Dominicana
Total output24 MW
FuelMulti-fuel
ScopeEPC and full O&M
Delivery2004, 2014, 2017, 2025
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