STELCO Commissions New 1 MW Generator in Hoarafushi, Increasing Capacity to 3.3 MW

STELCO, the state electricity company of the Maldives, has commissioned a new 1 megawatt generator set in Hoarafushi, Haa Alif Atoll, and begun using it officially. The new generator, brought to the island in August, has increased the total installed capacity of Hoarafushi to 3.3 megawatts. Previously, the power generation capacity in the island's engine house was 2,720 kilowatts. Hoarafushi, home to a population of approximately 3,500, will benefit from improved electricity service reliability and quality, supporting the island's development and providing greater convenience for residents, according to STELCO. The company took over electricity services in the region from FENAKA Corporation and has been working to strengthen the power supply. The commissioning was announced by STELCO on social media on October 24, 2026.