A new solution for Toamasina. The Council of Ministers has authorized Jirama to initiate steps to conclude a power purchase agreement with the energy supplier of the mining company Ambatovy. The latter has acknowledged the decision and stated it is “engaged in a constructive dialogue with the competent authorities.”
The authorization granted by the Council of Ministers paves the way for negotiations between the national water and electricity company and Ambatovy’s energy provider. A source from the Ministry of Energy and Mines estimates this surplus to be between 30 and 40 MW. The ministry hopes that instead of remaining unused, this energy could be injected into the Jirama grid to help improve electricity supply in the port city, where peak demand is estimated at 26.7 MW.
When contacted by 2424.mg, Ambatovy confirmed it was aware of the government’s decision while remaining cautious about the next steps. “Ambatovy has taken note of the Council of Ministers’ communiqué regarding the authorization granted to Jirama to conclude an agreement for the supply of electricity. At this stage, we are not in a position to provide further information. We remain committed to a constructive dialogue with the competent authorities and will communicate any additional information in due course,” the company stated.
The mining company operates a coal-fired thermal power plant to meet its energy needs. This facility produces both industrial steam and electricity required for the operation of the various units of the nickel and cobalt mining and processing complex. The plant consists of three production units, each with a nominal capacity of 40 MW, bringing its total installed electrical capacity to 120 MW.
Captured & Published at: 2026-07-23 16:23:43 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
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