MUSE substation deployed to power naval vessels at Pearl Harbor
A 5000 kVA substation was quickly installed to provide power to ships in port at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
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USA, Hawaii: Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) Mobile Utilities Support Equipment (MUSE) technicians swiftly deployed and installed a 5000 kVA substation at Wharf Mike-1, providing a critical temporary power solution to support ships in port at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.
The 5000 kVA MUSE substation, equipped with onboard switchgear and fail-safe protections, is engineered to meet the demanding power needs of naval vessels undergoing maintenance. Its expeditionary deployment highlights the strategic utility of MUSE capabilities, rapidly bridging infrastructure gaps when permanent systems are delayed or under construction.
“From engineering to logistics, every team played a role in getting this critical power capability in place to support our warfighters. It is a testament to the Navy’s ability to adapt, innovate, and deliver no matter the challenge,” said Commanding Officer Capt. James Sullivan, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Hawaii.
This milestone is part of Project P-8014U under the FY24 Military Construction Program, which includes installing a permanent Shore Power Distribution System at Wharfs Mike-1 and Mike-2. NAVFAC awarded the $5.4 M contract to D Square Construction LLC in September 2024, with completion expected by September 2025.
The substation will remain in place until the permanent shore power system is up and running, ensuring continuous support to forward-deployed fleet assets.
Source: dvidshub.net
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