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**Big Bad Wolf** » 2012-06-25 16:23

How old is Lyndon Frances? Is he a senior or junior. The face look like somebody that went to college with me.

**Fed Up** » 2012-06-25 11:52

I'm an engineer and I tell you that this is just not right. We're being fed more manure than they can shovel, and if antigua people are so dumb & stupid as to believe all of this than so be it !!!!

**Martin.** » 2012-06-23 11:27

Its quite clear from APUA that the chinese plant is not new and can't perform as should .
The fact that they had to pay and replace 58 fuel injector pumps in less than 8 months is evidence that they got caught with a lemon'''!
if you buy a new RAV 4 and the dealer tells you have to replace the injector pump in less than 8 months ,would you pay for the pump?????
The engineers at APUA should be careful on what parts they pay for and the cost markup''.. Remember POLITIANS and Cronie have a way of swimming away leaving the little guys for chum'''.. re Medical benefits and Jarvis''!!

**piky head** » 2012-06-23 06:32

How many influential individuals at APUA have shares in APC?

**Eric** » 2012-06-23 00:51

You power hungry "Bird People" will never stop saying that the WPP are old – it is not in your own political interest – you are just repeating over and over again what you were programed to say. This is after your own Gaston Browne told you that he knows who was paid to say that the engines are old. This is keeping with the Labour Party practices and habits. Maybe they should first tell us about the IHI rip-off before they accuse others of other things.

**Coreet** » 2012-06-23 00:40

I am tired of this ignorance.Bring in an independent reputable organization,ta ke a couple media camera crew to include CANA and let ALL ANTIGUANS see the engines and judge for themselves.

**Pellucid** » 2012-06-23 00:30

Sir Ronald says in another article today that global warming is a problem, so why not simply shut the greenhouse gas producing generators down??? Don't Antiguans care about rising sea levels? Why should developed countries invest in alternative energy solutions when the prime beneficiaries are abusing automobiles and pouring out oil fumes to create electricity!

**Osbert R. Frederick** » 2012-06-22 22:37

We have come to a sad state when everyone thing they can fool all the people all the time. APUA cannot buy oil? Wow!!! How come all these engines need these parts which cause them to be inoperable after been in use for less than a year. Just mosre proof they are not new. Mr. Manager, stop lying to save others. You have your own soul to think about; and a lying tongue is still an abomination unto the Lord. And we are still waiting for the benefits to be derived from these plants. Power outages have now become the norm rather than the exception in antigua. If we are having these problems with 'new' plants, what will happen to us when they become older and need more maintenance. Antiguans look out; the dark ages is coming back

**Just Wondering** » 2012-06-22 20:14

Just wondering - They said their is a "shortage in lubricating oil and injector nozzles" and it is due to "recent cash flow challenges." Then how can APUA sponsor Myst carnival troupe injecting $100,000 and have Power Rumble. Shouldn't the money be going towards buying lubricating oil and injector nozzles?

**photoshop** » 2012-06-22 20:10

There is nothing stopping APUA from getting parts from Canada or the US. These are no Chinese engines. They are MAN engines. They were manufactured in China to the specification of MAN.

**Skyewill** » 2012-06-22 18:48

Another disadvantage for not purchasing the plant From Canada or the US. Part would be here in a few hours

**photoshop** » 2012-06-22 18:42

Caribarena knows the agreement to which I refer. It was tabled in the same parliament that the operations and maintenance agreement was tabled. It spells out clearly the warranty.

**John French II** » 2012-06-22 18:25

Notes From A Native Son Of The Rock. My heart aches and a drowsy numbness pains my senses as I sympathize & empathize with the APUA Engineers. These Fathers/Mothers , Sisters/Brother s, Citizens/Reside nts have been enduring what must be the Most Stressful Period of their Youthful Lives.
The Bd. Chair noted correctly that the plant should only be efficiently and effectively operating 4 engines at any point.
The Injectors have never functioned as designed since the APUA Engineers visited China. It caused them a two week delay - sitting around and visiting historical sites.
High Air Intake Temperatures: The CDBMOEPP has been located to run most efficiently at sea level under standard conditions of temp & pressure (STP). it is doubtful that the ambient temperature at Crabbs gets to over 100F degress for any extended period.
Technology Transfer: We must thank Mr. Francis for clarifying.
Uninterrupted Power Supply - As Morris Says: Quote:

Sometimes it is just best to keep quiet.

It would be most helpful for APC to provide Operating & Electrical Delivery Data as they did in the Past. Why remain Silent? You have nothing to hide but Users & Clients to Educate.

**the joker** » 2012-06-22 18:01

you have no proof. you're just angry and sad that your days of tyranny are being shut down. Don't you think that if the pictures were photoshopped, the government would have taken action? Why would the GM have confirmed the photos if they were photoshopped? And finally, caribarena did release the entire operation and maintenance agreement. your laziness, stupidity, agendas, and all round idiocy are what prevented you from reading and seeing that there is no warranty. Furthermore, you should be demanding the government release the documents, not a media house. It is clear that the hand that feeds you is getting licks, and you are using every desperate avenue to protect it. you don't need them! fight for the truth!

**@photoshop** » 2012-06-22 18:00

The truth hurts :eek:

stupid

**photoshop** » 2012-06-22 17:50

Spin Doctor,

Please read the APUA release again. No injector is bein changed. The parts that are bein changed have done their hours. It is just like the filter in your vehicle. It must be changed after a certain mileage or operating hours.
Also ask Caribarena why they have not published the agreement the clearly show the warranty.

**photoshop** » 2012-06-22 17:44

Photo shopping again

**rupert j.** » 2012-06-22 17:37

@Mr Tenman no need to have your draws up in bunches all I am doing is asking a question, I did not realise that such a procedure was fround upon in that case I will be embarking more on such an exercise.

**tenman** » 2012-06-22 17:18

rupert j, since you think caribarena is a media house which would engage in creating fake pictures why do you even read the articles here? Caribarena went to the WPP on Dec 16th and took these pictures, its sad that you have problems with this truth. At the blood and wine press conference, an apua engineer basically acknowledged the pics taken represented the state of the plant at that time. They tried to explain the rust situation by blaming it on the harsh environment at the plant. The APUA GM when he had a chance to deny the pics instead of doing such, stated they are not currently in this condition. Since then, APUA has refused to allow Observer newspaper access to the plant, so they can see it for themselves. MP Lovell stated via Observer radio that a visit is not possible due to national security reasons. How in the world do you wish them to get current pictures?

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**the joker** » 2012-06-22 16:55

Esworth Martin said the pictures are legit.
Molwyn Joseph said the pictures are legit.
Government Do not deny the legitimacy of the pictures.
Based on the evidence, I have concluded that caribarena will release "the real" pictures when you provide evidence that you own a brain. Unfortunately, this may never happen.

**rupert j.** » 2012-06-22 16:46

why does caribarena continue to publish these unproven pictures of the power plant every time there is a story of the power plant comes up, is this to continue to inflame the people of this state, why not get the true picture and publish those that would be more just dont you think.

**Spin Doctor** » 2012-06-22 15:29

The true facts are.....

If these are new engines they should not require replacement fuel injectors after 9 months operation.

If these are new generators they should not be burning oil at an excessive rate.

If these are new generators they should not be over heating.

If these are new generators they should come with a warranty so why are we paying for new injectors.

More importantly why are we experiencing more power outages than ever before and why hasn't the electricity bill from APUA come down if anything the cost is increasing.

At least Mr Spencer has stopped saying the generators are new.......He's not saying anything, probably best to keep your head down and hope this all blows over eh! :lol:

**Morris** » 2012-06-22 15:13

Sometimes it is just best to keep quiet. This attempt is more of a joke than a clarification. Perhaps operational inefficiency is too harsh of a term, maybe he would have preferred to hear "management inefficiencies. "

"During the period April 25th to May 26th, five of the six engines at the Wadadli Power Plant were taken off line due solely to a shortage in lubricating oil and injector nozzles."
* How much replacement parts are kept as stock supplies? Best maintenance practices would have suggested to keep these types of items on hand at all times.
* Are we to believe that "over-heating" is not a cause for concern? Neglect your car's engine when it overheats and see what happens...much less a power plant. It is a good thing that we are not talking about a nuclear power plant here, because heaven knows what would have happened.
* With the amount of money spent on maintenance/ope rational issues of the WPP thus far, it would be very interesting to know when will the "value for money" berealized by the citizens.

JW » 2012-06-22 14:14

I want to believe that the cash flow problem is occurring because of the rate at which the engine are leaking oil. APUA cant keep enough oil in stock and they have to be spend so much money buying oil and maintaining the new engines that its almost impossible to have a POSITIVE CASHFLOW. Obviously CASHFLOW cant talk and defend himself so he must be the fall guy....

**Dig It** » 2012-06-22 13:52

Tenman, I couldn't agree with you more! The Manager's words shouldn't be taken with a "grain of salt!" All of a sudden they are blaming their "cash flow" for "shoratge" of the said engines taken "off-line," instead of telling the public the truth (documentary evidence) that the engines are "old" or "used!" Let the Manager and others at APUA continue to play the blaming game on "cash flow" but the public knows it is more than that! They have no "shame!"

**Anu** » 2012-06-22 13:18

Im somewhat taken aback with Mr Fancis statement on the above caption. I am aware that when any person or company who is involved in any sort of machine operation that uses lubricants, they always have a maintenance chart because the manufacturer always recommend that preventative maintenance must be done within a certain time frame . I am also concern to know what sort of warranty these engine comes with because changing injectors on a percieved new engines that only have nine months of usage just does'nt settle well in my mind. Also, "HIGH AIR TEMPERATURE INTAKE", Mr just say the 'ENGINES ARE OVERHEATING' (lay man term). With all these problems that these engines are now developing at such a youthful age, one can't help to wonder how credible this APUA response is. I am still waiting for the benefits that this new plant will bring to Antigua. We are still paying high cost for electricity due to HIGH FUEL VARIATION CHARGE. This happens at a time when the price for CRUDE OIL is at an all time low of U$78.20 per barrel. There will not be a shortfall of electricity when APUA can purchase added energy from APC when their engines continue to faulter. The consumers have to pay for it.

**Smoke n Mirrors** » 2012-06-22 12:35

What ever happened to "having a mind of your own"? Why do all these public figures aspire to become "political puppets" these days. My granny always tell me "na fallah multitude fu gah do evil"

Wonder how long it took the politician's secretary to type up that "press release" and send it to Lyndon. Me tyadd warn dem dat Antiguan tap jink fooly bush lang time nuh. Arrite den.

**Dr. Dredd** » 2012-06-22 11:41

This is so obviously a Political Statement/Respo nse and has very little to do with facts or with addressing the issues raised by the Observer investigative report.

**tenman** » 2012-06-22 11:39

Quote:

During the period April 25th to May 26th, five of the six engines at the Wadadli Power Plant were taken off line due solely to a shortage in lubricating oil and injector nozzles. The shortage of the above mentioned materials can be attributed to recent cash flow challenges that the Authority has been facing, which impacted greatly on the process of procuring the necessary items and having them shipped to Antigua in a timely manner

The chairman during the blood and wine press conference, stated that utilizing the WPP would help them more properly manage their cash flow. The public is now being told that a cash flow situation brought the thing that would supposedly better their cash flow situation offline. It then forced them to purchase more power from APC. You have a situation where there is a 5 year moratorium on payments for the plant, yet Francis is saying APUA could not afford needed materials for the said plant. Needless to say, I am not buying Lyndon's response.

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**Mavis** » 2012-06-22 11:35

APUA ran short of lube oil because these engines are consuming a lot more lube oil than new plants are suppose to consume. It is very sad that these engines come with no warranty and that we have to pay a construction company $2M US for two years to operate and maintain them. Where is the manufacturer in all this. If the engines were new the manufacturer will be more involved in the operations especially during the warranty period. The consumers of this country have being ripped off and continue to be milked. We dont want any more cleare proof that those engines are old. We are paying for some pieces of old, rusty junck.

**Steadyj** » 2012-06-22 11:11

Why does APUA don't have these basic, but vital consumables on hand? With their poor track record of operating generation facilities, would it be cheaper for them to outsource all power generation to several different suppliers?

**The Truth** » 2012-06-22 11:11

I'm putting my faith in Exel Engineering, FG Wilson never fail. Thx Lewis. But....why would a region with this amount of sun not go the green route. There is more money in it for everyone. Them guys clinging to oil for no good reason except greed. Ask the English Harbour Solar Power locals. One tell me she never pay a bill in 25 years, big three bed hse, and changed the batteries three times. Come on ......my bill is $800ecd per month, do the math, I pay it off in 5 years , but APUA threaten me and say it is illegal, because we must contribute to the state which is paying Hadeed, lol.

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