By Tina Fischer
May 21, 2026

Central Maine Power opened a new switching station at the Rock Row development in Westbrook.

The compact gas-insulated switchgear facility serves to “link” multiple transmission lines together, to provide service continuity during extreme weather events.

Should one line be damaged in a storm, the facility’s smart technology can remotely “move” customers from one line to the other, providing a backup route for power to reach customers.

“This switching station is a major step forward with reliable, modern infrastructure like this that is essential to unlocking economic development in both our city and our state,” Westbrook Mayor David Morse said. “Developers look for strong, dependable power when deciding where to invest, and this project will be a true game changer for Rock Row and the surrounding area.

“Beyond the local impact,” Morse added, “it also strengthens regional reliability, especially during extreme weather events. We’re incredibly excited about what this means for Westbrook’s future.”

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