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In the wake of Hurricane Maria, which left Puerto Rico’s power grid and critical infrastructure in ruins, Beachview Logistics was called upon to support one of the most complex disaster response efforts in U.S. history. Partnering with USACE and PowerSecure, Beachview deployed a comprehensive solution to sustain large-scale recovery operations across the island.
Hurricane Maria Response- Puerto Rico
Duration
7+ Months
Capacity
1,100+ Guests
Meals Served
700,000+
Service Type
Turnkey Base Camp Services, Traffic Control, and Damage Assessment Services
Puerto Rico–Multiple Locations
PROJECT DETAILS
Partners
USACE / PowerSecure/ PREPA
Location
Puerto Rico–Multiple Locations
Performance Period
October 28, 2017–June 10 ,2018
Scope
Turnkey Base Camp Services, Traffic Control, and Damage Assessment
Power Restoration & Base Camp Operations
Beachview managed end-to-end logistics, starting at our Georgia headquarters where all base camp equipment was prepared and transported to the Port of Jacksonville. From there, we handled maritime shipping, cleared customs, and retrieved assets upon arrival in Puerto Rico. Our team then safely delivered the assets to four remote base camp location—Aguadilla, Ponce, Arecibo, and Caguas—despite widespread road damage and infrastructure failure.
Each site was fully constructed, staffed, managed, and ultimately demobilized by Beachview. Over 1100 personnel were housed and supported in total across the eight-month operation
Sleeper trailers with power generation and HVAC
Climate-controlled sleeping quarters for 1,000+ guests
Mobile Restrooms, Showers & Laundry
Complete hygiene and sanitation facilities
Dining and kitchen tents, mobile kitchens
Full-service dining facilities serving over 700,000 Meals
On-site Operations Team
Full staffing, security, and operational support
Light towers, heavy equipment, fuel, and waste services
24/7 utilities and environmental management
Services Delivered
Beachview Logistics delivered full-service base life support infrastructure across multiple sites—on base and in remote tactical areas—including:
Traffic Control & Damage Assessment
As operations scaled, Beachview was tasked with supporting USACE’s traffic control program to protect crews restoring Puerto Rico’s power grid. We mobilized over 380 full-time traffic controllers across the island, ensuring safe passage for linemen and equipment in high-risk environments. Beachview also deployed a 140-member team of trained damage assessors who partnered with federal and local agencies to evaluate storm impacts, prioritize restoration efforts, and document infrastructure damage in both rural and urban areas. At peak, Beachview maintained nearly 600 full-time personnel in Puerto Rico across base camp operations, traffic control, and damage assessment—demonstrating our ability to scale rapidly and meet complex demands in disaster environments.
Damage Assessment Crews
Deployed 140 trained assessors
Traffic Control Teams
Mobilized 380+ full-time traffic controllers
Scalable Workforce
Maintained nearly 600 full-time personnel
Island-Wide Support
Operated across both rural and urban zones
Large-Scale Operational Impact
Supported the Largest Power Restoration Mission in U.S. History
By deploying hundreds of personnel across traffic control, base camps, and damage assessment, Beachview provided essential support for one of the most complex recovery operations ever executed.
Infrastructure & Community Recovery
Accelerated Restoration for Storm-Impacted Communities
Our teams documented critical infrastructure damage, prioritized restoration needs, and ensured safe access for linemen—directly contributing to faster grid recovery for thousands of Puerto Ricans.
Human-Centered Emergency Response
Delivered Stability, Safety, and Hope. Beyond operational support, Beachview’s presence provided daily protection, structure, and reassurance for communities devastated by the storm—helping restore not just infrastructure, but lives.
Impact & Legacy
Delivering compassionate logistics and measurable outcomes for a humanitarian mission of unprecedented scale and urgency.
In Coordination With
USACE
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
PowerSecure
PowerSecure, INC.
PREPA
Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority
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From humanitarian relief to disaster recovery, Beachview delivers scalable, compassionate logistics that restore safety, stability, and dignity, anywhere, anytime.
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