In 2009, the total number of Agents Associated with ONS reached 235 members (number 14.1% higher than the previous year, of 206 agents), which demonstrates the growing role of the Operator as a manager of the grid of institutions and installations involved in the operation of the BIPS and the increased complexity of the processes conducted in this activity.

A total of 481 Terms of Release (TL) for the Entry into Operation, for transmission installations, and 507 statements to meet the requirements of the Grid Procedures (DAPR) for generating facilities were issued that year.

Also in 2009, ANEEL authorized the permanent use of Module 24 – Installations Integration Process and Module 26 – Power Plant Operation Mode.

Throughout 2009, technical evaluations were carried out, with the support of specialized consultants, to support the evolution of the SIGA project, due to the need for further developments. The implementation of Portal SIGA will bring a new form of envisioning, organizing and executing the technical processes conducted by ONS and its associate agents.