The Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has completed the upgrade of its Calamba 230-kilovolt (kV)–115 kV Delivery Point Substation, strengthening the reliability and stability of electricity supply in parts of Laguna and Batangas.
The enhancement project includes the installation of a third 300-megavolt ampere (MVA) power transformer, along with new 115 kV and 230 kV Gas Circuit Breakers, and upgraded protection and control panels.
This expansion will address the growing power requirements of major commercial and industrial customers such as SM City Calamba, SM City Sto. Tomas, Mariwasa-Siam Ceramics Inc., Calamba Doctor’s Hospital, Philippine Manufacturing Co. of Murata Inc., STMicroelectronics Inc., and Samsung Electro-Mechanics Philippines Corporation, while also ensuring improved service for nearby communities.
Meralco reaffirmed its commitment to providing high-quality, stable, and reliable electricity by continuously investing in system upgrades and network modernization to support the region’s economic growth.