The AboitizPower-led Cotabato Light and Power Company recently completed the energization of its upgraded state-of-the-art Malagpas Substation, ensuring an even more reliable energy supply to its franchise area.
This comes after the installation of the additional 15 megavolt ampere (MVA) transformer of the substation, which will improve distribution reliability, reduce outages, and increase future power load capacity for residential customers and businesses throughout the company’s franchise area.
Project development began in June 2020 and was completed early this year.
The Malagapas substation now has a total of 27 MVA with its new upgrades. New features for protection and control have also been installed to guarantee the safety and security of the power distribution system.
Valentin S. Saludes III, Cotabato Light President and COO, said the completion of the Malagapas substation will help the utility meet future power demand while providing more reliable and uninterrupted power to their franchise area.
“The new equipment includes state-of-the-art remote monitoring and operating capabilities and protective devices, which will mean fewer power outages and faster restoration times for customers,” he added.
Saludes said that Cotabato Light’s continuous innovations are an important part of reaching their sustainability goals, which also highlights the company’s commitment to advancing business and communities.
