MIESCOR eyes partnership with MORE Power for Visayas upgrade
By Manila Standard Business – February 16, 2025, 8:10 pm
Meralco Industrial Engineering Services Corp. (MIESCOR), a leading provider of engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance and project management services, visits More Electric and Power Corp.’s headquarters in Iloilo City, outlining their interest in collaboration. The partnership aims to propel the modernization and expansion of MORE Power’s operations in Iloilo province and its sister company, Negros Electric and Power Corp. MIESCOR, a subsidiary of Manila Electric Co., has extensive experience in the power sector, having successfully completed numerous projects across the Philippines.
Meralco Industrial Engineering Services Corp. (MIESCOR) expressed strong interest in working with More Electric and Power Corp. (MORE Power).
The partnership aims to propel the modernization and expansion of MORE Power’s operations in Iloilo province and its sister company Negros Power.
MIESCOR, a leading provider of engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance and project management services, recently visited MORE Power’s headquarters in Iloilo City, outlining their interest in collaboration.
“We see a tremendous opportunity to work alongside MORE Power in their expansion plans for Iloilo and ongoing rehabilitation in Central Negros,” said MIESCOR president Richard Ochava.
“Our expertise in power infrastructure development and rehabilitation perfectly aligns with their vision for a modern and reliable energy system,” he said.
MIESCOR, a subsidiary of Meralco, has extensive experience in the power sector, having successfully completed numerous projects across the Philippines.
The proposed partnership extends beyond engineering and construction, offering to share expertise and best practices through comprehensive training programs for MORE Power’s linemen.
“Investing in our workforce is essential for a safe and efficient power system,” said MIESCOR chief operations officer Wilfredo Bernardo.
“We are committed to sharing our knowledge and experience to elevate the skills of MORE Power’s linemen,” he said.
MIESCOR and MORE Power will also establish the Utility Attachment Office to manage the attachment of telephone and cable company lines to electric distribution poles.
This will institutionalize the campaign to address the unsightly and often hazardous “spaghetti wiring” in Iloilo City.
MORE Power president Roel Castro expressed enthusiasm for the potential partnership, emphasizing the shared commitment to innovation and community service.
“We at MORE and Negros Power are truly grateful for MIESCOR’s interest. Their expertise in the power sector is highly respected. We believe that their involvement would be invaluable as we expand and modernize our operations in Iloilo and Negros provinces,” Castro said.
“This partnership holds great promise for achieving even greater progress in providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions for our communities,” he said.
The combination of MIESCOR’s expertise with MORE and Negros Power’s innovative approach is seen to lead to a more reliable, efficient, and sustainable power system for the region, ultimately benefiting the communities they serve.
