The Philippine Star – October 28, 2024 | 12:00am
MANILA, Philippines — As a testament to its pivotal role in advancing the nation’s infrastructure and contributing to the country’s economic growth, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) was awarded the prestigious Country Movers Award by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI).
The largest business organization in the Philippines, representing various sectors and industries, PCCI is dedicated to promoting and supporting the growth and development of Philippine businesses through advocacy, networking and capacity-building initiatives.
The Country Movers Award is given to corporations that have undertaken projects of national significance and continue to contribute to job creation, poverty alleviation and building sustainable, resilient and inclusive growth.
“We are grateful for the recognition from a prestigious institution like PCCI. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team and a reflection of the company’s ongoing commitment to excellence and its pivotal role in national development,” NGCP said.
As the country’s power transmission service provider, NGCP is at the forefront of modernizing the Philippine power grid, implementing infrastructure improvements to enhance grid reliability and resilience.
The company’s initiatives not only ensure stable power supply but also support the country’s economic growth by attracting investments and fostering more development.
The power transmission operator recently completed several big-ticket projects, including the Mindanao-Visayas Interconnection, the Cebu-Negros-Panay 230kV Backbone, the Mariveles-Hermosa-San Jose 500kV Transmission Line and the Cebu-Bohol Interconnection, fulfilling its commitment to the country.
“NGCP looks forward to continuing its work, in partnership with the government and its stakeholders in the power industry, to build a brighter and more prosperous future for the Philippines,” NGCP said.