Meralco Partners With A-FLOW To Boost Power Reliability For Data Centers

Meralco is further strengthening its commitment to power reliability with its recent partnership with A-FLOW, a joint venture between AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC) and FLOW Digital Infrastructure.

Powering Data Infrastructure Growth: Meralco has formalized an agreement with A-FLOW for the construction of a 115-kV switching station that will supply critical power to A-FLOW’s data center in Biñan, Laguna. In the photo (from left to right) are Meralco Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand O. Geluz, Meralco Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Ronnie L. Aperocho, A-FLOW President and FLOW Digital Infrastructure Chief Executive Officer Amandine Wang, and A-FLOW Director and AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. Chief Operating Officer Patrick John C. Avila. | Photo: Meralco

This agreement, signed by key leaders from both Meralco and A-FLOW, paves the way for the construction of a 115-kV switching station in Biñan, Laguna, which will supply critical power to A-FLOW's ML1 data center.

This move, according to A-FLOW President and FLOW Digital Infrastructure CEO Amandine Wang, showcases the potential of enhancing power reliability and redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted operations for the data center.

“It’s a true showcase to the market and customers of what we can do to make an impact by ensuring uninterrupted operation, mitigating risk of downtime, and enhancing reliability,” she said.

Meralco Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand O. Geluz emphasized the company’s proactive stance in supporting the growth of hyperscale data centers in the Philippines.

“With hyperscale data centers considered one of the emerging industries in the country, Meralco and its subsidiaries have been proactively preparing to meet the industry’s requirements,” he said.

The development of the switching station aligns with Meralco’s proactive efforts to support the country’s hyperscale data center industry, which is rapidly expanding due to the increasing need for advanced data management and digital services.

Set to be completed by December 2025, the 115-kV switching station will improve system reliability not only for A-FLOW’s data center but also for surrounding areas, ensuring consistent power delivery amid the growing demand for data infrastructure.

Meralco’s Executive Vice President and COO Ronnie L. Aperocho also highlighted Meralco's commitment to addressing the industry's critical needs, such as redundancy, scalability, safety, and renewable energy.

“We assure data center operators like A-FLOW of Meralco’s unwavering commitment to providing reliable power and innovative solutions, energizing these critical digital infrastructures to meet global standards," said Aperocho.

With this collaboration, Meralco continues to play a pivotal role in powering the Philippines' digital infrastructure, ensuring that companies like A-FLOW can maintain continuous operations and support the country’s digital transformation.