Meralco To Power Samsung's Electronic Chip Component Plant Expansion

The Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) is set to power the expansion of Samsung Electro-Mechanics Philippines Corporation’s (SEMPHIL) manufacturing plant in Calamba, Laguna.

Meralco, led by Chairman and CEO Manuel V. Pangilinan (front row, center), reaffirms its commitment to power the expansion of Samsung Electro-Mechanics Philippines Corporation’s (SEMPHIL) manufacturing plant in Calamba, Laguna. Joining Pangilinan (front row, L-R) are Meralco Executive Vice President and COO Ronnie L. Aperocho and SEMPHIL Vice President for Head Office Support Kyutaeck Park. Also, present (back row, L-R) are Meralco AVP and Head of Enterprise-Industrial Victor L. Risma IV, Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand O. Geluz, First Vice President and Head of Customer Retail Services Charina P. Padua, Vice President and Head of Enterprise and National Government Ma. Cecilia M. Domingo, along with SEMPHIL executives Young Kwon Kim, Myungrae Cho, and Baejeom Yi. | Photo: Meralco

This collaboration will address the increased power demand of the facility, enabling SEMPHIL to enhance its production capabilities.

Meralco has already initiated technical discussions to ensure that the new power requirements for the expansion will be met. The project is expected to become operational within the next few years, providing stable and reliable electricity crucial for SEMPHIL's operations.

The upgraded power infrastructure will support the plant's manufacturing of essential electronic components such as Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC), Tantalum Capacitors, Inductors, and Chip Resistors, which are vital for the production of modern electronic devices like smartphones, PCs, and LED TVs.

This development underscores Meralco’s commitment to supporting the growth of the semiconductor and electronics sectors in the Philippines, which are pivotal to the country's economic growth and development.

“We are dedicated to powering industries that drive progress and innovation,” said Meralco Chairman and CEO Manuel V. Pangilinan, highlighting the company’s dedication to enabling industrial expansion through dependable energy solutions.

The partnership reflects SEMPHIL's significant contributions to the Philippine economy, with reportedly over ₱25 billion in investments and exports surpassing USD 80 million. With a workforce of around 7,000 employees,

SEMPHIL continues to be recognized as a top employer and a key player in the electronics manufacturing industry.

As the largest electric power distribution company in the Philippines, Meralco’s collaboration with SEMPHIL reinforces its role in fostering industrial growth and supporting the country's journey towards becoming a global hub for electronics manufacturing.