August 11, 2025 | 12:00am
MANILA, Philippines — Tycoon Ramon Ang’s San Miguel International Energy Holdings Corp. (SMGP) is investing round P3.2 billion to double the capability of its gasoline turbine energy plant in Zamboanga del Sur.
SMGP, by Malita Energy Inc., is looking for environmental clearance to develop the venture’s technology output to 56 megawatts (MW) by placing up an extra modular gasoline turbine plant fueled by diesel oil.
Positioned in Sangali in Zamboanga Metropolis, the venture goals to fulfill the rising energy demand throughout the Zamboanga Peninsula, the corporate mentioned in a submitting to the Division of Atmosphere and Pure Assets (DENR).
The gasoline turbine plant can be built-in into the facility grid by way of an interconnection to the Nationwide Grid Corp. of the Philippines’ present switching station located about 200 meters away from the venture website.
“The area experiences low voltage and unstable provide, particularly in Zamboanga Metropolis, resulting from lengthy, radial strains and lack of native energy technology,” Malita Energy mentioned.
The corporate mentioned the proposed venture overlaying over 14,200 sq. meters of land space is predicted to assist stabilize voltage and provide within the area, in addition to present quick-response energy.
“The venture additionally guarantees financial and social advantages, together with job creation throughout development, elevated tax revenues, improved social providers and attraction of latest companies resulting from dependable energy,” it emphasised.
Based mostly on the corporate’s tentative timeframe, the 56-MW facility is focused for testing and commissioning inside this quarter.
