Global solar energy company PROINSO has been appointed as the Engineering, Procurement and Management (EPM) provider for a 100 Megawatt (MW) solar farm project in Subic Bay, Philippines. According to mysubicbay.com, the Subic Bay Solar Farm Project will be the largest of its kind in South East Asia.
PROINSO’s involvement in the project is set to increase its penetration further in the highly competitive Asian photovoltaic (PV) market.
Stuart Macfarlane, Regional Head for Asia Pacific of PROINSO, commented: “The Subic Bay engagement is a complex project demanding a high level of capability support across many disciplines provided via our EPM program. Our EPM model is based on a collaborative approach working with local partners. This way, PROINSO is able to deliver world class renewable assets and also invest in the development of a strong local industry.”
The British-based company will be working in partnership with Asiacrest Marketing Corporation. The project will also allow PROINSO to increase its team in the Philippines to over 30 members.
Lawrence Plata, President and CEO of Asiacrest Marketing Corporation, added:” PROINSO’s stellar reputation in the Renewable Energy sector attracted Asiacrest to get on board. We are tapping experts from the UK, Spain and Australia to design and execute the project. These experts will also engage in a knowledge transfer programme to develop the skills of our young and dynamic team of local engineers.”
UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) in Manila extensively supported PROINSO’s entry into the Philippine market and British Embassy events such as the GREAT Campaign weekend and the Cities of the Future Exhibition have been key to PROINSO securing the Subic Bay contract.
