The completion of the Hermosa-San Jose 500kV transmission line strengthens the Luzon transmission backbone, ensuring a stable and reliable power flow from generation sources to the load centre, including Metro Manila.
This enhanced reliability minimizes the risk of power outages, benefiting residents and businesses. The project facilitates the integration of new bulk power generation from the Bataan area, fostering a more sustainable and robust energy supply for economic growth and development in the region. The project incorporates a new Hermosa 500kV substation, aiming to enhance voltage regulation and power transfer efficiency in the region.
This infrastructure upgrade ensures stable power quality and smooth electricity flow, providing benefits to consumers and industries reliant on a consistent power supply. Throughout the project's implementation, Skipper Limited emerged as a crucial contributor, supplying 7,392.13 metric tons of various 500kV towers. Notably, amidst the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, Skipper Limited also conducted load testing for two new tower types for the project. The towers were designed for wind-speed of 300 Kmph , and to withstand typhoon conditions.