The barges are bunker C-fired diesel plants designed for peak load application, and will contribute to the country’s power supply needs.
Upon fully operational, the barges will have an aggregate deliverable generating capacity of 242MW.
The project aims to augment the tightening power supply in Mindanao next year.
AboitizPower intends to send one of the barges either to Nasipit, Agusan del Norte or Maco, Compostela Valley, where the company has docked 200MW power barge facilities, operated by Therma Marine.
Transfer of the power units are anticipated to commence by June 2012.
AboitizPower FVP-Mindanao Affairs, Bobby Orig said the company will remain to its commitment to the Mindanao people by providing a solution that will ensure that economic progress.
"By bringing in this facility, Mindanao is assured of continued supply of reliable and affordable power to fuel its economy and provide convenience to the people of Mindanao" added Orig.
