ACMobility brings EV power to Pagudpud
‘ACMobility has always believed in the power of partnerships.’
TWO EVs charge side by side at ACMobility’s newest station in Pagudpud, now the northernmost link in the Philippine EV Spine Network.
Photographs courtesy of ACMobility
ACMobility, leader of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions and infrastructure in the Philippines, has launched its farthest electric vehicle charging station to date in the northernmost town of Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. Done in partnership with the power distribution utility (DU) company, Ilocos Norte Electric Cooperative Inc. (INEC), the new charging station serves as ACMobility’s first-of-its-kind collaboration with a DU, signaling new progress on the country’s EV infrastructure brought together by a public-private venture.
“ACMobility has always believed in the power of partnerships. Working with INEC on this endeavor allows us to provide convenient and sustainable mobility solutions to more Filipinos,” said Carla Buencamino, head of mobility infrastructure of ACMobility. “As this new station opens doors for many communities in the far north, it brings the country one step closer to a more connected and electrified future.”
ACMOBILITY’s DC fast charger in Pagudpud delivers up to 120kW, part of the growing EV Spine network aimed at easing long-distance travel across the country.
Strategically located at the Agua Grande Mini Hydro Power Plant in Barangay Panziann, the INEC EV Charging Station is Ilocos Norte’s first electric vehicle charging station, marking a significant milestone in the region’s development efforts. It houses one DC station with two charge points, designed to cater to locals, travelers, and tourists alike.
The station is also reliably powered by Masinloc Power Partners Co. Ltd. (MPPCL) and GNPower Dinginin Ltd. Co. (GNPD), both of which ensure stable and efficient energy delivery to Filipinos traveling through the region. Coupled with INEC’s capability as a DU, the station underscores the strategic role of electric cooperatives in supporting high-capacity charging infrastructure. As DUs are proven to be well-positioned to host fast-charging DCs nationwide, this partnership sets a strong precedent and progress toward achieving a more robust future for the country’s EV infrastructure development.
Ilocos Norte, renowned for its stunning beaches, rich heritage, and cultural landmarks, serves as a vibrant hub of local activities and diverse tourist experiences. This makes the region a prime spot to build an extensive infrastructure that would put electrification within a wider reach. With the INEC EV Charging Station, tourists and locals can confidently travel from the city proper up to the farthest neighboring provinces without worry.
