UNELCO is a private limited company with a share capital of Vatu 525,773,650 operating in Vanuatu since 1939.

Through a Power Concession Agreement and a Potable Water Concession Agreement with the Government of Vanuatu, UNELCO is :

  • Producer and distributor of electrical energy on the island of Efate.
  • Producer and distributor of drinking water in the urban centre of Port-Vila (Efate).

A pioneer in renewable energy in Vanuatu, UNELCO is committed to providing essential services with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Our Missions

As a public utility, UNELCO is committed to :

  • Guarantee the continuity of electricity in your homes and businesses.
  • Ensuring energy quality and improving the country's energy autonomy by promoting renewable energies.
  • Providing a continuous supply of drinking water.

To achieve these objectives, we are constantly investing in extending, strengthening, modernising and securing our infrastructure, while anticipating the country's economic development.

Our human, material and financial resources are entirely dedicated to providing the best possible service, in compliance with international standards

Our Commitments

  • 24-hour service : To meet your needs at all times.
  • Strengthening networks : Continuous improvement of infrastructure to anticipate future development.
  • Social and community responsibility: Support for cultural, sporting and educational projects.
  • Promoting local energies: Exploiting renewable energies for greater autonomy and savings.
  • Informing customers: Advice on tariffs, managing consumption, safety and the dangers of electricity.

Key Figures


UNELCO Key Figures 2023

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