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  • MB Century

    Company Overview

    MB Century, owned by the Māori Tūaropaki Trust

    Taupō, New Zealand

    1950

    Approximately 50 employees (source: linkedin.com).

    What They Do

    MB Century is a privately owned New Zealand-based renewable energy services company specializing in geothermal, hydro, hydrogen, and related sectors. With a rich history dating back to 1950, it began as a division of the New Zealand government's Ministry of Works focused on geothermal exploratory drilling (source: apacoutlookmag.com). Over the years, MB Century has evolved into a comprehensive provider of drilling, engineering, maintenance, and wireline services, becoming New Zealand's leading total solution energy service provider. The company has developed expertise in steamfield design, energy research and development, and operations both domestically and internationally (source: tuaropaki.com). Its core technology focus centers on geothermal energy throughout the full lifecycle, including drilling, reservoir logging, engineering design, and maintenance, while also diversifying into hydropower and hydrogen production to support broader renewable energy development (source: thinkgeoenergy.com).

    Projects & Track Record

    MB Century has been involved in several notable projects, including the detailed steamfield design for the Te Mihi Geothermal Power Station near Taupō, which is part of a $750 million Wairakei-Tauhara development supplying steam to a 45 MW plant (combined with Wairakei for a total output of 114 MW, powering over 110,000 homes) (source: powerinfotoday.com). The company also constructed the world's first wet steam power station in Taupō, marking a significant milestone in its early history. Additionally, MB Century played a crucial role in New Zealand's first green hydrogen plant through a joint venture with Tūaropaki and Obayashi, overseeing initial equipment reviews, HAZOP studies, power design, compliance, procurement, and ongoing operations and maintenance (source: apacoutlookmag.com). Current projects include drilling series on the Wairākei geothermal field in partnership with Contact Energy, geothermal development in Tuchung, Taiwan, and ongoing work in the Philippines, Indonesia, Kenya, and Japan for drilling and exploration (source: rnz.co.nz).

    Recent Developments

    In the last two years, MB Century has made significant strides in expanding its operations. The company announced the establishment of an office in Taiwan, which began in 2024, and is collaborating on a 7 MW geothermal plant in Tuchung with AUO/CPC, earning recognition through the 2024 ANZCham award (source: asiamediacentre.org.nz). Additionally, MB Century formed a branch in the Philippines for geothermal services and initiated the setup of a company in Indonesia to facilitate local training and talent recruitment. The company has secured geothermal work in Taiwan following site visits since 2019, including government-backed MOUs through GNS Science, and has partnered with Contact Energy for drilling operations starting in September 2023 (source: thinkgeoenergy.com).

    Working There

    MB Century offers a variety of roles primarily focused on geothermal drilling, wireline services, engineering design, downhole tool manufacturing, hydropower operations, and hydrogen project management. The company is particularly focused on hiring for its Taupō headquarters, with opportunities also available in its Philippines branch and forthcoming offices in Taiwan and Indonesia, emphasizing local talent recruitment and training (source: thinkgeoenergy.com). The company culture is deeply rooted in Māori values, emphasizing pono (right action), aroha (respect/humility), and kaitiakitanga (environmental guardianship), which are integrated into operations to promote ethical decision-making and community strengthening (source: apacoutlookmag.com). While specific benefits are not publicly documented, the company’s commitment to its values suggests a supportive work environment focused on people and environmental protection.

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