Green logistics service provider Mober has entered into a landmark partnership with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to help advance national workforce training and development for the country's emerging electric vehicle (EV) sector.
With the support of the Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines (SCMAP), the partnership was formalized through a handshake ceremony at the TESDA Central Office in Taguig. Under this collaboration, education and training programs in specialized skills such as EV driving, EV maintenance, and customer service and assembly work will be developed and offered under TESDA, with Mober supporting end-to-end education delivery and providing clear pathways to employment in green logistics.
TESDA will ensure that all competencies meet national standards. Mober, in turn, will provide trainers, facilities, access to its operational EV fleet and industry expertise to provide trainees with practical experience in commercial EV operations and real-world logistics environments. This initiative positions Mober as a leading industry partner helping shape employment-ready EV workforce programs aligned with the country's long-term transportation and sustainability goals.
This partnership is part of Mober's broader commitment to being an industry leader in people care and inclusion. Its internationally recognized gender diversity campaign, Moovhar, promotes meaningful participation of women in the traditionally male-dominated logistics industry by creating more pathways into green jobs.
This initiative highlights the high workforce readiness of female TVET graduates. The latest report from TESDA showed that they recorded an extraordinary employment rate of 85.67%, beating the national average. By providing targeted support, Mober and TESDA aim to bridge the gender gap in tech industries by harnessing this highly capable talent pool.
Miguel Bermundo, Vice President of People and Sustainability at Mobar, said, “Mobar is serious about creating a new pipeline of skilled women professionals for the green economy. This is where we can truly contribute to nation building. As we grow our business, we are equally committed to strengthening the capabilities of our people. This is how we meet the needs of our global customers while growing responsibly, taking into account sustainable business practices and the country's social needs. Are.”
The partnership comes at a time when commercial EV adoption is accelerating across the Asia-Pacific region. According to industry research, the Asia-Pacific electric commercial vehicle market was valued at US$114 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach US$221 billion by 2029, growing at approximately 18% compound annual rate, driven by the increasing electrification of logistics fleets, urban delivery vehicles and public transportation systems.
“Having a partner like Mobar can help us localize the qualification standards found globally, and more importantly, create training pathways for our people,” TESDA Secretary/Director General Jose Francisco “Kico” Benitez said during the handshake ceremony.
Nelly Nita Dilera, CESO III, Deputy Director General at TESDA, said, “Through our partnership with Mober, we are especially excited about the work we do with women to skill them in EV driving, repair and maintenance. This partnership brings together education, local governance and industry – three pillars that, when aligned, create real pathways to employment, enterprise and community development.”
This year, Mober intends to enhance these training initiatives and expand its all-electric fleet, solidifying its position as the leading green logistics partner in the Philippines.
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