Press release

Working with Manawa Energy and Prime Energy to ensure managed resolution for customers

  • Consumers
  • Retail

The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko (Authority) is working with Manawa Energy and Prime Energy to come to a managed resolution for its customers in relation to the recent termination of Prime Energy’s electricity supply and services agreement with Manawa Energy.

“As the regulator, our priority is ensuring no disconnections take place and that a resolution is effectively managed for impacted customers,” says Authority Chief Executive Sarah Gillies.

The regulator has worked with Manawa Energy and Prime Energy to ensure continuity of supply to customers.

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