Waitomo Energy Services
Customer Trust
Keeping energy in local hands.
WESCT owns 100% of The Lines Company (TLC) on behalf of our beneficiaries — the community. Keeping our electricity network in local hands and working for the good of the people who live here, now and into the future.
10,000 beneficiaries
Approximately 10,000 beneficiaries across Te Kūiti, Ōtorohanga, Piopio, Mangakino, and Mōkau.
100% owned
The Lines Company is 100% owned by the Waitomo Energy Services Customer Trust, which appoints directors to manage the Company.
6 elected trustees
Every 4 years, beneficiaries vote to elect 3 Trustees. The next election is in 2026.