27/09/2025
PATEROS CDT INFOCUS: WHO IS GIANCARLO CAPCO PATEROS FILIPINO TECHNOLOGIST?
Giancarlo Capco is a Filipino technologist, entrepreneur, and inventor known for developing defense and survival technologies in the Philippines. He is the founder and CEO of Calriger Industries and related ventures, based in Pateros.
Entrepreneurship and inventions
Calriger Industries: Capco founded this company, which develops Filipino-made technologies for the defense industry, renewable energy, and disaster preparedness. The company is known for its "SolarRev" line of solar-powered generators, some of which are advertised as bulletproof. Calriger also develops technology for military operations, search and rescue missions, and cyber defense.
Pateros Center for Defense and Technologies: This entity, led by Capco, develops Filipino military technologies in Pateros. The center focuses on local innovation and sharing blueprints of inventions for free with Filipinos.
SAV Unit: In 2006, Capco invented the "SAV Unit," a solar-ready water vending machine. The invention earned him international recognition when he represented the Philippines at the Harvard Business School's "Build It" program.
Philippine Army collaboration: Calriger Industries has collaborated with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to produce and provide military equipment, including the SolarRev military power banks.
Educational background and early recognition
Far Eastern University: Capco graduated from Far Eastern University with a degree in Commerce, Major in Business Management.
Student leadership: He was recognized as one of the Ten Outstanding Senior Students and held multiple awards for being an outstanding organization president. He was also named the Outstanding YMCA Student Leader in 2005.
Best Entrepreneurship Student: In 2006, the Philippine government named him the "Best Entrepreneurship Student" for his inventions.
Recent activities
Free technology sharing: Capco has continued his mission to empower local Filipino talent by sharing the blueprints of Calriger's technologies with the public.
Patriot Defense Program: He is involved with this initiative, which aims to prepare Filipinos with defensive skills and knowledge for survival and rescue situations during calamities and conflict.
Continued development: As of 2025, Capco remains active in developing new military and defense technologies and providing training to the Philippine Army and other organizations.
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Research by Pateros Center for Defense and Technologies