Meridian to use Etrel’s EV management system

Meridian Energy will deploy Etrel’s Ocean Charge Point Management System for the management and monetisation of Meridian’s public charging network across the country, especially for EV charging.

A Swiss Landis and Gyr e-mobility charging solutions business, Etrel has landed a software contract in New Zealand with Meridian Energy and supports EV deployment by focussing mainly on green energy sources.

Etrel sees its selection as a perfect match for Meridian, which generates electricity entirely from renewable sources – wind, water and sun.

Meridian wants to ensure its users have a smooth transition and experience using its EV charging network.

Ocean’s white-label app will help Meridian increase customer intimacy and build brand awareness while providing an outstanding charging experience.

Its extensive integration capabilities will allow Meridian to connect today’s service offering with its EV charging service, making it easier for its private and business customers to switch to EVs.

Meridian emerging markets and innovation lead Tim Calder is excited by the opportunity of working with Etrel to bring this software to the New Zealand market.

“We know driving electric vehicles is not only great for the environment but also a great experience and we want to make sure that using our EV charging network is no different,” says Calder.

“Partnering with Etrel means EV drivers using our charging network will be well supported and get that great experience especially across key moments like signing up, finding and using a charger and making payment.”

Etrel software sales head Rok Poteko says the company is proud is support Meridian’s EV charging network rollout.

“People are at the core of our e-mobility solutions – from the EV drivers who use our white-label app to our partners who manage their customers’ journey in the back-end system. We will enable Meridian to provide a seamless EV charging experience.”

Visit www.landisgyr.com or www.etrel.com for more information.