The next generation of berth and pitch services management is here: Rolec, a global manufacturer of outdoor electrical equipment, has announced an exciting new strategic partnership with Metpow, a pioneer in wireless utility management software.
This collaboration sets a benchmark for innovation in the industry. By integrating Rolec’s market-leading hardware with Metpow’s innovative LoRaWAN-enabled software, they’ve created an advanced system designed to simplify guest management and enable automated utility solutions, redefining how marinas and park site services are managed and optimised.
Rolec powered by Metpow gives marina managers and holiday/caravan park operators full control over electricity and water usage, reducing costs and improving efficiency. Guests and residents can easily track and pay for their consumption via the Metpow app, ensuring transparency and convenience for all. This streamlined management not only enhances business operations but also supports environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
Rolec’s robust and reliable hardware, complemented by Metpow’s advanced software capabilities, provides operators with a comprehensive solution to monitor and manage utility consumption remotely from any device. Constant connectivity without reliance on Wi-Fi or 4G ensures dependable and consistent performance even in challenging outdoor environments. The solution provides optimised utility management, transforming how energy and water consumption are monitored and controlled. Operators can set usage limits, automate billing, and receive instant alerts for potential concerns such as high consumption, ensuring swift action and uninterrupted service. The system boosts guest satisfaction by offering real-time insights, simplified payment options, and a superior user experience. Guests also benefit from a user-friendly app with virtual wallets, on-demand service controls, and multi-currency support, making it ideal for international travellers.
Metpow offers live visibility into electricity and water usage, which enables guests to make more informed choices, leading to tangible reductions in consumption. Early adopters have already demonstrated a significant decrease in guest energy usage simply through increased awareness. While each individual action may seem small, collectively, these behavioural shifts contribute to a meaningful reduction in overall resource demand, helping businesses operate more seamlessly while minimising their environmental impact.
Speaking on the partnership, Ed Jones, CEO & Co-Founder of Metpow, commented: “This partnership represents an exciting opportunity to bring cutting-edge wireless utility management to the marine and leisure industries. By integrating Metpow’s LoRaWAN-enabled metering technology with Rolec’s trusted infrastructure, we’re empowering operators with the control and insights they need to streamline operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and future-proof their sites.”
Holly Brown, Commercial Director at Rolec, added: “Sustainability drives our approach, providing intelligent solutions that help operators to reduce waste, optimise resource management, and support responsible consumption. By combining Rolec’s trusted hardware with Metpow’s formidable software solution, this advanced system gives site managers greater control over their utilities and services, improving efficiency and curbing operational costs, which is essential for the future of these industries. Together, this partnership accelerates progress, and we remain at the forefront of innovation in the field.”
The integrated Rolec-Metpow solution is set to launch in March 2025, with pilot installations and operator training happening now. Further developments this year include platform enhancements and additional sustainability-focused features, such as carbon offset tracking, scheduled for future releases.
