Regional but Big on Transport: Electrify Wairarapa

The Electrify Wairarapa Conference at the Copthorne Hotel in Masterton last weekend was a resounding success, drawing significant attention to innovations in electrical heavy transport, new battery energy storage systems, and energy solutions for remote communities. The event provided a platform for Thundergrid to showcase how our technologies can solve the pressing challenges these industries face.

Thundergrid Advances with EcoVadis Platinum Sustainability Medal for Landis+Gyr

Thundergrid continues to strengthen its mission of providing future-proof, end-to-end solutions, following the announcement that its parent company, Landis+Gyr, was awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Platinum Sustainability Medal in September 2024. "This achievement is a significant milestone for our industry, where manufacturing, devices, and solutions are all subject to rigorous sustainability reviews," said Jonathan Zukerman, COO and Co-Founder of Thundergrid | A Landis+Gyr Company. "As part of Landis+Gyr, we are incredibly proud to see this recognition of our ongoing sustainability efforts."

Māori Language week: EV Charging in Te Reo Māori

Thundergrid first company to supply indigenous language version to their chargers.

The Thundergrid network has proudly introduced its first EV chargers equipped with Māori language support. This significant milestone marks the successful completion of a long-term collaborative project between Transpower, Ngati Tahu-Ngati Whaoa Runanga Trust, Huia Publishers, Te Taura Whiri i Te Reo Māori (the Māori Language Commission), and the initial users.

Māori Language week: EV Charging in Te Reo Māori

Thundergrid first company to supply indigenous language version to their chargers.

The Thundergrid network has proudly introduced its first EV chargers equipped with Māori language support. This significant milestone marks the successful completion of a long-term collaborative project between Transpower, Ngati Tahu-Ngati Whaoa Runanga Trust, Huia Publishers, Te Taura Whiri i Te Reo Māori (the Māori Language Commission), and the initial users.

Thundergrid at EEA in Christchurch
Huge Success and great opportunities

EEA a huge success for Thundergrid

Being at such a big conference like the EEA in Christchurch at the wonderful Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre sets high expectations for us as EV charging specialists serving business customers and private customers alike. We brought a Delta DC 50 KW charger, our beloved Inch Duo, the Inch Pro as well as two smart home charging options, the Inch Core, younger brother of the other Inches and the Teltocharge from Teltonika.

Happy World EV Day from Thundergrid!
Electric Vehicle Charging – Safe, Sustainable, and Smarter

As many people plan, research, and budget to buy an electric vehicle, they often overlook a crucial aspect: how to charge it efficiently and safely. World EV Day offers us at Thundergrid a fantastic chance to celebrate not just electric vehicles but smart EV charging! But what does that mean?

In the latest feature of MTA Magazine, Thundergrid's Jonathan Zukerman sheds light on the transformative impact of offering EV chargers for businesses. “Providing EV charging options for customers, staff, and your fleet can significantly enhance your business,” Zukerman explains, highlighting the environmental benefits, improved service, and increased attraction. MTA Magazine’s journalist, Gerald Rillstone, explored New Zealand’s EV landscape and visited Thundergrid’s Wellington headquarters.

The ERoad Fleet Day on August 7th, held at the expansive Mystery Creek in Hamilton, was a standout event this year, drawing a vibrant crowd from diverse backgrounds. With 1,000 tickets sold and around 50 exhibitors showcasing their expertise, the day was a resounding success. Thundergrid had the opportunity to highlight its EV charging solutions both at our stand and on a panel discussion alongside other industry experts.

What a great collaboration this has been – more proof that working together can create fabulous outcomes! Marlborough Community Vehicle Trust (MCVT) just started their electrification journey with a generous donation of a new electric vehicle (EV) from Marlborough Lines. In June, they unveiled their new EV and charging station at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim.It all happened with multiple sponsors like Hertz (charger), NMDHB (power & parking) and Aotea Marlborough (installation) coming together with the support of Thundergrid – Electric vehicle charging specialists. From now on residents who need medical care in the Upper South Island can be transported to their appointments sustainably and emission-free!

Over 50 interested visitors attended the successful FleetPartners NZ Event in Wellington on Thursday night. Besides the latest models of electric vehicles (EVs), Thundergrid | A Landis+Gyr Company and other exhibitors showcased the latest smart charging solutions. We saw a particular interest in our dynamic load management and clustering of chargers as well as in our end-to-end solution offerings and expertise with fleet management.

We are thrilled to announce that our EV expert Jonathan Parker will share his extensive knowledge as one of the panel speakers at the EV Infrastructure Summit in Australia. It takes place from 4-5 June 2024 at Daltone House in Sydney. “We are planning a scalable and cost-effective infrastructure solution for our clients and help them transition to meet their sustainability goals”, explains Jonny. Thundergrid | A Landis+Gyr Company’s stage approach meets the strategic needs of fleet managers, apartment developers, property owners and corporate customers alike.

Thundergrid has formally been acquired by Landis+Gyr – a publicly listed, leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions, headquartered in Switzerland.

Moore Wilson’s partnered with Thundergrid to offer faster charging for EV drivers in the Wellington region.

New Zealand’s electric vehicle charging network is getting a boost with New Zealand Green Investment Finance’s $1m investment in EV charger and network management company Thundergrid.

We have the expertise to guide you through your EV transformation strategy. Download our end-to-end roadmap and commence your electrification journey.

We’re ecstatic to share that several of our projects have received funding from the Government’s new-look Low Emission Transport Fund (LETF). This fund, administered by EECA, supports the demonstration and adoption of low emission transport technology, innovation and infrastructure to accelerate the decarbonisation of the New Zealand transport sector.

Simple to deploy EV Home Fleet Charging solutions. Many organisations who are moving fleets to electric find the costs to install central banks of chargers in their buildings prohibitive – triggering expensive power connection upgrades. Rolling out EV chargers in employees’ residential homes provides scalability. Thundergrid specialises in EV Home Fleet Charging solutions that are simple to deploy. Cost, HR, installation, health and safety, reimbursement and reporting are sorted, simply.

When you run the national high voltage transmission network across New Zealand, you naturally want to ensure whatever infrastructure you put in to charge your growing Electric Vehicle fleet doesn’t cause strain on your national grid (and your facilities).

In early 2020, Transpower installed 12 Thundergrid charge stations across both their Wellington Headquarters and Christchurch facilities.

Want to place several EV chargers in one building? Load management is CRITICAL

With the adoption of EVs growing exponentially, and more manufacturers committing to going all-electric in the coming years, charging electric vehicles poses a risk if not done correctly.

Smart, scalable EV chargers that manage power load automatically are essential.