Montra Electric Partners with Steam-A to Boost EV Charging Network Efficiency

Key Highlights:

• Montra Electric partnered with Steam-A to improve its Powerdock charging network.
• The integration will reduce downtime and operational costs with AI-driven maintenance.
• The collaboration supports Montra’s growing electric SCV fleet, including the EVIATOR vehicle.
• Steam-A focuses on improving reliability and customer experience.
• Montra Electric is part of the Murugappa Group, a large conglomerate with over 83,500 employees.

Montra Electric partnered with Steam-A. They will integrate the Iris EV Charging Management Suite into the Powerdock network. This collaboration aims to improve the charging infrastructure. It will support Montra’s growing electric small commercial vehicle (SCV) operations. The integration will bring Steam-A's AI-driven predictive maintenance system and real-time monitoring to Montra's charging stations. This technology aims to reduce downtime, cut operational costs, and provide valuable analytics for ongoing service improvement.

Leadership Insights:

"We are strengthening our commitment to innovation and customer-first solutions. This collaboration will drive greater EV adoption while delivering a seamless experience for our customers," said Saju Nair, CEO of TIVOLT Electric Vehicles, Montra Electric's SCV division.

Vishwanath Surendiran, Co-founder of Steam-A, said the company aims to "deliver industry-leading standards of reliability and customer experience" through the partnership.

The partnership comes as Montra Electric expands its presence in the e-SCV market after launching its EVIATOR vehicle. The company has been working on developing the Powerdock network to support its growing customer base in commercial logistics.

India's EV charging infrastructure has been growing quickly to keep up with the rise in electric vehicle adoption. Industry analysts highlight that reliable charging networks are crucial for commercial fleet operators making the shift to electric vehicles, as downtime can directly affect business operations.

About Montra Electric

Montra Electric is a part of the Murugappa Group, a 124-year-old conglomerate with diverse business interests in agriculture, engineering, and financial services. The Murugappa Group includes nine listed companies, such as Carborundum Universal, CG Power & Industrial Solutions, and Cholamandalam Investment & Finance, among others. The group employs over 83,500 people and reported revenues of INR 77,881 crore. Montra Electric operates in the electric vehicle sector, providing mobility solutions across various segments, including heavy commercial vehicles, small commercial vehicles, three-wheelers, and tractors.

About Steam-A

Steam-A specializes in digital solutions for EV charging management, using data-driven optimization to enhance reliability and efficiency for charging station operators and fleet managers.

Also Read: Montra Electric Opens First e-SCV Dealership in Bengaluru, Expanding in Karnataka

CMV360 Says

The partnership between Montra Electric and Steam-A can be a good move for electric vehicles. It will improve EV charging reliability. Using AI for predictive maintenance will reduce downtime. This will make electric vehicles more reliable for businesses. It’s good to see companies focusing on customer experience. The EV market in India is growing, and this will support that growth.