Glynn, USA and Zurich, Switzerland, September 10, 2024 – Hotel guests are increasingly arriving in electric vehicles. The majority of those choose hotels based on whether they offer EV Charging services or not. Until now, integrating EV Charging into hospitality offerings has been expensive and complicated: controlling charger access, guest authentication, software upgrading, integration with hotel service platforms, secure payment, and 24/7 guest support are hassles hotel operators would rather do without.
Why not outsource EV Charging services to the experts?
Stay-N-Charge simplifies EV charging for hospitality operators by providing a customized, subscription-based service that eliminates the hassle and high costs. By providing all charging hardware, software, security, integration and 24/7 guest support to hotels, attractive and flexible EV Charging solutions are provided off-the-shelf. Based on LEGIC’s end-to-end security platform which is already used in countless high-security applications such as airport, police headquarters and bank access control, secure guest access, authentication and payment are ensured to protect businesses and customers. Charging stations are accessed via smartcard and mobile app with full support for multi-factor authentication as well as biometric user verification.
Tailored to individual needs
Stay-N-Charge offers a range of scalable EV charging solutions, tailored to meet the specific needs of each hotel. This includes designing and installing the ideal combination of features for each property. Operators have complete control over charging rates, times and user access via a user-friendly interface that requires zero technical expertise. Stay-N-Charge provides comprehensive management tools and data-driven insights to help maximize revenue and enhance guest satisfaction. With seamless integration into existing systems and infrastructure, hotels can have their EV charging solutions up and running within days.
Stay-N-Charge offers a Search Platform where guests can easily find and book hotels with EV chargers (currently available in the USA only). Systems can also be customized for installation at multi-family homes, offices, cafes, retail and convenience stores.
Unparalleled security
Based on LEGIC’s end-to-end Security Platform which employs the most secure commercially available encryption technology, no vulnerable attack points exist between user, charging station, network and cloud. The system also integrates with a blockchain-based option using SSI (Self-Sovereign Identity) to give users complete control of their personal information without involvement of third-party governments or corporations. This gives additional assurance to hotel operators as they do not need to be involved in the storage or management of personal guest data.
“Stay-N-Charge was founded to address the business and operating challenges surrounding the mass deployment of EV charging infrastructure. The solution sets unlocked through our partnership with LEGIC will open up the next iteration of integration into existing systems that will significantly improve the user experience while reducing barriers to deployment,” said Tony Booth, Founder and CEO of Stay-N-Charge, “These integrations will allow semi-private host properties to leverage existing systems to provide a seamless EV charging experience to their users. We look forward to working with LEGIC as we deploy simplified EV charging solutions around the globe.”
“We are excited to enable the expansion of EV Charging solutions around the world, with LEGIC being the security anchor,” said Felix Pütz, Business Unit Head for Mobility Solutions at LEGIC, “Stay-N-Charge’s innovative approach makes EV Charging solutions simple to integrate with existing and new application areas. We are excited to support Stay-N-Charge in simplifying user journeys for EV drivers while making charging convenient and secure.”
How does the process work?
Stay-N-Charge partners with hotels to develop the perfect EV charging solution tailored to their specific needs. They assist in preparing the infrastructure once the optimal system is determined. After the site is prepared, Stay-N-Charge installs and networks the chargers, ensuring the system is operational quickly. For more information, contact info@stayncharge.com
Stay-N-Charge to demonstrate and present at connect24 in Zurich
As a LEGIC Partner, Stay-N-Charge will showcase and demonstrate their EV Charging solution at LEGIC’s premier annual event, connect24 in Zurich, Switzerland during 12-13 September 2024. Their SSI-based solution incorporates security components from LEGIC partner PassiveBolt, who developed the SSI-Library for LEGIC’s SM-6310 Security Module, Dwarpaal, who managed PCB manufacturing and integrated the SM-6310 with a hotel lock and EV Charger, and AccuLock, who supplied the hotel lock.
About Stay-N-Charge
Stay-N-Charge offers a range of EV charging solutions, tailored to meet your specific needs. They collaborate closely with their partners to identify and implement the best configuration for each unique property. www.getstayncharge.com
Contacts
Stay-N-Charge
Tony Booth
Founder and CEO
www.getstayncharge.com
tonyb@stayncharge.com
LEGIC Identsystems AG
Natascha Marty
Corporate Communications Manager
LEGIC Identsystems Ltd
www.legic.com
natascha.marty@legic.com