Cuculus Selected for Largest Belgian Smart Metering Deployment

ILMENAU, Germany–(BUSINESS WIRE–

Eandis and Infrax undertook a joint tender process for the procurement
of ("AMM" systems. The competitive tender
relates to a Phase Two pilot that is expected to lead to a roll-out
across the networks of both companies. The pilot will see Eandis
roll-out up to 51,000 meters with Infrax installing 10,000 .
Eandis has 4 million meters and Infrax has one million meters already
installed in the Belgian market.

Under the terms of the contract Cuculus will implement its ZONOS
platform with Advanced Metering Management (AMM functionality. The
Eandis installation is based on its patented Power Line Communication
concept in combination with among others broadband and GPRS
communication , while Infrax' installation will communicate over
Infrax's cable network in combination with GPRS.

The ZONOS platform is a comprehensive Advanced Metering Management (AMM
and Meter Data Management (MDM system with attractive features that
makes it easy for utilities to implement and operate smart metering
while also providing the functionality to set-up and provide attractive
end-customer services based on smart metering data. The system is open
and works within the existing system infrastructure of a utility.

Both installations will manage and communicate with multi utility
controllers as well as meters from various manufacturers. Advanced
functionality, such as remote meter firmware upgrades is included in the
agreement. Meter readings and communication will take place at 15 minute
intervals (Gasmeters: 1 hour. Scalability, security and
interoperability were key factors in the tender process. Eandis and
Infrax also require that all systems are fully scalable in order that
their chosen partner is able to roll-out across their networks, subject
to a successful Phase Two pilot.

"We are delighted to
have won this contract. Eandis and Infrax have conducted a comprehensive
tender where we have been able to demonstrate the capabilities and
advantages of our platform. We see the award as a major step outside our
home market and are pleased to have been given the opportunity to work
with Eandis and Infrax on their innovative smart metering deployment. "

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About Cuculus GmbH:

Cuculus helps utilities deliver Smart Metering by connecting electric,
gas and water meters to ZONOS, a robust IT platform that can be
integrated with utilities existing back-end systems. The Company has
also developed the infrastructure and products required to support the
management of home appliances ("Home Control" for utilities and
Internet Service Providers (ISPs. The ZONOS platform is open and vendor
independent thus making it possible to work with the meters and
communication structure of choice. The system is scalable and can be
implemented as a managed service or running in a company's system
environment. This creates the opportunity for simple and cost effective
to roll out of services. The integration of smart metering and home
control furthermore provides opportunities for demand management and
other advanced services. The Company was spun out from Ilmenau
University of Technology and IDEO Laboratories GmbH in 2007.

About Eandis:

Eandis is an independent service company that operates the electricity
and natural gas distribution grid for the operators in Flanders
(Belgium: Gaselwest, IMEA, Imewo, Intergem, Iveka, Iverlek and
Sibelgas. Eandis plays a unique role in the energy landscape. Neutral
with respect to the sale of energy, they are the most important
operating centre for the distribution of energy in Flanders. In 239
municipalities, Eandis manages the distribution of energy for
electricity, natural gas and public lighting. They employ more than
4,200 people for the delivery of their services.

About Infrax:

Infrax is an independent service company that operates the electricity
and natural gas distribution grid for the distribution grid operators in
Flanders (Belgium: Infrax-Limburg, Infrax West, Iveg PBE.As
well as a network operator, they are also a social supplier of
electricity and natural gas for customers encountering payment
difficulties. They additionally function as a sewage system manager.
Infrax has 1,650 employees and are responsible for a cable network,
providing a range of support services for the 126 local authorities that
have entrusted one or more activities to them.

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Kjartan V.

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