Monta and Curo Partner for Fleet EV Charging

Last week, Curo and Monta announced a new partnership to tackle one of the EV industry’s biggest challenges, which is charger underutilization. By integrating Curo’s Virtual Depot platform with Monta’s expansive EV charging network, the collaboration aims to boost access for fleet operators while helping charging site owners unlock new revenue opportunities.

The integration connects fleets directly with available charging infrastructure, transforming how fleets manage their electric operations. Fleets using Curo can now seamlessly locate and charge at Monta-powered sites across the U.S., optimizing both efficiency and uptime. For charging operators on Monta’s platform, the partnership delivers direct access to high-volume fleet demand, driving higher utilization rates and improved profitability.

Casper Rasmussen, CEO of Monta, highlighted that the partnership enables operators to monetize idle chargers while allowing fleets to electrify faster without the cost or delay of building new infrastructure. “This collaboration shows how smart integrations can simultaneously drive revenue growth and sustainability,” Rasmussen noted.

Powering the Future of EV Charging: How Monta is Transforming the Ecosystem

In the rapidly evolving electric vehicle landscape, software has become just as critical as hardware. Monta is positioning itself at the center of this shift, offering a comprehensive, scalable platform that connects drivers, charging operators, and energy assets to create a more efficient and sustainable EV charging ecosystem.

Monta provides end-to-end EV charging software that unifies operations, payments, analytics, and roaming. The company’s technology is trusted by over 1,000 operators across the United States and Europe and manages a vast portfolio of chargers.

Founded in Denmark in 2020, Monta has grown into a trusted and established leader in EV charging software. With operations in 13 global markets and a presence in 32 countries through strategic partners, Monta has been rapidly expanding across the United States since 2024 and is backed by $141 million in funding.

Monta Hub: The Command Center

Monta Hub serves as the control layer for operators, enabling them to monitor charger status, manage users and vehicles, set pricing rules, and oversee financial operations from one dashboard. It also supports features such as defining access rules, setting exclusive rates, and integrating subscription models for recurring revenue.

Charging Site and Access Management

Operators can manage individual sites and charger settings in detail. This includes establishing opening hours, access schedules, pricing groups, reservation windows, and queuing systems through Monta’s SmartQueue feature, which helps smooth out site throughput and increase availability.

Partner Services and APIs

Monta provides flexibility through its Partner API, allowing integrators and enterprises to build custom charging experiences within their own systems. The company also offers migration support, white-labeling, and feature customization to help operators transition from legacy systems with ease.

Driver App: Monta Charge

Monta supports drivers through its Monta Charge app, which allows users to locate chargers, view real-time pricing, initiate charging sessions, and track energy usage. The app offers schedule-based charging, home charger setup, and integration with vehicle systems to create a seamless charging experience.

Advanced Features: Dynamic Pricing, Roaming, and Plug and Charge

Monta enables dynamic and automated pricing, allowing operators to adjust rates based on time of use or market energy costs. Its roaming feature expands access by connecting Monta’s network to other charging networks, and its support for Plug and Charge, currently available in Europe, simplifies the user experience by allowing automatic authentication between vehicle and charger.

Challenges and Considerations, Outlook and Strategic Positioning

For charging operators, Monta helps increase utilization through better scheduling, pricing tools, and access to roaming demand. Fleet managers and site owners can monetize their locations without needing to invest in additional infrastructure or complex management systems. Drivers benefit from a simple, reliable charging experience that builds confidence in electric mobility. For the broader EV ecosystem, Monta’s platform provides the digital foundation needed for scale, interoperability, and stability.

Monta focuses on software and does not manufacture physical chargers, meaning its success depends on partnerships and hardware compatibility. Network reliability remains essential for the platform to perform optimally, and standardization efforts such as Plug and Charge rely on coordination among automakers and equipment providers. As Monta grows in the U.S., adapting to local regulations, pricing models, and energy markets will be key to its success.

Monta is establishing itself as a neutral technology platform that bridges the gap between fleets, operators, manufacturers, and energy systems. Its expansion into the U.S. market and continued investment in payments and operations demonstrate its ambition to become a key infrastructure enabler for North American charging networks. By combining operational control, financial management, and user experience under one system, Monta is addressing some of the most pressing challenges in EV charging: scale, utilization, and profitability.

Monta represents the next phase of EV charging, where intelligent software ensures that every charge point delivers maximum value for operators, fleets, and drivers alike.

Curo’s Innovative Virtual Depot Model

Kieran White, CEO and Co-Founder of Curo, emphasized that the company’s Virtual Depot model depends on partnerships with reliable technology leaders. “This collaboration gives fleets the ability to scale and distribute faster while giving operators a quicker path to profitability,” said White.

Curo is redefining how fleets access and scale electric vehicle infrastructure through its innovative Virtual Depot model. Instead of relying on costly, time-consuming construction of charging depots, Curo enables fleets to lease parking and charging spaces from the largest network of privately owned assets in the United States. This approach provides fleets with immediate access to charging-ready sites, allowing them to electrify faster while maintaining operational flexibility. By connecting fleets directly to underused real estate, Curo creates a distributed charging network that accelerates the transition to zero-emission transportation without requiring new infrastructure development.

For property owners, Curo’s model unlocks new revenue opportunities by transforming idle or underutilized spaces into income-generating charging hubs. The company reports that owners participating in the network can increase property revenue by up to five times. Through its technology-driven marketplace, Curo bridges the gap between the growing demand for fleet electrification and the limited supply of suitable charging sites. This scalable solution not only reduces the barriers to entry for fleets adopting EVs but also supports communities and businesses in creating more efficient, sustainable mobility ecosystems.