LIBERTY LAKE, Wash., June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water, is working together with Watercare Services<\/a>, New Zealand\u2019s largest water and wastewater utility, to modernize their water network by upgrading its existing mechanical meters with 100,000 Itron Intelis wSource<\/a> digital water meters, as part of Watercare\u2019s plan to connect almost half a million smart meters in total across the Auckland region. This deployment represents one of the largest smart water metering upgrades in New Zealand and will give Watercare Services greater visibility into its network to accelerate leak detection and improve billing accuracy.<\/p>\n This digital transformation project supports Watercare\u2019s broader technology programme to modernize Auckland\u2019s water network and improve how data is used to manage assets, customer use and leak detection. With the integration of advanced sensors and analytics, Itron\u2019s solution positions Watercare to meet the evolving needs of its customers while improving resiliency.\u00a0<\/p>\n Itron\u2019s Intelis wSource meters use an NB-IoT network to deliver frequent and highly accurate consumption data. Built to operate for 15 years with minimal maintenance, even in Auckland\u2019s harsh marine environment, the meter provides reliable data transmission and long-lasting durability. Together, these capabilities will help improve operations, lower costs and create a more sustainable network.<\/p>\n \u201cWe\u00a0continue to\u00a0identify\u00a0new ways to conserve and\u00a0protect\u00a0the\u00a0world\u2019s most\u00a0vital water resources.\u00a0In support of\u00a0New Zealand\u2019s 2025\u00a0Water Services (Wastewater Environmental Performance Standards)<\/a>, our\u00a0goal is\u00a0to\u00a0enable utilities, such as Watercare Services, to\u00a0reduce real water losses across\u00a0their\u00a0network,\u201d\u00a0said\u00a0Justin Patrick, senior vice president of Device Solutions at Itron.\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cThe Intelis\u00a0wSource water meter will\u00a0eliminate\u00a0manual meter reads, support\u00a0efficient operations, provide infrastructure insights\u00a0and\u00a0strengthen\u00a0the utility\u2019s future infrastructure resiliency.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n About Itron Itron\u00ae<\/sup>, the Itron Logo, and Intelis are registered trademarks of Itron, Inc. in the United States and other countries and regions. All third-party trademarks are property of their respective owners and any usage herein does not suggest or imply any relationship between Itron and the third party unless expressly stated.<\/p>\n For additional information, contact:<\/p>\n Itron, Inc.
<\/strong>Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live and thrive. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n
<\/strong>Alison Mallahan
Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
509-891-3802
PR@Itron.com<\/a><\/p>\n
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