Mannheim/Ludwigshafen, 17 December 2025: Power Plus Communications AG (PPC) and its subsidiary Coms4Grid, together with Pfalzwerke Netz AG, have successfully launched a large-scale WAN-as-a-Service project. The rollout began in early October 2025 and marks an important step towards the digitalisation of the energy infrastructure in Rhineland-Palatinate.
The first 1,000 WAN-as-a-Service endpoints were already put into operation in 2025. Further expansion is proceeding rapidly: the connection of 15,000 endpoints is planned for 2026. Currently, 5,000 units are being installed.
In a preparatory workshop on site, the technicians from Pfalzwerke Netz AG were given specific training on the installation steps and possible technical challenges. Coms4Grid not only provides the necessary BPL hardware and connection accessories, but is also responsible for the technical connection to the gateway administrator (GWA) – a contribution that significantly reduces the installation effort. Through additional services, Coms4Grid ensures professional powerline installation and thus smooth and reliable operation. The PPC network management system (NMS) is used for network monitoring, allowing real-time monitoring of the entire BPL infrastructure of the latest Nessum Generation 6 and SMGW connection. Installers can access the NMS via the NMS Connector app.
The rollout covers the Vorderpfalz region in the Palatinate Forest and Donnersberg district, including Römerberg, Limburgerhof, Harthausen, Kandel, Eußerthal, Trippstadt, Bann, Contwig and Rockenhausen. Coms4Grid and Pfalzwerke Netz AG are thus creating a high-performance communications infrastructure for the ever-growing demands of modern energy networks. Roland Klaiber, Managing Director of Coms4Grid, says: ‘The guaranteed high connectivity of more than 90% for the SMGWs in the basement strengthens the efficiency and resilience of the rollout. The technological basis and the good cooperation with Pfalzwerke Netz AG and Voltaris guarantee a successful rollout.’
