Ownership Models

Infrastructure. Without the capital barrier.

Six commercial models designed to match your financial position and operational goals. From full ownership to zero upfront.

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Our Ownership Models

Six ways to deploy.
One decision.

Whether capital is ready to deploy or every pound of CapEx needs protecting, there's a model that aligns with your strategy.

01
Client-Owned Infrastructure Long-term control, lowest total cost of ownership
Full

Organisations seeking long-term control and the lowest total cost of ownership over the asset lifecycle.

Included
  • Full ownership and control of assets
  • Lowest total cost of ownership over time
  • Maximum flexibility in operation and expansion
  • Neutron delivers design, installation, and ongoing support
To Consider
Higher upfront capital investment required. Long-term asset management responsibility rests with the client.
02
CaaS — Zero Upfront Rapid deployment, no capital commitment required
Zero

Customers with limited capital or requiring rapid deployment. Neutron finances, owns, and operates the infrastructure.

Included
  • Zero or minimal upfront cost
  • Fast deployment with reduced financial risk
  • Fully managed — maintenance, monitoring, upgrades included
  • Predictable OPEX — simple monthly or usage-based fee
To Consider
Long-term costs may exceed full ownership. Less direct control over the assets.
03
Joint Venture / Concession Large-scale or strategic programmes, shared risk and reward
Shared

Large-scale or strategic programmes. Neutron co-invests and co-develops, sharing both risk and long-term reward.

Included
  • Reduced capital burden — Neutron co-invests
  • Access to private investment and deep operational expertise
  • Aligned long-term partnership — incentives are shared
  • Suitable for public-sector and concession frameworks
To Consider
More complex commercial structure. Shared decision-making on key operational matters.
04
Hybrid — Flexible Ownership Balance of control and reduced upfront cost
Reduced

Customers seeking balance. You retain ownership of key site assets; Neutron provides and operates the charging systems.

Included
  • Up to 40–60% lower upfront cost than full ownership
  • Client retains control over grid connection and civils
  • Flexible and scalable — expand without replacing core assets
  • Clear split of operational responsibilities from day one
To Consider
Requires clearly defined responsibilities between parties. Coordination on site works and energy connection.
05
Finance Lease Eventual ownership, costs spread over 3–7 years
Low initial

Organisations that want eventual asset ownership without committing full capital upfront. Fixed monthly payments over 3–7 years, ownership transfers at agreement end.

Included
  • Spread cost over 3–7 years with fixed monthly payments
  • Full asset ownership transfers at end of agreement
  • Eligible for UK capital allowances and full expensing
  • Conserves working capital while building a long-term asset base
To Consider
Total cost over term is higher than outright purchase. Subject to credit assessment. Interest element not capital allowance eligible.
06
Energy-as-a-Service (PPA) Pay per kWh — full microgrid installed and managed by Neutron
Zero

Sites with available rooftop or land. Neutron installs and owns the microgrid and charging infrastructure — you pay only for energy consumed at a fixed agreed rate.

Included
  • Zero upfront cost — Neutron funds and installs everything
  • Fixed energy rate — predictable cost, insulated from grid price rises
  • Full microgrid — solar, storage, and charging — fully managed
  • All assets transfer to you at no cost at contract end
To Consider
Requires suitable space for renewable generation. Site access licence granted to Neutron for contract duration.
Financial Outcomes

What does each model cost?

Indicative scenarios based on typical fleet depot deployments. Actual figures depend on site capacity, utilisation, and energy strategy.

← Zero CapEx Full CapEx →
CaaS / PPA Hybrid Finance Full Ownership
£0
CaaS — Zero Upfront
Upfront
None required
Monthly cost
Fixed OPEX fee
Cost / kWh
Market rate
Balance sheet
Off — pure OPEX
Ownership
Neutron throughout
40–60%
Hybrid — CapEx Reduced
Upfront
40–60% lower
Monthly cost
Revenue share
Cost / kWh
Mid — shared margin
Balance sheet
Partial CAPEX
Ownership
Shared — client priority
3–7 yr
Equipment Finance
Upfront
Low deposit only
Monthly cost
Fixed repayments
Cost / kWh
Low after payoff
Balance sheet
CAPEX + allowances
Ownership
Client — end of term
4–7 yr
Fully Owned
Upfront
Full CapEx
Monthly cost
Maintenance only
Cost / kWh
Lowest lifecycle
Balance sheet
Full CAPEX asset
Ownership
Client — day one

Indicative ranges only. Exact costs depend on site configuration, energy consumption profile, and contract terms.

Tax & Accounting

The structure that suits
your balance sheet.

Each model carries different accounting and tax treatment. Understanding this can significantly affect the real cost of deployment.

OPEX Off balance sheet — payments fully deductible
CaaS / Operating Lease
100% OPEX — preserves balance sheet ratios
  • Monthly payments fully deductible as operating expense
  • No depreciation charges — simplifies accounts
  • Preserves debt capacity and covenant headroom
PPA — Energy-as-a-Service
Pure energy cost — no asset liability during term
  • Energy payments fully deductible as operating expenditure
  • No asset on balance sheet during contract term
  • Assets transfer at nil cost at end — potential deferred tax consideration
Joint Venture (SPV)
SPV structure — proportional consolidation
  • Assets held in SPV — only your equity share consolidated
  • Revenue and costs shared per agreed equity split
  • Bespoke tax structuring available — adviser recommended
CAPEX On balance sheet — capital allowances available
Fully Owned
Capital asset — full expensing eligible
  • UK full expensing — 100% first-year capital allowance
  • Asset held on balance sheet at cost less depreciation
  • VAT fully reclaimable on commercial use
Equipment Finance / Hire Purchase
Spread cost, retain capital allowances
  • Capital element eligible for capital allowances from day one
  • Interest element tax deductible as finance cost
  • Asset capitalised on balance sheet — ownership at final payment
Hybrid Ownership
Mixed treatment — depends on structure
  • Client-owned assets eligible for capital allowances
  • Revenue-share element treated as operating income/cost
  • Accounting treatment depends on contract structure — adviser recommended

Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances. We recommend seeking independent accounting and tax advice for your specific position.

Regardless of Model

Every model comes
with the full Neutron stack.

The ownership structure changes. The infrastructure quality doesn't.

01
High-Performance Infrastructure
AC wallbox to MW-scale DC fast charging — every product in the Neutron range.
02
Integrated Energy Systems
Battery storage, solar PV integration, and smart energy management built in.
03
Electron Cloud Platform
Advanced monitoring, scheduling, and control via our CMS and EMS software.
04
Full Lifecycle Support
Installation, commissioning, maintenance, and long-term optimisation.
Lower Total Cost

Cost optimisation
built into the design.

Regardless of ownership model, Neutron's architecture is engineered to reduce total cost through intelligent design choices — not just pricing structures.

Lower energy losses
HV Direct Connection
11 kV+ grid connection eliminates LV transformer losses and reduces energy costs per kWh over the asset lifetime.
Reduced demand charges
Smart Load Management
Dynamic load sharing across terminals reduces peak demand charges — often the largest hidden cost in depot charging.
Avoided grid upgrades
Battery Integration
Charge overnight at off-peak rates, avoid costly grid upgrades, and unlock revenue via grid services (FFR, BM).
Improved ROI
High Utilisation by Design
Satellite terminal architecture ensures infrastructure scales with fleet size without over-investing in power capacity upfront.
Growth Without Capital Lock-in

Start with one site.
Scale to a network.

Neutron's modular architecture and commercial frameworks are designed to grow with your fleet — without requiring a new capital decision at every stage.

1
Pilot site — 1 to 5 chargers
Validate utilisation, energy costs, and operational fit with minimal commitment. CaaS or Equipment Finance recommended.
2
Depot rollout — 10 to 50 chargers
Add satellite terminals to existing Master Units — no core infrastructure replacement. Shared DC bus absorbs expansion at low marginal cost.
3
Multi-site programme — 5 to 50 locations
Framework agreement locks pricing and deployment timelines across all sites. JV or Hybrid structures available for programme-level capital efficiency.
4
National network — 50+ locations
Strategic partnership with Neutron co-investment, energy trading revenue, and a unified CMS platform across the entire estate.
Technology refresh
Hardware upgrades built into agreements
CaaS and Equipment Finance agreements include defined technology refresh pathways — ensuring your infrastructure stays current without a full replacement cycle.
Cash flow advantage
Convert CapEx to predictable OPEX
Monthly payments scale with your deployment — not your forecast. Free capital for fleet procurement, facilities, and core operations while EV infrastructure pays for itself.
Revenue generation
Your chargers earn while they're idle
Grid services (FFR, BM), public charging revenue, and solar arbitrage can offset total ownership cost — in some scenarios covering it entirely.
Build Your Financial Model

The right model doesn't just fund your infrastructure — it improves your business case.

Tailored financial modelling based on your fleet size, site capacity, energy usage, and growth plans. Our engineering team works through the numbers with you.

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