27K Swedish apartments connected via LoRaWan
- July 15, 2024
- Michael Nadeau

LoRaWAN network operator Netmore Group has announced an agreement with Stena Fastigheter, a Swedish real estate company, to implement LoRaWAN technology across Stena’s property portfolio. Stena plans to leverage this initiative to enhance energy efficiency and digital capabilities of its real estate operations.
The project will deploy Netmore’s LoRaWAN connectivity to apartments across Stockholm, Malmö, and Gothenburg. A large number of LoRaWAN gateways will support Stena’s rollout of submetering (IMD) and temperature/humidity sensors, including up to approximately 42,900 meters and sensors.
The primary energy optimization applications include sub-metering enabled by the deployment of water meters, along with temperature and humidity sensors. This technology is expected provide residents with better quality of living due to more comfortable and sustainable living environment.
“By equipping our properties with meters and sensors, we can constantly align with the consumption patterns of the buildings and the needs of our tenants, while ensuring that any excess consumption is minimized,” said Peter Mikulic, head of digital transformation at Stena Fastigheter, in a press release.
“We are now entering a phase where LoRaWAN becomes the natural choice of access technology for property owners,” said Eric Collinder, country manager Nordics at Netmore Group, in a press release. “[Stena Fastigheter is] a prime example of this, opting to equip their portfolio with Netmore LoRaWAN. Providing connectivity for solutions of this scale aligns well with our strategic goals and reflects our established expertise in the property sector.”
Stena’s LoRaWAN project allows for the deployment of additional technological applications in real estate management in the future, demonstrating the versatility of Netmore’s LoRaWAN solutions. These applications include:
- Water leak detection: Sensors to identify and alert about water leaks, preventing damage and conserving water.
- HVAC system monitoring: Advanced monitoring and control of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for optimal energy use and resident comfort.
- Waste management optimization: Intelligent waste collection solutions to optimize resource use and reduce environmental impact.
- Smoke detection: Deployment of smoke detectors for enhanced safety and rapid response in case of fire.
- Radon measurement: Use of radon measuring devices to monitor and ensure healthy indoor air quality.