On October 22, 2025, Itron, Inc. announced the launch of its Gen6™ network platform and the latest release of its UtilityIQ® (UIQ) application suite, marking a significant evolution of its Intelligent Connectivity portfolio. The new platform extends cellular connectivity, both public and private, to endpoints alongside mesh under UtilityIQ, enabling cross‑device and cross‑vendor distributed intelligence interoperability. By integrating battery‑powered mesh technology for gas and water devices, the Gen6 platform expands network reach and resilience in previously unserviceable locations.
UtilityIQ’s new version supports more than 300 unique device types from nearly 100 manufacturers, making it the universal headend for Itron’s ecosystem. The platform is backward compatible with Gen5 and earlier mesh networks, allowing utilities to integrate next‑generation devices into existing deployments without costly infrastructure changes. Distributed intelligence is added to Itron’s Network Interface Card (NIC) platform, providing greater deployment flexibility and real‑time data processing at the edge.
The Gen6 network platform and updated UtilityIQ will be available in Q4 2025. Initial Itron products featuring Gen6 include the Gen5 500G ERT Module, Gen5 500W ERT Module, Intelis Gas Meter, Intelis 250 Gas Meter, and Intelis 425 Gas Meter, all of which can be upgraded to Gen6 battery‑mesh via over‑the‑air updates. The Cellular 500G and 500W Modules will support Gen6 cellular connectivity and launch in Q1 2026, with additional Itron and third‑party electric meters expected to follow soon.
The launch positions Itron to offer utilities a single, open platform that supports a broad ecosystem of equipment vendors, reducing integration costs and accelerating time‑to‑value for new deployments. By enabling greater flexibility and interoperability, the Gen6 platform strengthens Itron’s competitive moat in the smart grid market and opens new revenue opportunities across its Device Solutions, Networked Solutions, and Outcomes segments. Investors view the expansion as a strategic investment in future‑proofing infrastructure and a catalyst for long‑term growth.
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