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PowerDot Energy Leasing Co. Ltd. — Machine Vendor Programme
Deploy PowerDot power-bank rental machines at high-footfall locations, operate them on our real-time technology platform, and earn recurring revenue from every rental.
4
Vendor Categories
15+
eligible location types
10 steps
guided onboarding
Real-time
revenue reporting
A technology-driven business you can
start small and scale.
Why partner with PowerDot
Low space requirement
Machines fit into existing commercial locations — no new premises needed.
Recurring transactions
Revenue builds from repeated customer rentals, not one-off sales.
Technology enabled
Real-time backend monitoring gives you operational control from your dashboard.
Scalable model
Start with one machine and expand as returns come in.
Multiple locations
Build a network of machines across sites you manage.
Professional support
Structured onboarding, training and technical support from PowerDot.
Open to individuals and companies alike.
Who can apply
Individuals
- Entrepreneurs
- Investors
- Business owners
- Retail operators
- Franchise / deployment entrepreneurs
Companies
- Retail companies
- Hospitality businesses
- Technology companies
- Facility operators, shopping centres
- Transport operators & corporate organisations
Match the machine to your location's
foot traffic.
Choose your machine
with a size that fits your space and revenue goals — then expand.
Compact
Tier 1
- 6 power-bank docks
- - Countertop or wall-mount footprint
- - Lower upfront machine cost
- - Ideal first machine for new vendors
Best For
Restaurants, cafés, small retail, lounges — moderate steady footfall.
Standard
Tier 2 — most deployed
- 12 power-bank docks
- - Freestanding floor unit
- - Handles sustained peak-hour demand
- - Balanced cost-to-revenue ratio
Best For
Hospitals, universities, hotels, mid-size malls — consistent daily traffic.
Enterprise
Tier 3
- 24 power-bank docks
- - Large-format floor unit
- - Highest single-unit revenue ceiling
- - Priority placement in branding campaigns
Best For
Restaurants, cafés, small retail, lounges — moderate steady footfall.
Transparent components, tailored to your category.
Financial structure
- Machine cost Amount payable for acquisition or deployment of the machine.
- Registration / onboarding fee Applicable administrative or technical onboarding charges.
- Security deposit Refundable or adjustable security amount, where required.
- Revenue share Agreed percentage of qualifying rental revenue.
- Platform / service fee Applicable technology, monitoring or support charges.
- Maintenance charges Costs tied to damage or misuse outside the agreed warranty/support scope.
What we expect — and what's off limits.
Vendor conduct
Vendors shall
- Protect PowerDot equipment and keep it in good condition
- Keep machines at their approved locations
- Report faults promptly through official channels
- Maintain professional customer service standards
- Comply with applicable laws and PowerDot policy
- Protect PowerDot's brand reputation
Vendors must not
- Tamper with or modify machine electronics
- Bypass the backend system or manipulate transactions
- Relocate or transfer machines without approval
- Allow unauthorized access to backend accounts
- Misrepresent themselves as PowerDot employees
- Make unauthorized commitments on PowerDot's behalf
Ten steps from application to activation.
Onboarding
Application
Submit your vendor application with basic contact and business details.
Documentation & verification
Provide identification and business documents for review.
Eligibility assessment
PowerDot reviews your capacity, location access and business standing.
Commercial approval
Agree the vendor category and commercial model that fits you.
Location approval
Your proposed deployment site is assessed against PowerDot's location requirements.
Vendor agreement
Sign the applicable PowerDot Vendor Agreement covering all commercial terms.
Payment & financial requirements
Settle machine cost, onboarding fee and security deposit as applicable.
Machine allocation
Your machine(s) are assigned and registered on the PowerDot platform.
Vendor training
Get walked through the dashboard, operations and support channels.
Installation & activation
Your machine goes live and starts generating rental revenue.
Five principles every vendor operates by.
Code of conduct
Integrity
Conduct business honestly.
Professionalism
Treat customers and partners respectfully.
Accountability
Take responsibility for equipment and operations.
Compliance
Follow PowerDot policies and applicable laws.
Customer first
Prioritize availability, convenience and satisfaction.