Xentro
Xentro
Transform Bangladesh’s urban transport and energy infrastructure by launching solar-powered battery swapping stations for electric auto-rickshaws.
The Problem
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Bangladesh has 1.5M+ auto-rickshaws, mostly running on CNG or lead-acid batteries
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Issues include:
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6–8 hours charging time
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Rising fuel costs
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Pollution from fossil fuels
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Lack of battery swapping infrastructure
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The Solution: Battery Swapping Stations
Xentro Green introduces a tech-integrated, solar-powered swapping system:
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5-minute battery swaps (vs. 6–8 hours charging)
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Solar-powered = lower energy cost, off-grid support
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IoT-based battery health monitoring for optimal usage
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Subscription or pay-per-swap model
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Modular franchise model for nationwide expansion
Market Opportunity
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TAM: $1B+ (Bangladesh’s auto-rickshaw energy market)
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SAM: $250M (targeting Chittagong, Dhaka, Sylhet)
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SOM: $50M (in 3 years through direct & franchise stations)
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First-mover advantage in an untapped, high-demand sector
Business Model
Primary Revenue Streams:
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Pay-per-swap (~৳250 per swap)
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Fleet subscriptions (~৳30,000/month unlimited)
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Franchise licensing
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Battery leasing (~৳20,000/month per battery)
Additional Income:
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Ads and sponsorships at swap stations
Power Generation & Tech
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Each station requires ~360 kWh/day
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Needs ~132 solar panels (~280 m² area)
Investment Requirements
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Seeking $5M–$10M to fund:
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Initial 50 stations (Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet)
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R&D, IoT/AI integration
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Partnerships, marketing, expansion
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Cost per Station: ~৳12.5M
Includes solar setup, batteries, tech, backup, staffing, branding, etc.
🛠️ Expense Breakdown (Monthly)
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Fixed: ৳250,000 (land, salaries, maintenance, marketing, etc.)
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Variable: ৳110,000 (electricity, fuel, battery maintenance)
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Total Monthly OpEx: ৳360,000
Communication Strategy
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Target Audience: Rickshaw drivers, fuel station owners, government bodies, small businesses
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Approach:
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Awareness campaigns & community demos
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Public-private & NGO partnerships
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Training programs for vehicle owners
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Competitive Edge
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First-of-its-kind solar-powered battery swap model in Bangladesh
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Highly scalable and replicable in urban centers
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Tech-driven solution with real-time battery monitoring
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Enables emission reduction, energy efficiency, and driver income growth
Contact
support@xentrobd.com
+880 1911-682447
Plot 379, Khulshi Colony, Nasirabad 1/A, Chattogram
“Faster rides, greener streets. Xentro Green is powering the clean
mobility revolution in Bangladesh.”