Peters & May is a global yacht and boat transport specialist based in Eastleigh, Hampshire. To reduce operating costs and strengthen its environmental credentials, the company partnered with DES Renewable Energy to install a large-scale rooftop solar PV system with EV charging — generating clean electricity on site, lowering energy bills, and supporting its long-term sustainability goals.
Project overview
Peters & May commissioned DES Renewable Energy to install a 110.67 kWp solar PV system across its industrial roof. The installation comprised 186 x 595 W panels connected to a SolaX X3-FTH-100K inverter delivering 100 kW of inverter power, together with five SolaX smart EV chargers. The project aimed to reduce electricity costs, lower carbon emissions, and enhance long-term financial sustainability.
Project details
- Company: Peters & May Ltd
- Location: 9 Goodwood Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 4NT
- Solar system capacity: 110.67 kWp
- Estimated annual generation: 88,120 kWh
- Installation type: Pitched industrial roof solar panels with EV charging
- Project timeline: Delivered May 2025, from survey to commissioning
The objectives
- Reduce electricity costs and dependence on grid energy
- Improve environmental sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint
- Achieve long-term operational savings and financial returns
- Demonstrate responsible energy practices to customers, staff and stakeholders
The solution: bespoke assessment and design
DES Renewable Energy conducted a comprehensive assessment of roof space, structural considerations, sun exposure and interlocking constraints to ensure optimal placement and system sizing. The system was designed with 186 x 595 W panels across the pitched industrial roof, with power conversion handled by a SolaX X3-FTH-100K inverter providing 100 kW of inverter capacity. The installation also includes five SolaX smart EV chargers — three 7.2 kW single-phase and two 22 kW three-phase units — integrated with the site’s electrical infrastructure for efficient energy management. We ensured full compliance with building regulations, electrical standards and industry best practice, obtaining all necessary permits and approvals.
Installation and completion
The installation was carried out with minimal disruption to day-to-day site operations. Panels were securely mounted, connected to the inverter, and integrated with the existing electrical system, before comprehensive testing and commissioning verified the system’s performance, functionality and safety. From initial assessment to completed commissioning, DES Renewable Energy provided a turnkey solution.
The results
- Energy cost reduction: lower electricity bills and reduced reliance on grid energy.
- Environmental impact: around 88,120 kWh of clean energy each year, saving an estimated 18 tonnes of CO2 annually.
- Financial returns: ongoing energy savings contribute to long-term financial sustainability.
- Public image: demonstrates responsible energy practices to customers, staff and stakeholders.
At a glance
- 186 x 595 W panels on a pitched industrial roof
- 110.67 kWp total system capacity
- SolaX X3-FTH-100K inverter (100 kW of inverter power)
- 5 x SolaX smart EV chargers (3 x 7.2 kW + 2 x 22 kW)
- 88,120 kWh of clean energy generated per year
- An estimated 18 tonnes of CO2 saved every year
Our accreditations
DES Renewable Energy is MCS certified, guaranteeing our installations are designed, installed and commissioned to the highest standard using only MCS-certified products. We are also NAPIT certified to install and self-certify our electrical work, and we comply with the Renewable Energy Consumer Code (RECC).
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Download the full Peters & May case study (PDF).
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