Hertz has a pair of charging stations at Connect offices in Manhattan, and is partnering with Starwood Hotels, which is installing stations at the snazzy new Element Times Square hotel, and soon at other Starwood Aloft, Element and Four Points by Sheraton hotels.

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The world's first pair of coastal radio stations were set up at a hotel near the Needles on the Isle of Wight and at another hotel in Bournemouth (later moved to a hotel near Poole, Dorset).

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Added value is provided with the inclusion of a second charging stand and a pair of power cords so operators can provide multiple charging stations if needed.

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