Private sector initiatives & innovations (including PPPs)

UK has nearly 1 million EV charging points

The UK has nearly one million EV charging points, according to new analysis from EV charging industry association ChargeUK.

bp signs partnership with Simon to expand US ultra-fast EV charging network

bp pulse has signed an agreement with US real estate investment trust Simon to install and operate EV charging Gigahubs on 75 Simon sites.

Atlante and Banque Des Territoires invest 40 million euros to accelerate fast charging rollout in France

Atlante France and Banque des Territoires have established a joint venture designed to roll-out and operate over 500 fast charging points for electric vehicles in France.

First NEVI funded EV charging station opens in Utah

The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office) has announced the opening of the first EV charging station in Utah funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program.

Foxcomm expands into mew energy with strategic JV and launches new charging solutions

Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT) is expanding its presence in the EV sector.

Apcoa’s UK car parks plug into Ctek EV charge points

EV charge points from the global vehicle charging specialist Ctek are to be installed in car parks managed by Europe’s leading provider of parking solutions, Apcoa.

Electric charging industry and vehicle makers team up on e-mobility ecosystem development

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and ChargeUp Europe have signed a joint declaration to enhance structured dialogue and identify priority areas for collaboration.

Nyobolt showcases ultra-fast charging battery that reaches 80% in under 5 minutes

UK start-up Nyobolt says that initial in-vehicle testing using powerful 350kW (800V) DC fast chargers has confirmed that its 50Ah 35kWh EV battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in four minutes 37 seconds.

Arcadis completes charger installation for BP Pulse's first high-speed EV Gigahub in the US

Arcadis has announced the completion of BP's latest high-speed EV charging site at the company's North America headquarters in Houston, Texas.

EV Wireless Power Transfer Council launched in Japan

The founding members of the new Japanese EV Wireless Power Transfer Council have joined forces to announce formation of the Council to the Japanese and international media.