Funded in part through the UK Government’s Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator (ZEHID) programme and delivered in partnership with Innovate UK, the first two sites are at Extra Baldock at J10 of the A1(M) and Moto Exeter, located at J30 of the M5.
The sites focus on key logistics routes that are already well used by HGVs. They also complement new depot charging facilities also installed by Gridserve, as part of the ZEHID programme, including the recently opened Nissan Manufacturing UK (NMUK) Charge Yard.
The first public electric heavy goods vehicle (eHGV) hubs will feature between four and eight high-power charging bays, each designed as drive-through bays that enable all models to plug in, regardless of charging port location.
Daniel Kunkel, Gridserve CEO, said: “We are thrilled to lead the Electric Freightway project, a consortium dedicated to building out EV infrastructure and synchronising the development of an electric truck fleet. This initiative is crucial for the decarbonisation of the heavy goods sector and is a vital step towards achieving net zero. Our strategy aligns perfectly with the project’s goals, as we are committed to providing fast charging solutions that enable the freedom to travel for EV drivers.”
