Ekoenergetyka and BP cooperate on charging infrastructure for electric trucks
As is well known, the CO2 standards set within the EU stipulate a 45% reduction in CO2 emissions for trucks over 7.5 tonnes by 2030, and even 65% from 2035. From 2035, the targets will also apply to so-called professional vehicles such as refuse collection and construction vehicles. In addition, the EU has set targets for the development of charging infrastructure for heavy goods vehicles along the TEN-T network (Trans-European Transport Network) by the end of 2025, the end of 2027 and the end of 2030.
According to the press release, these two points also appear to be among the reasons for the now publicised cooperation between Ekoenergetyka and BP Pulse. The aim of the collaboration is to ‘ensure smooth operations for fleet operators’ by meeting the growing demand for scalable charging infrastructure for heavy goods transport.
The Polish charging infrastructure manufacturer also lists three scenarios for how battery-electric lorries are mainly charged and where it says there is a need for charging infrastructure. A specific infrastructure is required for each application. The first scenario mentioned by Ekoenergetyka is during the loading and unloading of goods at the destination. Another use case is charging during legal rest periods on motorways. A third scenario is overnight charging – either in depots or in public spaces (service stations, rest areas, etc.).
However, it is not clear from the press release exactly how the two companies will work together in future. However, it is very likely that Ekoenergetyka will see itself as a hardware supplier. BP Pulse, on the other hand, is likely to come into play as a fleet expert and take over the operation of the infrastructure as well as providing advice. However, it is clear that this is not just about charging at the depot. Public charging, particularly along the TEN-T network, is also the focus of the cooperation.
“Organizing overnight charging for large e-truck fleets, especially in public parking areas along the TEN-T network, is a significant challenge for the electrification of heavy-duty transport. While charging infrastructure is steadily growing, the current availability remains a challenge for some fleet operators. Together with bp pulse, we are committed to helping to address these gaps by providing efficient, high-power solutions,” says Maciej Wojeński, co-founder and member of the Supervisory Board of Ekoenergetyka-Polska.
Nigel Head, European EV Truck Director at BP Pulse, added: “Collaborating with Ekoenergetyka on e-truck overnight charging solutions is another step forward in our plans to help meet the needs of UK and European HGV operators transitioning their fleets to EVs. Developing safe, reliable, space efficient and scalable overnight e-truck solutions will form an important cornerstone of bp’s future e-truck customer and network offer across Europe.”
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