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Ideal Locations
Our focus currently is on areas with populations of 50,000 or more, targeting the UK’s top 250 towns and cities. Ideal locations include being primary arterial routes, densely populated areas, major transport hubs, Drive-Thru/development opportunities, retail parks and destination locations throughout the UK.
The focus on urban and high-traffic locations is deliberate. Current EV adoption patterns show higher concentrations in metropolitan areas, where many residents lack home charging capabilities. By positioning hubs in these locations, we can guarantee the utilisation rates needed to make the investment viable for all parties.
Future-Proofing Your Site Ahead Of The Competition The increasing demand for a grid connection is a challenge for the UK energy sector and a key reason why landowners and facilities managers should consider installing an EV hub sooner rather than later.
Waiting too long could result in a competitor down the road nipping in front of you, allowing them to establish their offering and customer loyalty before you can even get spades in the ground.
Choose The Right Infrastructure Partner
EV drivers are clear in what they want from their charge stations. They want to be able to access one when they need it without having
to wait, a reliable connection
when they do, speedy charging so they don’t have to hang around, and access to facilities while they’re waiting. If your site also features, for example, a supermarket, a gym, or fast food and coffee shops, drivers are more likely to visit your site before those of your competitors.
Whilst safety is paramount, availability, accessibility, and
reliability are the three most important features of any charging hub so the more land you lease, the more charging points you can accommodate and the more attractive your site will be. Consider infrastructure companies looking to build substantial hubs rather than simply installing three of our charge points.
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The Fleet Opportunity
Consider carefully the needs of fleet operators when deciding on the design of your hub. Fleet drivers will prioritise availability above everything else. With the deadlines many face these days, they just can’t afford to wait for charging access or for too long once they plug in so an operator pioneering innovative solutions such as bookable or dedicated charging bays during specific time slots would be a good choice.
Whilst the van market is not growing as strongly as the car market, the number of electric vans has grown ten-fold since the end of 2020.
Planning Considerations
While planning can be complex, sometimes taking up to 18 months to complete, our experience shows that local authorities generally support EV infrastructure development, recognising its role in meeting national environmental targets. Pick a development partner who will handle or assist in all aspects of the planning process, ensuring a smooth journey from proposal to operation.
It’s A Win-Win
For landowners considering their options in this rapidly evolving market, the opportunity is clear:
partner with an established
operator offering secure income, significant infrastructure investment,
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and expert
management of the entire development process. As the UK moves towards its 2030 targets for EV adoption, now is the time to consider how your
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