Charging infrastructure development firm The EV Network has appointed Colliers International to seek roadside sites for new electric vehicle charging hubs.
Colliers will seek high-traffic locations in England, Wales and Scotland for EVN to develop into hubs offering between six and 12 rapid or ultra-fast chargers. It is looking for sites measuring between roughly 0.5 acres and one acre.
Electric vehicle operator BP Pulse last month agreed to partner with EVN on its expansion plans, which also include “e-forecourts” providing up to 24 ultra-fast charge points (300KW) with on-site solar PV and battery storage systems.
These e-forecourts would also include retail, food and beverage and convenience facilities for drivers waiting for their vehicles to be charged.
Construction and development for the charging stations have been contracted through a 20-year, fixed price, CPI-inflated Energy Service Agreement.
EVN additionally plans to develop a further 400 EV charging sites.
John Roberts, head of roadside and automotive at Colliers, said: “Demand for reliable electric vehicle charging is increasing, especially in light of the government’s decision to stop selling fossil fuel powered vehicles by 2030.
“So far the installation of EV chargers has been particularly challenging. However, with dedicated infrastructure development companies such as The EV Network taking the lead and partnering with charge point operators, this will accelerate the programme and cater for the huge demand in the coming years.
“We will be looking to identify a wide range of prominent and roadside opportunities for The EV Network in order to meet the needs of drivers from across the UK.”
Matthew Guest, property acquisition manager at The EV Network, said: “It’s essential that the EV charging network grows quickly to meet the increasing demand, but is also targeted in the right locations.”
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