Tag Archives: charging infrastructure

Daimler Buses unveils Mercedes‑Benz eIntouro, NMC4 batteries for eCitaro and Omniplus Charge infrastructure services at Busworld Europe 2025

(IN BRIEF) At Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels, Daimler Buses will present eight vehicles indoors (plus three outside) and spotlight major advances in electromobility, safety and digital services. Headlining the lineup is the all-electric Mercedes‑Benz eIntouro, offered in two lengths … Read the full press release

New Continental Report Highlights Tyre Innovations and Policy Drivers for Zero-Emission Road Freight

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s new 38-page white paper, “Electric Mobility for Commercial Vehicles,” released on June 19, 2025, offers a thorough survey of electrification trends for trucks, buses, and vans in Europe. It begins with background on EU emissions standards, toll … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Partners with Spedition W&P to Boost Electric Freight Transport with New eActros 600 Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Spedition W&P, a transport company in Bavaria, has expanded its fleet with 20 new Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric trucks, marking a significant move toward sustainable freight transport. This expansion is supported by W&P’s newly opened charging park, equipped … Read the full press release

IONITY to Expand Charging Infrastructure with EUR 50 Million Investment from KfW IPEX-Bank, Supporting the Transition to Electric Mobility

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank has provided EUR 50 million to IONITY to support the expansion of its High Power Charging network across Europe. This investment will enhance IONITY’s infrastructure, particularly in Germany, France, Sweden, and the UK, by improving charging … Read the full press release

TruckCharge: Daimler Truck’s Pioneering Step to Power Europe’s Electric Freight Future

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck is set to revolutionize electric truck charging in Europe with its new TruckCharge brand, which introduces a semi-public charging network designed to bridge the existing gap in infrastructure. The network will allow depot owners to offer … Read the full press release

EU Co-Finances E.ON-Led DRIVE-E Project to Boost Charging Infrastructure Across 13 European Countries

(IN BRIEF) The EU will co-finance the installation of 1,400 new charging points across Europe, with 430 dedicated to heavy-duty electric trucks, as part of the DRIVE-E Global project. This €45 million initiative, led by E.ON, aims to strengthen Europe’s … Read the full press release

E.ON Partners with Germany’s BImA to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Network Across Federal Properties by 2027

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s Institute for Federal Real Estate (BImA) has partnered with E.ON to install 7,000 electric vehicle charging points across federal properties by 2027. The charging stations will support federal ministries, research institutes, and other government agencies, with a … Read the full press release

BMW Group Advances Sustainability with Electric Trucks and Renewable Charging Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) BMW Group is advancing its sustainability efforts by utilizing fully electric trucks at its Regensburg and Leipzig plants to transport parts, including components for electric vehicles. These zero-emission trucks contribute to reducing the environmental impact and noise levels … Read the full press release

Volvo Group Takes Bold Step Toward Decarbonization at CES 2025

(IN BRIEF) Martin Lundstedt, CEO of Volvo Group, will deliver a keynote at CES 2025, highlighting the company’s strategy for decarbonizing the transport, mobility, and infrastructure sectors. Emphasizing the urgent need for action, Lundstedt called for accelerated adoption of zero-emission … Read the full press release

Global EV Demand Stalls Amid Charging Infrastructure Concerns, EY Report Reveals

(IN BRIEF) Global demand for electric vehicles has slowed, with concerns about charging infrastructure, range, and battery costs remaining key obstacles for potential buyers, according to the EY Global Mobility Consumer Index. EV buying intent rose marginally, but the US … Read the full press release

NIB Signs Loan Agreement with Arva AS to Enhance Northern Norway’s Electricity Distribution Network

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has entered a 7-year loan agreement with Arva AS, a Norwegian distribution grid operator, to bolster the efficiency and resilience of the electricity distribution network in Northern Norway. Valued at NOK 500 million … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Supports Transporters’ Transition to Electric Mobility with Tailored Charging Services

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has launched an innovative in-depot electric truck charging service at the SOLUTRANS trade show. This service is designed to facilitate the transition to electric mobility for transport companies by providing customized charging infrastructure. It includes efficient charge … Read the full press release

Siemens Partners with Monta to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has entered into a partnership with Monta, an electric vehicle (EV) charging platform provider, to enhance the development of charging infrastructure across Europe. Siemens will utilize Monta’s Charge Point Management System (CPMS) to manage its own EV … Read the full press release

Siemens to Build Electric Bus Charging Infrastructure in Germany, Aiding Emission Reduction

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has secured two significant orders to establish electric bus (e-bus) charging infrastructure in two German cities, Hamburg and Saarlouis. In Hamburg, Siemens will continue to support Hamburger Hochbahn AG, one of the country’s largest public transport companies, … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Unveils Ambitious Expansion of Global High-Power Charging Network

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz is set to launch its initial high-power charging stations this fall, starting in Atlanta (USA), Chengdu (China), and Mannheim (Germany). This move marks the beginning of a global charging network expansion, aiming to have over 2,000 high-power … Read the full press release

Leading the Charge: Volvo Trucks Leads the Way in Heavy Electric Truck Market

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Trucks has established itself as the leader in the heavy electric truck market in both Europe and North America during the first quarter of 2023. With nearly 5,000 electric trucks sold across approximately 40 countries, Volvo Trucks … Read the full press release

Vattenfall delivered 32 fast chargers to Tide Bus, one of Denmark’s largest bus companies

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 1-Nov-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Vattenfall, a Swedish Government-owned multinational power company, has announced the delivery of 32 fast chargers to Tide Bus, one of Denmark’s largest bus companies. The delivery is for the fifth largest city in … Read the full press release

E.ON to organize its products, technologies and services for electric commercial vehicle fleets under new entity called E.ON Drive eTransport

Market for electric commercial vehicles continues to pick up speed E.ON bundles e-transport activities to further expand business E.ON Drive to become a leader for electric charging of commercial vehicles in Europe  Intelligent charging solutions make important contribution to sustainable … Read the full press release

Siemens AG and MAHLE GmbH partner over inductive charging systems

(PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 9-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens AG (ETR: SIE), a German multinational conglomerate and Europe’s largest industrial manufacturing company, and MAHLE GmbH, one of the largest automotive suppliers worldwide, have announced a new partnership aimed at closing gaps … Read the full press release

Siemens AG et MAHLE GmbH s’associent pour des systèmes de charge inductive

(COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) ZUG, 9-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens AG (ETR : SIE), un conglomérat multinational allemand et la plus grande entreprise de fabrication industrielle d’Europe, et MAHLE GmbH, l’un des plus grands équipementiers automobiles au monde, ont annoncé un … Read the full press release