New members have been added to ChargeUK as the electric vehicle (EV) charging sector’s lobby group continues to expand.
ChargeUK has added Blink Charging as a Member, and Gireve, Octopus Energy’s Electroverse, and Virta as Industry Associate Members.
It said that the growth “proves the sector’s desire to make EV charging as convenient and affordable as possible”.
Members of the group have already publicly committed to investing more than £6 billion by 2030 with aim to deliver charging infrastructure, creating jobs, supporting economic growth, and powering the UK’s switch to electric vehicles, it added.
Vicky Read, CEO of ChargeUK said:
“The UK’s charging sector has grown rapidly in the last decade and today it plays a major role in the UK’s green economy. ChargeUK is mirroring that growth, demonstrating the industry’s desire to come together to accelerate the rollout.
“We look forward to having the expertise and experience of Blink Charging, Gireve, Octopus Electroverse and Virta in our organisation.
“These new members will help ChargeUK to continue the rollout at a record pace, ensuring deployment ramps up in locations that have been hampered by delays, and making sure the UK has a thriving EV market, so that investment in infrastructure continues at scale.”
Alex Calnan, Managing Director of Blink Charging UK & Ireland said:
“Blink Charging is proud to be a member of ChargeUK, uniting with other industry leaders to proactively accelerate the growth of the EV charging infrastructure for drivers across the UK.
“As a charge point operator, this collaboration further strengthens our commitment to delivering reliable, accessible, and innovative charging solutions, supporting the nation’s transition to a cleaner, greener future.”
Eric Plaquet, CEO of Gireve said:
“At Gireve, we believe that interoperability is the cornerstone of advancing and scaling the EV charging industry. Achieving a successful energy transition in our sector demands collaboration among all stakeholders, supported by a robust and coherent regulatory framework.
“Joining ChargeUK represents a step towards this goal, as it provides a trusted platform for fostering collaboration between private and public entities”
Matt Davies, Director of Octopus Electroverse said:
“We’re glad to join forces with ChargeUK as the country continues accelerating its charge point rollout. With record numbers being installed and demand for electric cars on the rise, it’s more important than ever that we work together as an industry to deliver fantastic charging experiences.
“As the largest consumer charging platform in the country, Octopus Electroverse is looking forward to lending its support to the growth of the UK’s charging industry.”
Stuart Tolley, GEO Director UK & Ireland of Virta said:
“Virta are delighted to be joining ChargeUK to strengthen the voice of EV Charging. As a forerunner in CPMS and a well-respected Charging Solutions provider, we feel that the work being done by ChargeUK is fully aligned with our strategic plans.
“Joining forces with ChargeUK brings our experienced voice to the great work being driven by multiple charge point operators stakeholders, ultimately leading to the best user experience.”
