BP Pulse agrees deal for electric vehicle charging technology

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Electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure provider BP Pulse and FreeWire Technologies, a company specialising in EV charging and power solutions, have signed an exclusive technology-sharing deal.

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The agreement enables BP Pulse to deploy FreeWire’s Boost Charge technology in its operations across the UK. The technology enables faster and more widespread charger deployment thanks to the battery-integrated charging technology, removing the need for every ultra-fast charger installation to have a high-power grid connection.

The initial agreement between the two companies, which if finalised could be valued at more than $50m, will help BP Pulse to meet its goal of operating 700 or more ultra-fast public chargers by 2025.

Ross Mabon, chief operating officer of BP Pulse, said: “At BP Pulse we’re committed to delivering fast, convenient and seamless charging to our customers. FreeWire’s Boost Charger can be an exciting addition to our EV charging solutions, allowing us to expand our network faster, and in more locations than previously possible.

“In creating a truly nationwide ultra-fast charging network, this technology will help us to provide coverage in areas where securing new, larger grid connections would make installing such infrastructure more challenging. We’re delighted to have made this initial agreement and look forward to progressing to a full contract.”

FreeWire chief executive, Arcady Sosinov, added: “As a leader in the UK charging market, BP Pulse is keenly aware of grid limitations and the challenges of delivering ultra-fast charging in certain locations.

“This agreement is a strong recognition of the benefits of battery-integrated charging technology and its ability to accelerate an all-electric future.”

The UK has set a target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and the government confirmed that it will be ending the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles in 2030, driving increased EV adoption.