TfL selects Fastned for new ultra-rapid EV charging hubs in London

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Transport for London (TfL) has announced Fastned as its chosen partner to develop a series of ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hubs across the capital. This partnership forms part of TfL’s wider strategy to support London’s Net Zero carbon target by 2030.

The joint venture, led by TfL’s property company Places for London, aims to create dedicated off-street charging hubs. These sites will provide multiple high-speed charging points, enabling drivers to charge their vehicles quickly and efficiently. Some larger hubs will also include additional amenities such as retail spaces and public toilets, enhancing the local area and customer experience.

Approval from TfL’s Land and Property Committee is expected later this year, with the first site set to open by 2026. Initially, five sites with around 50 charging bays have been earmarked, with plans to scale to 25 hubs, potentially expanding to 65 in response to demand. Each hub will include bays for drivers with accessibility needs, in line with Public Charge Point Regulations 2023.

Fastned, a European leader in ultra-rapid charging, already operates one of London’s busiest hubs in Greenwich. The firm has a strong presence across Europe, with 25 hubs in the UK and over 325 continent-wide. Their hubs feature solar canopies and 24/7 support, providing a reliable and convenient charging solution.

The joint venture will also align with TfL’s commitment to safety, with sites designed to feature high-visibility lighting, CCTV, and clear lines of sight. As the demand for electric vehicles rises, this collaboration is set to ensure London’s infrastructure keeps pace with technological advancements and customer needs.

By partnering with Fastned, TfL is taking another step towards a greener, more sustainable future, while also securing long-term revenue that will be reinvested in the city’s transport network.

Mark Farrow, Director of Strategy and Planning at Places for London, said: "We are excited to have now selected Fastned as our preferred partner for our new joint venture to bring forward a number of new electric vehicle charging hubs. These hubs will help encourage high-mileage businesses such as taxi, private hire and commercial drivers, across London, to confidently make the transition to electric vehicles.

"These new charging hubs, the first of which will open in 2026, will make it even easier for those who need to rapidly charge their electric vehicles, with several bays at each location, helping London to further work towards the Mayor of London's commitment to achieving Net Zero carbon by 2030."

Tom Hurst, UK Country Director for Fastned, said: “Londoners deserve a top-notch EV charging network for all those daily trips and longer journeys. That’s why we’re excited and proud to be bringing more ultra-rapid charging to key locations across the city – all helping to ramp up London’s transition to electric.”