Twelve 350kW chargers at MOTO’s new Rugby services offer a taste of the future.
The Electric Highway – the world’s first nationwide charging network, has today opened the UK’s largest high power motorway charging site, a development it promises will become ubiquitous as it transforms its network of facilities on the country’s motorways and major roads.
The installation is the first under the Electric Highway’s new partnership with GRIDSERVE, which saw the company take a 25% stake in the Highway – as well as bringing its acclaimed technology and expertise to the network.
The Electric Highway’s flagship motorway installation is open now at MOTO’s brand-new Rugby services at Junction 1 of the M6. The new facility includes 12 state-of-of-the-art high-powered pumps from Tritium, able to charge any EV at 350kW – adding up to 350 km (217 mi) of range to an EV in 10 minutes or less. All of these chargers are contactless.
“With an increasing demand for high power public charging infrastructure, Tritium is proud to be working in collaboration with Gridserve and Ecotricity to deliver the largest electric vehicle charging facility on Britain’s motorway services,” said Kevin Pugh, Tritium’s UK Country Manager. “Key partnerships like this will be important to scaling up and meeting future demand, with the significant growth of EV uptake in the near future.”
As part of the major Electric Highway transformation programme – funded by GRIDSERVE investor Hitachi Capital (UK) PLC – all existing 50kW pumps will be replaced this summer while in parallel, work has begun on high power installations across its entire network.
Toddington Harper, CEO of GRIDSERVE, said:
“GRIDSERVE’s purpose is to deliver sustainable energy and move the needle on climate change, and the rollout of high power chargers across Britain’s motorways in partnership with Moto will do just that – providing drivers with the confidence to go electric today.
“To see what the future of electric vehicle charging on the UK motorway network looks like, you can now visit Moto’s new Motorway Service Area at Rugby. After announcing our Electric Highway partnership with Ecotricity in March, and supported by Hitachi Capital (UK) PLC, we’ve been hard at work putting in the charging infrastructure needed to give people the confidence to make the transition to electric vehicles, by delivering 6-12 high power 350kW chargers across the network as quickly as possible, as well as replacing all the existing chargers with the latest technology.”
Dale Vince, Founder, The Electric Highway, added:
“We began building the Electric Highway ten years ago and Moto were one of our founding partners. Back then, state-of-the-art charging was just 7kW and here we are today at 350kW in just a decade. This is our very first high power installation, and this new technology comes just at a tipping point in the adoption of electric vehicles.
“This marks the beginning of our new partnership with GRIDSERVE, and kickstarts a comprehensive programme where these installations will become ubiquitous on the motorway network, helping to make the experience of using an electric car no different to using a fossil-powered one.”
About GRIDSERVE (www.gridserve.com)
GRIDSERVE® will radically transform the experience of using electric vehicles, by delivering a UK-wide, sustainable energy powered network of convenient, customer-focussed Electric Forecourts,® that allow the fastest possible net zero carbon charging of electric vehicles, with an awesome customer experience, that is also designed to help make using electric vehicles cost less than petrol or diesel combustion engine cars.
GRIDSERVE® is a tech-enabled international sustainable energy business which develops, builds, owns and operates solar energy and battery storage solutions for critical power infrastructure. GRIDSERVE’s team have been responsible for the development, construction and operation of more than a gigawatt of solar energy and energy storage solutions, including connecting over 100 utility-scale sustainable energy projects to the UK grid.
GRIDSERVE® is interested in connecting with additional operators of fleet vehicles, developers, EV manufacturers, local authorities, and multiple other potential partners who share our vision in collaborating across all the critical power infrastructure we are delivering, including Electric Forecourts®, hybrid solar farms, and remote power solutions.
About Ecotricity (www.ecotricity.co.uk)
Founded in 1995 from a single windmill by Dr Dale Vince OBE, Ecotricity was the world’s first green energy company. Today, it now powers over 200,000 homes and businesses across Great Britain with 100% renewable electricity from the wind and the sun – and carbon neutralised gas.
Ecotricity also operates the Electric Highway, Europe’s first nationwide electric vehicle charging network, which helped kickstart the EV revolution.
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionising electric transportation.
Osprey Charging Network has installed the first Tritium RTM75 rapid chargers in Europe, at a new Starbucks site in Gosport, UK. These chargers provide up to 75kW of charge to an electric vehicle (EV).
[LONDON, UK, April 29, 2021] — Tritium, a global leader in DC rapid charging technology for EVs, and Osprey Charging Network have just installed the first RTM75 chargers in Europe.
The Tritium RTM75 units were installed by Osprey in partnership with Harkalm in Gosport at their new Starbucks site operated by 23.5 Degrees Ltd. Osprey will be installing a mix of Tritium’s DC units at future sites, ranging from 75kW to 350kW.
“Osprey’s mission is to deliver the very best charging experience for the ever-growing number of EV drivers on UK’s roads. Tritium are an excellent partner for this mission,” said Ian Johnston, CEO of Osprey Charging.
Osprey Charging, one of the largest and fastest growing public charging network’s in the UK, is at the forefront of delivering the best EV charging experience for customers. Osprey is building upon the impressive roll-out in 2020 with agreements for over 400 chargepoints across 200 sites.
“Tritium is thrilled to launch the first RTM75 in Europe, which we are justifiably proud of. We are excited for this next phase of advanced EV charging technology, with improved user interface. This convenient customer charging experience has been a key criteria for Osprey as a leading network operator,” said Tritium UK Country Manager, Kevin Pugh.
The RTM75 charger power can be increased from 25kW to 50kW and 75kW, providing customers with the flexibility to easily upgrade the charger as site needs change and empower them to better serve the new wave of electric cars coming to the market with higher voltages. The innovative, modular design of the RTM75 means high uptime for the customers and consequently, a faster return on investment for operators. The RTM75 also adds convenience, providing options for 6m (20ft) cables with integrated cable management, ensuring safe and sustainable charging environments.
About Osprey Charging
Our mission is simple: to provide rapid EV charging that is accessible, easy-to-use, requires no membership or connection fees and operate with normal contactless payment. We provide fully funded and fully managed charging solutions for commercial landlords, local authorities, fleets and property developers.
Our commitment to the environment and the advancement of a low-carbon transport system and pollutant-free air. We guarantee that each charging point is powered using 100% renewable electricity.
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionising electric transportation.
New service will launch next month in lower Manhattan with an initial fleet of 50 Teslas. Revel’s rideshare program will help accelerate the buildout of its fast-charging Superhubs.
[NEW YORK, NY, April 28, 2021] – Electric mobility company Revel announced today that it is launching an all-electric, all-employee rideshare service in New York City. The service will launch in late May in Manhattan, with a fleet of 50 Revel-blue Teslas available for pickups and dropoffs below 42nd Street. These 50 vehicles represent the first phase of the rideshare program, and Revel will expand the fleet size and service area in the next year to meet New Yorkers’ need for zero-emissions rideshare. Revel’s rideshare service will also help the company accelerate the buildout of its fast-charging Superhub network in New York City.
“Cities like New York don’t need another company promising electric fleets in 2030 – they need companies delivering now,” said Revel CEO and Co-Founder Frank Reig. “Revel is building a platform to electrify cities, and rideshare is a key part of it.”
Unlike the traditional rideshare model, the Revel fleet will be owned and maintained by the company, with drivers brought on as employees rather than independent contractors. Drivers will receive training and will have access to benefits including health care and paid time off.
Revel’s fleet of Tesla Model Ys will have distinct features like extra legroom, with the front passenger seat removed from each car, and the ability for passengers to control the temperature and music through an interactive touchscreen. All cars will follow the same COVID-19 guidelines, with a partition separating the driver from the passenger(s) and daily cleanings by the Revel team. Even with these upgraded features, pricing for Revel’s service will be competitive with other rideshare companies.
“Going electric should be an easy decision,” said Revel COO and Co-Founder Paul Suhey. “The experience will feel like a free upgrade, so choosing Revel should be a no-brainer for New Yorkers.”
In addition to offering New Yorkers a zero-emissions rideshare option, Revel’s service will help the company accelerate the expansion of its EV fast-charging Superhub network in New York City. Revel announced in February that it will soon open the largest universal fast charging depot in North America, with its first location in Brooklyn. The chargers for this site, provided by Tritium, a global leader in DC fast charging, will be open to the public on a 24/7 basis and accessible to owners of any electric vehicle brand. This Superhub will go live in June with its first 10 chargers, and more locations across New York City are planned for 2021.
“People have evolved to a ‘need it now’ society, and we are certainly a convenience-driven culture, demanding technology solutions that expedite and enhance nearly every aspect of our daily lives,” said Tritium President of the Americas Mike Calise. “Revel’s rideshare is a major step in creating a more convenient, sustainable, and people-focused transportation future. Tritium is proud to provide the innovative DC fast charging hardware and technology to get these vehicles back on the road fast.”
Revel’s rideshare service will have a waitlist due to expected demand and limited availability. New Yorkers who want to try Revel rideshare can sign up for the waitlist in-app or online starting today.
About Revel
Revel is a Brooklyn-born transportation company that’s electrifying cities through charging infrastructure and shared electric vehicle fleets. Through the Revel app, users can rent electric mopeds, sign up for monthly eBike subscriptions, hail an electric car ride or find fast-charging stations compatible with any brand of EV. Revel prides itself on its total rejection of the gig economy and its collaborative approach with local governments. Founded in 2018, the company now operates in four New York City boroughs, Washington, D.C., Miami, Florida, and the California Bay Area cities of Oakland, Berkeley and San Francisco. To learn more, visit gorevel.com and follow @_gorevel on Twitter.
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionizing electric transportation.
Cohort to Focus on Bringing Electric Power Technology and Infrastructure to Army Vehicles.
[TORRANCE, California, April 27, 2021] – Tritium, a global leader in DC fast charging technology for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced that it has been selected to participate in the Power Transfer Cohort, powered by the Army Applications Laboratory (AAL) in collaboration with Alion Science and Technology. This program focuses on advancing solutions that will support remote access, rapid recharging, and scalable infrastructure to help the Army move to EVs. Tritium is the only DC fast charging provider which was selected for the program.
Companies in the Cohort will work directly with the Next Generation Combat Vehicle Cross Functional Team (NGCV) and the Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) to identify and explore EV infrastructure technologies that can work across the diverse fleet of ~225,000 Army vehicles operating in the most demanding environments.
“Tritium specializes in hardware and software designed to work reliably in any high demand environment, including extreme climate conditions. We are thrilled to be working with the Army Application Laboratory on this important initiative to provide a rapid charging solution for a diverse set of vehicles,” said Tritium President of the Americas Mike Calise. “Our company’s innovative, scalable, and future-proof technology will be a great addition to help power the Army’s fleet.”
Designed for qualified companies that may not typically work on U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) projects, the Cohort Program provides non-dilutive funding to complete an intense program that culminates in a concept design presentation to Army stakeholders. Each cohort focuses on solving a specific problem aligned to the Army’s 16-year modernization strategy. The Power Transfer Cohort is an 8-week program, and each company selected to participate receives a contract for $100,000 with the potential for follow-on awards.
“Last year, we launched and validated this new Cohort Program approach. We know it works, and we’re already seeing the results for our Army mission partners,” said COL Len Rosanoff, director of AAL. “The Power Transfer Cohort is a chance to show that this model can scale across the Army to solve other complex problems. This approach will make the Army a better business partner for industry. And we want others in the Army to know they can do this, too.”
Last fall, Tritium unveiled their Modular Scalable Charging (MSC) platform, the first to enable truly scalable EV charging networks anywhere in the world. The hardware platform provides customers with the flexibility to increase the power level of their charger as EV charging capabilities advance, starting at 25kW and increasing to 350kW and beyond.
The Power Transfer Cohort began virtually on March 29, 2021, and is scheduled to conclude with concept design presentations to NGCV leadership on May 20, 2021.
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionizing electric transportation.
About The Army Applications Laboratory
We’re not a laboratory in the traditional sense of the word. As the U.S. Army’s innovation unit, we don’t make things — we make things possible. The Army Applications Laboratory (AAL) is fundamentally reshaping how the Army works with industry to reunite American innovation and national security. Together, we question why and deliver what if. Learn how we do it at aal.army.
[PARIS, France, March 24, 2021] — Tritium, a global leader in DC fast charging technology and Elexent, a subsidiary of Groupe Renault specialized in charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced they have signed an agreement to deploy DC fast chargers in more than 10 countries across Europe.
Through this partnership, Tritium will supply Elexent with DC fast chargers to support European fleet electrification. Elexent will offer its customers tailor-made, turnkey solutions covering all areas of design, installation, and management.
“To adequately address the growing need for fleet charging, it was necessary to find partners as trusted as Tritium. As we roll out infrastructure across Europe, Elexent is dedicated to providing our customers with the most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles,” said Nicolas Schottey, CEO of Elexent.
As the EV market continues to grow across Europe, greater DC fast charging deployment will allow fleets to charge confidently and reliably. The cooperation between Elexent and Tritium will provide fleet operators with a lower total cost of ownership, preventative maintenance, and peace of mind for on-site DC fast charging.
“Fleets are electrifying at a rapid pace and Tritium is proud to provide a fast charging solution to ensure those vehicles can get back on the road quickly. This partnership with Elexent is a fantastic step towards empowering more fleets to make the transition to electric with flexible and customisable charging solutions,” said Ivan Soto, Tritium European VP of Sales.
Elexent’s deployments will include Tritium’s RT50 and RTM75 DC rapid chargers, designed to be easy to install, own, and use.
About Elexent
Elexent, a company of Groupe Renault [leader and pioneer of electric mobility in Europe], is part of the Mobilize ecosystem which gathers all the activities related to mobility services and energy solutions of the group. Our purpose is to help companies establish or expand their electric vehicle fleets by providing tailor-made, turnkey charging solutions. We help our clients create optimized energy strategies by designing the best charging infrastructure to meet their needs, supervising installation and implementation, and overseeing operations and maintenance. We thus speed-up their transition towards sustainable mobility and contribute to the growth of their business.
Find out more about Elexent.
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionising electric transportation.
Enhancing driver experience and customer convenience on DC fast chargers deployed globally.
[BRISBANE, Australia, March 16, 2021] — Coming off a year that proved to be pivotal for the electric mobility industry, Tritium has launched a new software update for their RT50 DC fast chargers, enabling Plug and Charge technology globally. The update allows an electric vehicle (EV) that supports Plug and Charge and Tritium’s RT50 chargers to communicate seamlessly and authorise payments directly from the driver’s account without needing a card or RFID tag.
“Tritium committed to bringing the latest DC fast charging technology to our entire product line, whether they are brand new chargers or already in the ground. This latest software update improves customer experience across the board with seamless and secure payment options available through Plug and Charge,” said Tritium’s Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder James Kennedy. “This technology makes EV charging as easy as plugging in a phone.”
Plug and Charge technology promises to reshape the customer experience for the driver and enable the once-siloed approach to charging payments to be broken down, giving the most convenient experience for the EV driver.
“With the world looking to adopt more renewable technologies, the e-mobility industry will grow substantially within the next few years,” said Tritium’s Chief Revenue Officer David Toomey. “Tritium is creating an environment where EV charging is beating the gas station experience by removing an entire payment step. Not only do drivers not need to concern themselves with finding a charger that is compatible with their vehicle, but now they also do not need to worry about how they are going to pay.”
In addition to this update, Tritium is dedicated to providing customers with the most up to date technology and is consistently upgrading its chargers to ensure customers have efficient and convenient solutions. Tritium has deployed this capability throughout its full line of chargers as the company fills the market with the most advanced charging technology there is to offer.
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionising electric transportation.
Photo provided by Mark Waugh.
Tritium and Peel NRE have partnered to install the first DC rapid charger at Straiton Retail Park in Scotland. The RT50 charging station will support local business and provide a necessary charging amenity at the Peel L&P Retail Park site at Straiton Mains, off the A702/City of Edinburgh corridor.
The recent deployment is part of a larger rollout by Peel L&P, with another batch of retail locations planned later in 2021. This DC rapid charger installation is also part of Drive Energi network, a new joint venture between Peel NRE and Box Energi to build, own, and operate one of the largest retail-located rapid charging networks in the UK.
“Tritium has been working in close cooperation with Peel NRE to deliver the latest DC fast charging solutions, addressing the needs of retail locations with easy-to-use, reliable, seamless, and convenient charging experiences for customers,” said Kevin Pugh, Tritium Country Manager, UK.
The new installation will be located at Straiton Retail Park’s The Terrace, a recently opened £13 million development with 25,500 square feet of retail space.
“The new charging points at our retail parks, including our first rapid chargers, are a welcome addition to our already growing portfolio of electric vehicle charging points and we will continue to look for more locations to help the country achieve its net zero targets,” said Jonathan Burley, Commercial Director at Peel NRE. “In a fast-moving sector, it is important to have a partner like Tritium who are at the forefront of charge point technology development to provide a great user experience for our customers.”
About Peel NRE – Re-energising Natural Resources
Peel NRE, part of Peel L&P, is at the heart of the nation’s activity around clean growth and the circular economy – helping the UK achieve net zero by 2050 and supporting regions in their actions to achieve climate emergency targets.
We reuse, repurpose and re-energise natural resources to develop and maintain vital infrastructure across the UK and are experts in renewable energies, district heating, waste to value, water management, materials management, and electric vehicle charging.
Our Protos Cheshire energy and resource hub leads the way in low carbon energy and waste management with the deployment of innovative technologies including the UK’s first plastic-to-hydrogen facility, a 50MW windfarm, a 26MW biomass plant, a 49MW energy from waste plant in construction and a plastic park blueprint to revolutionise plastic recycling nationwide.
In Liverpool, our Mersey Heat energy service company (ESCO) is delivering a low carbon district heat network for up to 9,000 homes and 4million sq ft of commercial space at our Liverpool Waters development.
More about Peel NRE at www.peellandp.co.uk/peelnre
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionising electric transportation.
Brisbane, Australia, February 10, 2021 – Tritium, a Brisbane-based DC fast charging manufacturer for electric vehicles, today hosted Australian Members of Parliament at its manufacturing facilities.
The Honourable Anthony Albanese MP (Leader of the Opposition), Dr Jim Chalmers MP (Member for Rankin and Shadow Treasurer), and Terri Butler MP (Member for Griffith and Shadow Minister for Environment and Water) toured the Tritium facilities, learning about the company’s beginnings, growth, and technology, then addressed the media and attendees. Speaking to the importance and necessity of good, sustainable job growth, Albanese praised Tritium as an Australian success story to be replicated.
“What [Tritium] shows is that we can be the best in the world, not just compete with the rest of the world. This company has shown leadership, and over 20 years is now the world leader,” said Anthony Albanese MP. “It shows how good Australia can be if we commercialise our science, if we commercialise the capacity of our innovation.”
For over two decades, Tritium has created high-value jobs developing and manufacturing cutting-edge technology in the e-mobility industry. Today, the company is proud to employ over 250 personnel in Brisbane and 350 around the world.
“Our world-leading engineering team has developed this innovative power electronics technology over many years, leading to us now having 15-20% of global market share in DC fast charging for electric vehicles,” said Jane Hunter, Tritium CEO. “We’re honoured to be recognised as an Australian success story and look forward to continuing to provide the world with the most advanced design, architecture, and quality DC fast charging technology for many years to come.”
About Tritium
Founded in 2001 by e-mobility pioneers, Tritium designs and manufactures proprietary technology to create the world’s most advanced and reliable DC fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Compact, robust designs to look great on the Main Street or thrive in the world’s harshest conditions, Tritium technology is easy to install, easy to own, and easy to use. And we never stop innovating to support our customers around the world.
Contact us to see how we’re revolutionising electric transportation.
Trevor St Baker will tonight be awarded an honorary Doctor of Engineering from the University of Queensland, recognising his lifelong contribution to the Australian electricity sector and greater Australian community through his business and philanthropic efforts.
Mr St Baker established one of Australia’s first private electricity generation and retail companies, ERM Power, and today invests in a rapidly growing portfolio of disruptive energy and electric transport businesses via the St Baker Energy Innovation Fund.
His wholly owned company, Evie Networks, is rolling out electric vehicle charging stations from Cairns to South Australia and Mr St Baker is chair and the largest shareholder in the global, electric vehicle fast-charging manufacturer, Tritium.
Mr St Baker, via his innovation fund, has also invested in: a battery anode materials company; an electric trike business in the Philippines; a US manufacturer of breakthrough printed lights; a light-based, wearable medical device company; and a manufacturer of printed batteries for powering small, “Internet of Things” devices.
Mr St Baker is also the driving force behind Delta Electricity, an important, baseload electricity generator in the National Electricity Market.
University of Queensland Executive Dean of Engineering Professor Vicki Chen described Mr St Baker as a “towering figure” in the electricity sector.
“Mr St Baker’s role breaking new ground in the energy sector over more than 50 years has benefitted the entire industry and the nation,” Professor Chen said.
“His work has supported innovation in our field, seen electricity supplies become more secure across the nation, and created thousands of jobs in technology, engineering and energy.
“As well as being a forward-thinking businessperson, Trevor and his wife Judith have made significant contributions to skin cancer research, technology, the arts, and Indigenous education through their philanthropic work.”
Mr St Baker, who was awarded the Officer of the Order of Australia in 2016 for his distinguished service as a leader and executive in the energy sector, said he was humbled by the honorary doctorate and hoped to continue disrupting the industry to create positive change.
“We are in the midst of a global shift in energy technology and management, bringing challenges and opportunities in equal measure,” Mr St Baker said.
“It is rewarding to see the young talent that is coming out of programs like engineering at UQ with new ideas and strong ideals, and I am honored to be able to stand up in front of tomorrow’s energy leaders and accept this award.”