Vattenfall InCharge has secured a significant contract to install up to 22,000 additional charging points across Brabant and Limburg in the Netherlands in the coming years. This initiative builds upon Vattenfall's existing network of over 37,000 public charging points already operational in these two provinces.
InCharge, the eMobility brand of the Swedish energy supplier Vattenfall, aims to increase the total number of public charging points to 59,000 through this new tender. The selection process emphasized stringent criteria such as cyber security, price transparency, and user-friendly features. Notably, the new charging stations will include displays showing pricing and charging information, enhancing convenience for electric vehicle drivers.
Details regarding the specific types and capacities of the charging stations were not disclosed in the initial announcement, though it is expected that predominantly AC charging stations will be deployed. The distribution of these stations across Brabant and Limburg will be determined based on anticipated demand patterns derived from current usage data.
A key feature of Vattenfall's approach is its commitment to grid-conscious charging, where the charging capacity will be dynamically adjusted to match available grid capacity. This capability allows Vattenfall to mitigate grid congestion by temporarily reducing charging output during periods of high electricity demand. Fabian Hagmann, Head of E-Mobility at Vattenfall, highlighted, "With our solution, we can actively stabilize the grid and maximize the use of sustainable electricity."
This tender win marks the third major contract awarded to Vattenfall InCharge for expanding public charging infrastructure this year. Hagmann noted, "As part of our commitment to advancing electric mobility, this concession will expand our charging network across Sweden, the Netherlands, and Germany to over 1 Gigawatt, equivalent to 90,000 charging points."
Earlier this year, Vattenfall secured another significant tender to install up to 35,000 new public charging points in the Amsterdam metropolitan region, alongside Ubitricity and TotalEnergies. Additionally, the company was entrusted by The Hague to manage and expand its network by 3,200 charging points, emphasizing readiness for vehicle-to-grid capabilities.
Looking ahead, Vattenfall plans to introduce the Plug&Charge function in 2025, simplifying the charging process by automatically initiating charging once the cable is connected, without the need for further user registration. This innovation aims to enhance user convenience and further streamline the adoption of electric vehicles.
Vattenfall's proactive expansion of EV charging infrastructure underscores its commitment to supporting sustainable transportation solutions and meeting the growing demand for electric mobility across Europe.
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