UK electric vehicle charging market – in particular related to cars and smaller vehicles – should expect consolidation. As rising costs and stronger competition force smaller operators to explore mergers, or exits. That’s according to a new article in UK publication The Guardian. This trend could see the number of independent charging companies reduce significantly, as larger networks expand.
Voltempo, which specialises in installing charging infrastructure solutions for eHGVs, is mentioned in the article in this broader industry context. Our CEO, Simon Smith, was asked for comment on the changing landscape. And noted the increasing capital intensity of the sector and the importance of site choice and utilisation for long-term success.
Read the article over on The Guardian website.
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The Guardian is a British daily newspaper founded in 1821, originally known as The Manchester Guardian. A popular outlet on and offline within the UK, it also has a strong global digital presence, widely recognised for in-depth reporting. The Guardian also has a well-established reputation for covering and commenting on technology, innovation and climate-related developments, often examining how emerging technologies shape society and industry.