Leading infrastructure supplier, FOR EV, has officially launched a major EV charging hub in Edinburgh. Located in Seafield Retail and Trade Park, just a five-minute drive from the popular Leith neighbourhood, the new hub provides a prime charging destination for EV drivers and shoppers travelling to and from the north of the city.  FOR EV delivered the project with the site’s landowners and Scottish real estate asset managers, Rankeilour Properties. Providing a reliable location where local customers and passing travellers can ‘charge-and-go’, the new rapid chargers can deliver up to 200kW and provide the typical EV with 150 miles of range in 20-30mins. The hub has space to charge eight EVs simultaneously, with optimised load-balancing capabilities to minimise waiting times and maximise the charging speed for all drivers. With easy access via Seafield Road, the new EV charging hub is well-positioned amongst a variety of popular shops and food places, including Halfords, Greggs and McDonald’s. It includes a modern ‘tap and go’ contactless payment system, to provide users with quick and hassle-free payment while on the move, without having to sign up to an app. Seafield is the largest site FOR EV has installed in Edinburgh, where it has six others already in operation. Calum Wallace, Senior Business Development Manager at FOR EV, said: “The successful delivery of our new charging destination at Seafield Retail and Trade Park marks a significant milestone for FOR EV. This is our 30th site in Scotland, adding to our growing portfolio of locations across the country. The new hub will provide major benefits to the local community, with an accessible site adjacent to a busy thoroughfare where EV drivers can access fast and easy charging as they shop, or en route to their destination. With the local LEZ having launched just last month, we expect to see a growth in EV use around the city, and accessible, safe and reliable charging sites such as these are essential to support the transition.  “As more drivers begin to make the transition to EV, our ambition is to support their journey by making the experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. We’re looking forward to furthering this support with the delivery of more reliable charging sites in the near future.” Jamie Fergusson, Co-owner of Rankeilour Properties, said: “Our new, reliable on-site charge points will be a great asset to not only our own business, but Seafield Retail and Trade Park as a whole. In addition to ensuring our team and customers benefit from accessible EV chargers, the hub will also support our neighbouring businesses by attracting EV drivers to the area and encouraging more engagement amongst the local community. “For EV have been excellent to work with from the initial planning stages, through to delivery. They have communicated with us every step of the way and successfully installed the chargers with minimal upheaval to the existing car park.”  Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has unveiled a new variant of its SICHARGE D electric vehicle (EV) fast charger, boasting a maximum output of 400 kW, tailored specifically for IEC markets. The SICHARGE D is designed to be future-proof, meeting the relevant standards, protocols, and regulations while remaining adaptable to both current and emerging charging requirements. Notably, the SICHARGE D dispenser allows for the simultaneous charging of up to four vehicles with just one grid connection, optimising charging times and offering financial and spatial savings for Charge Point Operators (CPOs). Markus Mildner, CEO of eMobility at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, stated: “The widespread adoption of eMobility is essential for a more sustainable future. Reducing charging times for both electric cars and trucks, especially during journeys, will be crucial in enhancing the convenience and acceptance of this mode of transport. The SICHARGE D represents a significant milestone in achieving this goal.” The SICHARGE D has been designed with flexibility in mind, making it ideally suited for various use cases, including destination charging, public fast-charging, and highway charging. It can provide a continuous, stable power output of 400 kW even in ambient temperatures of 40°C. The charger is equipped with a multi-language touchscreen featuring an intuitive user interface, along with cable management systems at both the charger and the dispenser, ensuring easy cable handling and making the charging process as convenient as possible for EV drivers. CPOs will also benefit from the charger’s flexibility, as the touch display offers options for advertising, and a variety of payment terminals can be integrated to match the CPO’s chosen payment partner. In addition, Siemens provides tailored services and ongoing support throughout the product’s entire lifecycle—from the initial installation to digital and remote services, as well as on-site assistance. Road transport remains the largest contributor to emissions within the EU’s transport sector, accounting for nearly three-quarters of transport-related greenhouse gas emissions. As part of the Fit for 55 package, the European Union (EU) has introduced new regulations targeting CO2 emissions from vehicles. These regulations increase the CO2 emission reduction targets for 2030 and set a new target of 100% for 2035. A robust EV charging network will be critical to achieving these goals. For more information on Siemens Smart Infrastructure, please visit www.siemens.com/smart-infrastructure. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Osprey Charging, one of the UK’s leading electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, has completed the freehold purchase of a two-acre plot at Twyford Services on the A46, near Evesham. This strategic acquisition will enable the development of a class-leading EV charging hub, with planning permission and grid connection for 16 300kW ultra-rapid chargers already secured. This new development is one of hundreds of EV charging hubs being built by Osprey Charging across the UK, supported by the company’s recent investment boost from Cube Infrastructure Management and Investec Bank. This cash injection will be integral to Osprey’s ambitious growth plans over the next two years. The purchase is the latest freehold acquisition from Osprey following the award-winning Salmon’s Leap hub in Devon, and the recent acquisition of a site in Paisley, Scotland. Further announcements are expected in 2024 as part of Osprey’s strategy of deploying high-power EV charging hubs on the UK’s strategic road network. Located at the Twyford Services, on the busy A46 linking Cheltenham, Evesham and Coventry, the site is an ideal location for an ultra-rapid charging hub that will serve both local residents and long-distance travellers, providing a much-needed boost to the region’s EV infrastructure. The site is already home to several well-known tenants, including Costa, KFC, Premier Inn, Beefeater Restaurant, and Texaco Petrol Station. These amenities will offer a range of options for EV drivers to enjoy while their vehicles are charging, making Twyford Services a convenient and attractive stopover. Ian Johnston, CEO of Osprey Charging, said: “Here at Osprey, we are continuing to ramp up our fast-paced roll-out of public EV chargers, and the acquisition of this two-acre site at Twyford Services is another great step forward for our network, and for the UK’s EV drivers. Purchasing freehold sites is an important strategy for us, offering greater flexibility and control over the design of the charging hub, ultimately making it more user-friendly for our customers. “With planning permission secured for 16 chargers to be installed at the hub, this acquisition will provide EV drivers with a high-quality and reliable charging solution in a key location on the UK’s road network. The 16 chargers at Twyford Services will be another successful example of our hub strategy, with 10 high-powered hubs already delivered this year alone, keeping us on track to hit our target of installing 30 hubs by year’s end.” As the UK moves closer to the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles, the demand for reliable and accessible EV charging infrastructure continues to grow. Osprey Charging is committed to meeting this demand by providing state-of-the-art charging solutions that cater to all types of EVs and drivers, with over 80 sites expected to be built in 2024. Osprey delivered more rapid chargepoints than any other operator in 2023 and has already installed more than 200 chargepoints in 2024, consolidating its position as not just one of the largest, but one of the most trusted charging operators in the UK. In 2023, Osprey was crowned Chargepoint Operator of the Year at the Electric Vehicle Innovation & Excellence (EVIE) Awards 2023 and Zap Map Driver Recommended Network for Customer Satisfaction for the fourth year running. Osprey charging locations are consistently scored highly for safety and accessibility by independent inspection body ChargeSafe, and the network was once again rated in the UK Top 3 for customer satisfaction in 2023 by the annual Zapmap EV Driver Survey. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Osprey Charging, the UK’s leading and fastest-growing EV rapid-charging network, has released research confirming that nearly nine in ten UK commercial landlords (87%) surveyed feel that installing public EV charging at their sites is important for attracting new; and retaining existing customers (86%). After polling 500 commercial landlords across the UK, Osprey found that the vast majority think that providing public EV chargers brings numerous commercial benefits. An overwhelming 86% said that it is important for retaining customers, while over four fifths (84%) said that it increases their chances of being able to rent their space out to businesses, decreasing void rates. Similarly, 85% believe that EV charging is important for ensuring their site is an in-demand space in the future whilst three-quarters (75%) said that it leads to longer dwell times from visitors, and 72% think that it leads to increased total customer footfall. The survey also found that commercial landlords agree on the environmental and health benefits of EV charging. Four in five (80%) believe it supports local decarbonisation efforts, with 78% agreeing it leads to better air quality, and three-quarters (75%) saying it reduces noise pollution on site. With the roll-out of public EV chargers continuing at a rapid rate, installing EV charging at commercial spaces continues to remain a priority for UK commercial landlords. Nearly three-quarters (72.4%) currently offer public EV charging at up to half of their spaces. Jake Goldby, Head of Acquisitions at Osprey Charging, said: “Installing public EV charging is becoming an essential requirement for UK commercial landlords who want to stay competitive and meet customer demands. From the financial benefits of higher customer footfall and greater future renting opportunities to the environmental benefits, this research has provided us with fascinating insights into why more and more are offering EV charging on their sites. “Partnering with commercial landlords has been integral for Osprey in allowing us to increase the roll-out of our charging infrastructure, which now has over 1,000 public high-powered EV chargers in rural and urban locations across the UK. We’re delighted to see that this research shows that they remain committed to supporting the roll-out of public charging infrastructure across the UK.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals