EV charging infrastructure provider BP Pulse and FreeWire Technologies, a supplier of EV charging and power solutions, have signed an exclusive memorandum of understanding (MOU) for BP Pulse to deploy FreeWire’s Boost Charger in its operations across the UK.
The initial agreement between the two companies, which if finalised could be valued at more than US$50m, could help BP Pulse to meet its goal of operating 700 or more ultra-fast public chargers by 2025.
According to FreeWire, the Boost Charger is an integrated solution that provides ultra-fast charging without requiring costly and time-intensive grid upgrades. It is designed to enable faster and more widespread charger deployment due to a battery-integrated charging technology that removes the need for every ultra-fast charger installation to have a high-power grid connection.
Ross Mabon, chief operating officer of BP Pulse, said: “In creating a truly nationwide ultra-fast charging network, this technology will help us to provide coverage in areas where securing new, larger grid connections would make installing such infrastructure more challenging.
“We’re delighted to have made this initial agreement and look forward to progressing to a full contract.”
FreeWire’s Boost Charger connects to existing low-voltage grid connections while enabling ultra-fast charging using an integrated 160kWh lithium-ion battery. The system is designed to virtually eliminate the costs associated with grid upgrades and reduces ongoing costs by reducing standing charges for electricity supply at the site.
The Boost Charger requires a relatively modest grid connection, similar to a typical household supply, to trickle charge the battery and provide an additional power boost while charging, if required.
