European ultra-rapid charging company, Fastned, and Places for London have secured planning permission for a new electric vehicle (EV) charging hub at Transport for London’s (TfL) Hatton Cross station car park, following approval by the London Borough of Hillingdon.
This is the first of an initial five hubs planned by the public/private joint venture between Places for London and Fastned.
The new hubs will seek to improve access to charging infrastructure for the growing number of EV drivers in London and across the UK.
The Hatton Cross hub will have 12 ultra-rapid charging bays with all 12 will be powered by 100% certified renewable energy.
The partnership reports that the new EV charging hubs will be sheltered by Fastned’s yellow solar canopy, which is covered by CCTV.
Hub customers will have 24/7 customer support via app and phone, available in multiple languages. Toilet facilities will also be available for hub users.
Head of development at Places for London Emma Hatch said: “We’re delighted that in just a little over three months since forming our partnership we have secured our first planning consent for this ultra-rapid EV charging hub.
“By delivering this infrastructure, we can help drivers confidently make the transition to cleaner vehicles knowing that a charging point is nearby.
“Like the Mayor of London and the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are dedicated to taking the necessary steps to ensure London is working towards a more sustainable and inclusive future.
“We now look forward to drivers getting to charge up with ease at the hub by early 2026.”
Achievements and innovations in EV charging infrastucture will be recognised and celebrated at the fourth annual CiTTi Awards on 25 November 2025 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. Visit cittiawards.co.uk to learn more about this unmissable event for the UK’s transportation sector!
