EV charging company BP Pulse has agreed a new partnership with parcel delivery firm DPD.
The deal will see BP Pulse both upgrading existing charging infrastructure and installing new rapid (DC) charging across dozens of DPD’s UK depots.
The first phase of installation and upgrade is already said to be well underway, with 14 sites already live and a further 16 sites planned for delivery in the new year. This includes strategic hub locations at key sites in Edinburgh, Leeds, Glasgow, Liverpool and Middleton.
DPD is also already planning for further sites in 2025 to establish a robust charging network for its expanding electric fleet – which currently comprises more than 35% of its UK vans.
The new partnership builds on an existing offer which gives DPD drivers preferential charging rates at BP Pulse’s public chargers.
BP Pulse UK general manager Valerio Ferro said: “BP Pulse is delighted to be supporting DPD in its transition to electric vehicles. We’re creating a blueprint for large-scale fleet electric charging solutions.
“This agreement demonstrates bp pulse’s ability to deliver full-service charging solutions that keep businesses moving efficiently and effectively.”
DPD UK director of marketing, communications and sustainability Tim Jones said: “At DPD we are committed to our net zero journey and the transition of our fleet to all-electric vehicles has been a top priority for a number of years.
“To reach our targets we plan to continue to invest in EVs and new innovation, but also to partner with the very best in the sector to learn and develop new solutions at a more rapid pace.
“We have proved over the last 6 years that EVs can perform incredibly well within our operation and this partnership will enable our depots and drivers to operate as efficiently as possible going forward.”
